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Local photographers shape up with quirky competition challenge

25 January 2025
Local photographers shape up with quirky competition challenge

Local photographers shape up with quirky competition challenge

25 January 2025

Photographers were given a simple brief for the competition - snap square-shaped shots. Here’s how it went.


Edderton area homes still without power as SSEN reacts to Storm Eowyn trail of devastation

25 January 2025
Edderton area homes still without power as SSEN reacts to Storm Eowyn trail of devastation

Edderton area homes still without power as SSEN reacts to Storm Eowyn trail of devastation

25 January 2025

More than 150 customers have been advised they could be without power until 10pm tonight as engineers work hard to restore supply.


Monster visitors headed for Easter Ross

21 January 2025
Monster visitors headed for Easter Ross

Monster visitors headed for Easter Ross

21 January 2025

The Port of Cromarty Firth has taken a look back at the 2024 cruise liner season - and published a list of what’s expected from April onwards.


Black Isle designer gives Traitors US star a tartan glow-up with a twist

21 January 2025
Black Isle designer gives Traitors US star a tartan glow-up with a twist

Black Isle designer gives Traitors US star a tartan glow-up with a twist

21 January 2025

The US version of the Ardross Castle filmed reality TV show returns to our screens this week and it promises to be an eye-popping rollercoaster.


Ullapool WWI medal find sparks family hunt

18 January 2025
Ullapool WWI medal find sparks family hunt

Ullapool WWI medal find sparks family hunt

18 January 2025

Tain-born Hector Graham Urquhart was an apprentice ironmonger in Dingwall before becoming a gunner with the 4th Highland Mountain Brigade, RGA.


Strathpuffer 24 set to honour ‘one of the best’

08 January 2025
Strathpuffer 24 set to honour ‘one of the best’

Strathpuffer 24 set to honour ‘one of the best’

08 January 2025

The tough 24-hour Ross-shire endurance challenge will honour the legacy of a remarkable woman who won many friends in and outwith the cycling world.


Tom Stoltman reveals WSM winning secret and says: ‘I’m going to shock a few people’

03 January 2025
Tom Stoltman reveals WSM winning secret and says: ‘I’m going to shock a few people’

Tom Stoltman reveals WSM winning secret and says: ‘I’m going to shock a few people’

03 January 2025

Stoltman spills beans on three ‘massive’ new parts of training regime that led to third World’s Strongest Man title - and promises shocks for 2025.


Tumbling Paddies lined up for Highland debut at iconic venue

18 December 2024
Tumbling Paddies lined up for Highland debut at iconic venue

Tumbling Paddies lined up for Highland debut at iconic venue

18 December 2024

The band are chart-toppers in their native Ireland and boast a remarkable musical pedigree.


‘Heartbroken’: Easter Ross gymnastics club says bid to buy premises knocked back

18 December 2024
‘Heartbroken’: Easter Ross gymnastics club says bid to buy premises knocked back

‘Heartbroken’: Easter Ross gymnastics club says bid to buy premises knocked back

18 December 2024

‘We are completely heartbroken!’ Club ‘exploring options’ after devastating setback.


£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

13 December 2024
£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

13 December 2024

Critics fear ‘a highly explosive plant adjacent to a small local distillery, a training airfield and industrial scale distilled spirit storage units’.


Tain special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

10 December 2024
Tain special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

Tain special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

10 December 2024

The follow-up was prompted when a previous report said insufficient progress had been made in a number of areas.


Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

09 December 2024
Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

09 December 2024

‘With even more lights than last year I'm avoiding looking at the Smart meter this month.’


Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

09 December 2024
Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

09 December 2024

The lifeline link between Ullapool and Stornoway is included in the first phase and will be available to book before Christmas.


Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

07 December 2024
Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

07 December 2024

So, is the show worth seeing? Here’s our verdict. Let us know what you think.


Dingwall Mart a ‘battleground’ as top draw catches the eye

05 December 2024
Dingwall Mart a ‘battleground’ as top draw catches the eye

Dingwall Mart a ‘battleground’ as top draw catches the eye

05 December 2024

Head-turning cattle and sheep took pride of place at Dingwall Mart’s annual prime stock show and sale.


Tain poised for Christmas lights switch-on and winter market

29 November 2024
Tain poised for Christmas lights switch-on and winter market

Tain poised for Christmas lights switch-on and winter market

29 November 2024

It’s a poignant day for Tain for a number of reasons. The event marks the start of the festive countdown.


Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

28 November 2024
Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

28 November 2024

The star is no stranger to the area and has been filming a popular show nearby.


Ullapool 961 route bus driver hailed for overcoming blizzard challenge

25 November 2024
Ullapool 961 route bus driver hailed for overcoming blizzard challenge

Ullapool 961 route bus driver hailed for overcoming blizzard challenge

25 November 2024

Modest driver from Easter Ross says he’s simply doing the job he loves.


Tributes follow death of ‘larger than life’ Alness man Andrew Maitland (39)

14 November 2024
Tributes follow death of ‘larger than life’ Alness man Andrew Maitland (39)

Tributes follow death of ‘larger than life’ Alness man Andrew Maitland (39)

14 November 2024

Alness United will stage a minute’s silence in his memory.


75 blood donors needed for Ullapool and Lochbroom sessions

12 November 2024
75 blood donors needed for Ullapool and Lochbroom sessions

75 blood donors needed for Ullapool and Lochbroom sessions

12 November 2024

“Whether you’re a new or returning donor we'd love to welcome you. If you're a regular donor, why not encourage a friend to join you?”


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