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Melness crofters insist it's 'business as usual' as work on Sutherland Spaceport starts

25 April 2023
Melness crofters insist it's 'business as usual' as work on Sutherland Spaceport starts

Melness crofters insist it's 'business as usual' as work on Sutherland Spaceport starts

25 April 2023

The chairwoman of the crofting group which backed the Sutherland Spaceport said she expects it to be business as usual as work begins on the site.


Fuel and machinery stolen from Sutherland forestry site

25 April 2023
Fuel and machinery stolen from Sutherland forestry site

Fuel and machinery stolen from Sutherland forestry site

25 April 2023

Police are seeking help to trace a grey van after fuel and machinery were stolen from a Sutherland forestry site.


Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

25 April 2023
Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

25 April 2023

The Highlands could support around 400 wild lynx if the species were to be reintroduced to Scotland, an event at Holyrood will hear today.


Space Hub Sutherland: Works to start on Melness site despite chief executive departure

21 April 2023
Space Hub Sutherland: Works to start on Melness site despite chief executive departure

Space Hub Sutherland: Works to start on Melness site despite chief executive departure

21 April 2023

Work set to pave the way for a spaceport in Sutherland will get under way next week despite the shock departure of the developer's chief executive.


Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

21 April 2023
Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

21 April 2023

A new planned wind farm development on the north coast is promising to reduce energy bills for local people if its application is approved.


Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

20 April 2023
Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

Melvich wind farm could see locals get £600 energy discount, firm says

20 April 2023

A new planned wind farm development on the north coast is promising to reduce energy bills for local people if its application is approved.


MAREE TODD: Humza Yousaf is dealing with the cost-of-living crisis

19 April 2023
MAREE TODD: Humza Yousaf is dealing with the cost-of-living crisis

MAREE TODD: Humza Yousaf is dealing with the cost-of-living crisis

19 April 2023

Holyrood Notebook by Maree Todd


Space Hub Sutherland: Orbex chief exec leaves rocket firm in shake-up

17 April 2023
Space Hub Sutherland: Orbex chief exec leaves rocket firm in shake-up

Space Hub Sutherland: Orbex chief exec leaves rocket firm in shake-up

17 April 2023

The chief executive of a spaceflight firm due to launch satellites from Sutherland has left the business just weeks before construction begins.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Peaceful walk from Avoch is fine chance to hit reset

14 April 2023
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Peaceful walk from Avoch is fine chance to hit reset

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Peaceful walk from Avoch is fine chance to hit reset

14 April 2023

It’s easy to forget how lucky we are. Living in this part of the world offers so much in terms of the great outdoors.


Avalanche forecasts to stop after quiet winter for snow

09 April 2023
Avalanche forecasts to stop after quiet winter for snow

Avalanche forecasts to stop after quiet winter for snow

09 April 2023

There were fewer avalanches in Scotland's mountain over the winter than previous years, while hazards have been shifting due to climate change.


People urged to Spring Into Action to help Age Scotland charity this April

09 April 2023
People urged to Spring Into Action to help Age Scotland charity this April

People urged to Spring Into Action to help Age Scotland charity this April

09 April 2023

Age Scotland is asking people in the Highlands and Islands to get active this month to help the charity in its work to tackle loneliness and isolation


Crofters and farmers in plea for dogs to be kept under control this Easter

07 April 2023
Crofters and farmers in plea for dogs to be kept under control this Easter

Crofters and farmers in plea for dogs to be kept under control this Easter

07 April 2023

Dog owners are being asked to keep their pet on a lead near livestock this Easter to help prevent attacks on sheep and lambs.


John Muir Trust buys Kylesku land and plans community hub

07 April 2023
John Muir Trust buys Kylesku land and plans community hub

John Muir Trust buys Kylesku land and plans community hub

07 April 2023

The John Muir Trust is looking to create a major community and visitor hub at Kylesku after completing the purchase of more land in the area.


Do you know a young person in Sutherland who deserves an award?

05 April 2023
Do you know a young person in Sutherland who deserves an award?

Do you know a young person in Sutherland who deserves an award?

05 April 2023

Search to find a young person aged 12-14 who deserves to be recognised for their contribution to the county of Sutherland.


Thurso East to host Scottish Surfing Championships over Easter weekend

03 April 2023
Thurso East to host Scottish Surfing Championships over Easter weekend

Thurso East to host Scottish Surfing Championships over Easter weekend

03 April 2023

North coast surfers are aiming to defend their titles at this weekend's 50th anniversary staging of the Scottish National Surfing Championships.


Kinlochbervie pupils rack up over 1000 miles to see victorious Scots – twice!

03 April 2023
Kinlochbervie pupils rack up over 1000 miles to see victorious Scots – twice!

Kinlochbervie pupils rack up over 1000 miles to see victorious Scots – twice!

03 April 2023

Pupils and staff at Kinlochbervie proved they were willing to go the distance to support Scotland when they travelled to Hampden twice in four days.


Kidical Mass ride in Inverness wants you to 'make space for the next generation'

31 March 2023
Kidical Mass ride in Inverness wants you to 'make space for the next generation'

Kidical Mass ride in Inverness wants you to 'make space for the next generation'

31 March 2023

Campaigners will not be fooling about when they take to the streets of Inverness on Saturday to call for an improved environment


Moy Estate gamekeeper stuffed sparrowhawk in bag after shooting it from sky

31 March 2023
Moy Estate gamekeeper stuffed sparrowhawk in bag after shooting it from sky

Moy Estate gamekeeper stuffed sparrowhawk in bag after shooting it from sky

31 March 2023

A gamekeeper on a Highland estate shot a sparrowhawk and stuffed it in a bag while being filmed by an RSPB Scotland investigator.


ARIANE BURGESS: Challenges of rural housing can be faced with expert help

29 March 2023
ARIANE BURGESS: Challenges of rural housing can be faced with expert help

ARIANE BURGESS: Challenges of rural housing can be faced with expert help

29 March 2023

In a recent conversation about the north coast of Scotland, I was reminded that there were once people settled in all the straths.


Opponents of Armadale wind farm plan have 'full support' of north coast communities

28 March 2023
Opponents of Armadale wind farm plan have 'full support' of north coast communities

Opponents of Armadale wind farm plan have 'full support' of north coast communities

28 March 2023

Opponents of a proposed large-scale wind farm in Armadale have welcomed support from across the far north coast.


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