Author Profile: Niall Harkiss

Sutherland village rallies around Ukraine refugees

Polina, Alina and Olha have travelled almost 2500 miles to find refuge in Golspie.

Nature reserve faces clean-up crisis following bird flu outbreak

Nature reserve faces clean-up crisis following bird flu outbreak

Over 160 bird carcasses have been found at Loch Fleet national nature reserve near Golspie in the past week.

New Timespan initiative aims to take local heritage into village homes

New Timespan initiative aims to take local heritage into village homes

A series of launch events are being held this weekend in Helmsdale.

Sutherland councillor seeks answers on future use of schoolhouses

Sutherland councillor seeks answers on future use of schoolhouses

Councillor Michael Baird is seeking clarification on the planned use of schoolhouses in the area.

Crofters chair believes Space Hub could be launchpad for job creation in the north

18 May 2022

Crofters chair believes Space Hub could be launchpad for job creation in the north

18 May 2022

Members of Melness Crofters Estate (MCE) were treated to a first hand look at the prototype of the new eco-friendly Orbex Prime.

Sutherland wildlife group member's hunt for wood-ant nests

Sutherland wildlife group member's hunt for wood-ant nests

A member of a Sutherland wildlife group is encouraging people to report sightings of wood-ant nests.

Community organisation seek asset transfer of public toilets after public consultation

Community organisation seek asset transfer of public toilets after public consultation

A community group has applied to begin the asset transfer of the Melvich public toilet block.

Dornoch campsite scoops travellers' choice award

Dornoch campsite scoops travellers' choice award

A long established caravan park in Sutherland has been recognised with an award.

Brora campaigner urges public to 'Stop the Stare' during Face Equality Week

Brora campaigner urges public to 'Stop the Stare' during Face Equality Week

A campaigner from Brora is calling upon people to think twice when it comes to staring.

Marine conservationist Fin (14) inspired to fight the 'plastic tide' at north-west Sutherland beach

Marine conservationist Fin (14) inspired to fight the 'plastic tide' at north-west Sutherland beach

The recent visit of a Highland MSP has inspired Fin to remove over 450 kg of marine litter at Scouriemore.

Highland Council announce acquisition of new properties in Dornoch

Highland Council announce acquisition of new properties in Dornoch

Highland Council has confirmed that they have taken possession of 17 new properties in Dornoch.

Marine businesses encouraged to contribute to 'ground-breaking' fund for coasts and seas projects

14 May 2022

Marine businesses encouraged to contribute to 'ground-breaking' fund for coasts and seas projects

14 May 2022

A ground-breaking initiative designed to transform the health of coasts and seas has been launched.

Scotland's chief vet confirms bird flu cases at Sutherland coastal reserve

Scotland's chief vet confirms bird flu cases at Sutherland coastal reserve

Over 160 bird carcases have been found at Loch Fleet this week alone.

Fresh faces elected to serve in north, west and central Sutherland ward

Fresh faces elected to serve in north, west and central Sutherland ward

Residents in north, west and central Sutherland ward cast their votes on Thursday May 5.

Police appeal for information to trace missing man Glyn Smith (76) last seen in Oykel Bridge area

Police appeal for information to trace missing man Glyn Smith (76) last seen in Oykel Bridge area

Glyn Smith (76) was last seen walking in Sutherland on April 24.

Dunrobin Castle enjoying 'best ever' start to season

Dunrobin Castle enjoying 'best ever' start to season

Dunrobin Castle is enjoying its "best ever" start to the new season, with record numbers of tourists visiting during April.

Wins for Helmsdale, Lairg and Dornoch as league campaign kicks off

Wins for Helmsdale, Lairg and Dornoch as league campaign kicks off

Sutherland sides Dornoch, Helmsdale and Lairg joined Inver in kicking off their league campaigns with victories

Fond farewell party for retiring midwife

Fond farewell party for retiring midwife

A Durness midwife was treated to a farewell party from her colleagues

PICTURES: Photography competition showcases Sutherland's extraordinary wildlife

PICTURES: Photography competition showcases Sutherland's extraordinary wildlife

The winners of a photography competition held in memory of a founding member of the North Sutherland Wildlife Group have been announced.

WATCH: Sutherland tourism leaders join board of north Highland group

WATCH: Sutherland tourism leaders join board of north Highland group