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First Minister issues formal apology almost 300 years after last 'witch' is executed in Dornoch

09 March 2022
First Minister issues formal apology almost 300 years after last 'witch' is executed in Dornoch

First Minister issues formal apology almost 300 years after last 'witch' is executed in Dornoch

09 March 2022

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has issued a formal apology to thousands who have been accused of witchcraft.


Sutherland morning milk round a hit with local residents

08 March 2022
Sutherland morning milk round a hit with local residents

Sutherland morning milk round a hit with local residents

08 March 2022

A village delivery company in Dornoch has proved a hit with locals as it celebrate its first year of operations in March.


Golspie project aiming to revitalise play park equipment receives funding boost

04 March 2022
Golspie project aiming to revitalise play park equipment receives funding boost

Golspie project aiming to revitalise play park equipment receives funding boost

04 March 2022

A community project aiming to revitalise play parks in Golspie has been handed a significant funding boost.


Drop-off points across Ross and Sutherland seeking donations to aid people in Ukraine

02 March 2022
Drop-off points across Ross and Sutherland seeking donations to aid people in Ukraine

Drop-off points across Ross and Sutherland seeking donations to aid people in Ukraine

02 March 2022

Locations across Ross and Sutherland are doing their bit to collect necessary items that can be sent to aid people in Ukraine.


Firefighters called to tackle 'intense' wildfires near Rogart

02 March 2022
Firefighters called to tackle 'intense' wildfires near Rogart

Firefighters called to tackle 'intense' wildfires near Rogart

02 March 2022

The fires extended over a mile on "extremely challenging ground".


Sutherland homes to benefit from increased spending on heating and energy efficiency

01 March 2022
Sutherland homes to benefit from increased spending on heating and energy efficiency

Sutherland homes to benefit from increased spending on heating and energy efficiency

01 March 2022

Council homes in Sutherland are set to benefit from an increase in spending on heating and energy efficiency.


Rugby club recruit community coach to cover Sutherland school areas

01 March 2022
Rugby club recruit community coach to cover Sutherland school areas

Rugby club recruit community coach to cover Sutherland school areas

01 March 2022

A rugby club has been reaching out and inspiring young budding players in Sutherland thanks to the work of their new community rugby coach.


Nationwide appeal urges public to put wet wipes in the bin

28 February 2022
Nationwide appeal urges public to put wet wipes in the bin

Nationwide appeal urges public to put wet wipes in the bin

28 February 2022

People in Scotland are being urged to stop flushing wet wipes down the toilet as part of a major new campaign to help protect the environment.


NC500 glamping pods company offers free holiday breaks to Sutherland families

25 February 2022
NC500 glamping pods company offers free holiday breaks to Sutherland families

NC500 glamping pods company offers free holiday breaks to Sutherland families

25 February 2022

A 'glamping' company is offering families in Sutherland a unique opportunity to enjoy a five-star break on their sites at Achmelvich and Brora.


Pupils sent home due to 'major flood' at Tain primary school

25 February 2022
Pupils sent home due to 'major flood' at Tain primary school

Pupils sent home due to 'major flood' at Tain primary school

25 February 2022

Pupils at Knockbreck Primary are being sent home due to a 'major flood' in the main building of the school.


Advice for woodland owners suggests fallen trees could 'survive' for millenia if properly preserved

25 February 2022
Advice for woodland owners suggests fallen trees could 'survive' for millenia if properly preserved

Advice for woodland owners suggests fallen trees could 'survive' for millenia if properly preserved

25 February 2022

Woodland owners are being encouraged to make the best use of fallen trees by storing it in a way that preserves the hardwood for future use.


Highland Council create new role to tackle population concerns in the north-west

25 February 2022
Highland Council create new role to tackle population concerns in the north-west

Highland Council create new role to tackle population concerns in the north-west

25 February 2022

Highland Council have created a new position in a bid to address issues surrounding population in north-west Sutherland.


Highland primary schools invited to bring curling to the classroom following Team GB success

24 February 2022
Highland primary schools invited to bring curling to the classroom following Team GB success

Highland primary schools invited to bring curling to the classroom following Team GB success

24 February 2022

Primary schools across the Highlands are being invited to join a nationwide initiative to introduce youngsters to the sport of curling.


Mini-festival drop-in event will celebrate 'amazing' heritage and wildlife of Assynt

24 February 2022
Mini-festival drop-in event will celebrate 'amazing' heritage and wildlife of Assynt

Mini-festival drop-in event will celebrate 'amazing' heritage and wildlife of Assynt

24 February 2022

Two community groups in Assynt will combine their passions for wildlife, landscape and local heritage this weekend.


Kinlochbervie residents wake up to unplanned power outage

23 February 2022
Kinlochbervie residents wake up to unplanned power outage

Kinlochbervie residents wake up to unplanned power outage

23 February 2022

An unplanned power outage has left homes in a north-west Sutherland village without power.


Tain youth volunteer is named as first recipient of 'Ozan Kaymak Memorial' award

21 February 2022
Tain youth volunteer is named as first recipient of 'Ozan Kaymak Memorial' award

Tain youth volunteer is named as first recipient of 'Ozan Kaymak Memorial' award

21 February 2022

The Ozan Kaymak Memorial Award has been presented to YMCA youth committee member Olivia Macleod from Tain.


Brora footballer turned surfer finds 'safe space' on the waves

20 February 2022
Brora footballer turned surfer finds 'safe space' on the waves

Brora footballer turned surfer finds 'safe space' on the waves

20 February 2022

The owner of a Sutherland based adventure sports company has found peace of mind on the waves, and hopes to help others change their lifestyles too.


Tain 'community spirit' praised in wake of response to heavy snowfall

18 February 2022
Tain 'community spirit' praised in wake of response to heavy snowfall

Tain 'community spirit' praised in wake of response to heavy snowfall

18 February 2022

Town residents and the police have received praise for their 'community spirit' in the wake of an unusually heavy snowfall last night in Tain.


Sutherland martial arts club seeks new members for classes

18 February 2022
Sutherland martial arts club seeks new members for classes

Sutherland martial arts club seeks new members for classes

18 February 2022

A martial arts club in Helmsdale is encouraging people to come along to try Taekwon-do.


Volunteers get behind community-led biodiversity project on north-west Sutherland coastline

17 February 2022
Volunteers get behind community-led biodiversity project on north-west Sutherland coastline

Volunteers get behind community-led biodiversity project on north-west Sutherland coastline

17 February 2022

Support is gathering for a new community-led marine biodiversity monitoring project at Clashnessie beach.


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