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Covoid-19 testing unit to return to Dornoch next week

29 May 2020
Covoid-19 testing unit to return to Dornoch next week

Covoid-19 testing unit to return to Dornoch next week

29 May 2020

A mobile unit for appointment-only coronavirus testing for essential workers displaying symptoms is returning to Sutherland.


Action needed to protect jobs and livelihoods, Highland MSP says

28 May 2020
Action needed to protect jobs and livelihoods, Highland MSP says

Action needed to protect jobs and livelihoods, Highland MSP says

28 May 2020

A NEW vision for Scotland's economy is needed to ensure the country is better prepared to weather shocks to the economy, a Highland MSP says.


Fund manager sought for Tain community group

26 May 2020
Fund manager sought for Tain community group

Fund manager sought for Tain community group

26 May 2020

A GROUP playing its part developing the potential of an Easter Ross community is seeking to expand its team.


Blooming good gift to Raigmore Hospital

26 May 2020
Blooming good gift to Raigmore Hospital

Blooming good gift to Raigmore Hospital

26 May 2020

STAFF at a Highland garden visitor attraction have spread some joy to patients and staff at Raigmore Hospital with a special plant delivery.


Virtual tour of Fearn Farm set to take place today

25 May 2020
Virtual tour of Fearn Farm set to take place today

Virtual tour of Fearn Farm set to take place today

25 May 2020

A FAMILY business in Fearn is set to come under the spotlight as part of a scheme offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into rural life.


Macleod Roofing gives boost to animal aid centre

25 May 2020
Macleod Roofing gives boost to animal aid centre

Macleod Roofing gives boost to animal aid centre

25 May 2020

A BLACK Isle animal shelter operator has welcomed a donation of £500 at a time when fundraising activities have ground to a halt.


WATCH: NFU issues message of thanks to consumers of Scottish food and drink during lockdown

24 May 2020
WATCH: NFU issues message of thanks to consumers of Scottish food and drink during lockdown

WATCH: NFU issues message of thanks to consumers of Scottish food and drink during lockdown

24 May 2020

FARMERS and crofters are saying thank you to consumers across the nation for continuing to choose quality Scottish food and drink.


Tesco rainbow biscuits to benefit NHS workers

24 May 2020
Tesco rainbow biscuits to benefit NHS workers

Tesco rainbow biscuits to benefit NHS workers

24 May 2020

PROFITS from a new rainbow biscuit range being sold in a major supermarket chain will go to provide care packages for NHS workers.


Police warn drivers to keep within the law

23 May 2020
Police warn drivers to keep within the law

Police warn drivers to keep within the law

23 May 2020

ROAD police in the Highlands are urging people to drive safely and reminding the public that government lockdown restrictions remain in place.


Scottish schools go back early August, but return still dependent on scientists' say-so

21 May 2020
Scottish schools go back early August, but return still dependent on scientists' say-so

Scottish schools go back early August, but return still dependent on scientists' say-so

21 May 2020

PUPILS will return to schools in August subject to scientific advice that it is safe to do so.


Travel restrictions still in place and should not be lifted despite impending lockdown easing, says Finnie

21 May 2020
Travel restrictions still in place and should not be lifted despite impending lockdown easing, says Finnie

Travel restrictions still in place and should not be lifted despite impending lockdown easing, says Finnie

21 May 2020

The Highlands must remain closed to visitors for now despite the impending easing of lockdown restrictions, a Highland MSP warned today.


North MSPs say welfare of residents at Skye care home stricken by coronavirus is a top priority

20 May 2020
North MSPs say welfare of residents at Skye care home stricken by coronavirus is a top priority

North MSPs say welfare of residents at Skye care home stricken by coronavirus is a top priority

20 May 2020

HIGHLAND MSPs have spoken out after the latest developments at a Skye care home where 10 people have died following a coronavirus outbreak.


Free Gaelic and traditional music lessons online during lockdown

20 May 2020
Free Gaelic and traditional music lessons online during lockdown

Free Gaelic and traditional music lessons online during lockdown

20 May 2020

An arts organisation has launched a new free online music tuition service to help people learn traditional music and Gaelic skills during lockdown.


Mental Health Foundation Scotland's survey reveals virus crisis is opportunity to shape a kinder society

19 May 2020
Mental Health Foundation Scotland's survey reveals virus crisis is opportunity to shape a kinder society

Mental Health Foundation Scotland's survey reveals virus crisis is opportunity to shape a kinder society

19 May 2020

The coronavirus pandemic is creating a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape a kinder society, a mental health charity believes.


North MSP welcomes step taken by social care watchdog over island home affected by coronaviurs

15 May 2020
North MSP welcomes step taken by social care watchdog over island home affected by coronaviurs

North MSP welcomes step taken by social care watchdog over island home affected by coronaviurs

15 May 2020

HIGHLAND MSP Rhoda Grant has welcomed the announcement that the Care Inspectorate has taken steps to cancel the registration of a care home.


North residents told to stay at home

09 May 2020
North residents told to stay at home

North residents told to stay at home

09 May 2020

A POLICE chief has appealed to people in the Highlands to stick with the coronavirus lockdown rules and stay at home to protect the NHS.


Magician uses magic trick to give coronavirus health message to children

05 May 2020
Magician uses magic trick to give coronavirus health message to children

Magician uses magic trick to give coronavirus health message to children

05 May 2020

A Scottish magician has turned his hand – quite literally – to spreading an important health message to children during the coronavirus lockdown.


Sutherland walkers urged to take part in dog poo project as charity keen to assess scale of the problem

01 May 2020
Sutherland walkers urged to take part in dog poo project as charity keen to assess scale of the problem

Sutherland walkers urged to take part in dog poo project as charity keen to assess scale of the problem

01 May 2020

AN environmental charity has issued an unusual challenge for walkers in Sutherland to help it chart dog fouling in green spaces.


Praise for firefighting gamekeepers who 'go the extra mile'

27 April 2020
Praise for firefighting gamekeepers who 'go the extra mile'

Praise for firefighting gamekeepers who 'go the extra mile'

27 April 2020

The role of gamekeepers tackling wildfires across the country 'has not gone unnoticed'.


Care homes boss praises residents for their stoicism

26 April 2020
Care homes boss praises residents for their stoicism

Care homes boss praises residents for their stoicism

26 April 2020

THE boss of a care home firm looking after hundreds of residents – including a home in Tain – has spoken of "the most serious challenge ever faced".


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