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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

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East Sutherland Art Society set for biggest exhibition yet during Golspie Gala Week

16 July 2025
East Sutherland Art Society set for biggest exhibition yet during Golspie Gala Week

East Sutherland Art Society set for biggest exhibition yet during Golspie Gala Week

16 July 2025

East Sutherland Art Society’s annual exhibition returns to Fountain Road Hall, Golspie from Tuesday July 23 to Friday August 2.


Police confirm 2 legally-owned XL Bully dogs ‘euthanised’ by owner after attack that left 69-year-old woman with ‘serious injuries’ near Lairg

16 July 2025
Police confirm 2 legally-owned XL Bully dogs ‘euthanised’ by owner after attack that left 69-year-old woman with ‘serious injuries’ near Lairg

Police confirm 2 legally-owned XL Bully dogs ‘euthanised’ by owner after attack that left 69-year-old woman with ‘serious injuries’ near Lairg

16 July 2025

Police say both dogs were registered and legally owned.


Art created in prison to feature in Dornoch Cathedral exhibition

16 July 2025
Art created in prison to feature in Dornoch Cathedral exhibition

Art created in prison to feature in Dornoch Cathedral exhibition

16 July 2025

Artwork created by prisoners at HMP Inverness will go on display in Dornoch Cathedral this month.


‘Very best’ of livestock set to be on show in Dornoch at this weekend’s Sutherland Agricultural Show

16 July 2025
‘Very best’ of livestock set to be on show in Dornoch at this weekend’s Sutherland Agricultural Show

‘Very best’ of livestock set to be on show in Dornoch at this weekend’s Sutherland Agricultural Show

16 July 2025

Excitement is mounting as one of Sutherland’s most anticipated days out returns this Saturday


Golspie charity shop supporting young carers celebrates re-opening after major refurbishment

15 July 2025
Golspie charity shop supporting young carers celebrates re-opening after major refurbishment

Golspie charity shop supporting young carers celebrates re-opening after major refurbishment

15 July 2025

A popular community-run shop in Golspie has reopened its doors following a major refurb.


County Pairs success for Brora duo Dent and Mackenzie

15 July 2025
County Pairs success for Brora duo Dent and Mackenzie

County Pairs success for Brora duo Dent and Mackenzie

15 July 2025

There was success on home turf for Brora’s Colin Dent and Angus Mackenzie as they secured their third consecutive County Pairs title.


Golspie War Memorial garden claims Highland prize for fifth year in a row to reach national final

15 July 2025
Golspie War Memorial garden claims Highland prize for fifth year in a row to reach national final

Golspie War Memorial garden claims Highland prize for fifth year in a row to reach national final

15 July 2025

The memorial garden took top spot in the Small Community with Garden category.


Portmahomack man awarded prestigious Honorary Blue for commitment to university sport with UHI

11 July 2025
Portmahomack man awarded prestigious Honorary Blue for commitment to university sport with UHI

Portmahomack man awarded prestigious Honorary Blue for commitment to university sport with UHI

11 July 2025

A Portmahomack man has been awarded an Honorary Blue for his commitment to university sport.


‘Influence’ of late Jim Cunningham felt during 10k tribute run in Brora

11 July 2025
‘Influence’ of late Jim Cunningham felt during 10k tribute run in Brora

‘Influence’ of late Jim Cunningham felt during 10k tribute run in Brora

11 July 2025

Over a dozen runners took part this week.


PICTURES: Festivities set to continue into the weekend for Lairg Gala Week

11 July 2025
PICTURES: Festivities set to continue into the weekend for Lairg Gala Week

PICTURES: Festivities set to continue into the weekend for Lairg Gala Week

11 July 2025

More pictures from a fun-filled week in Lairg.


Sutherland councillor takes aim at Highland Council over service point changes in Dornoch

11 July 2025
Sutherland councillor takes aim at Highland Council over service point changes in Dornoch

Sutherland councillor takes aim at Highland Council over service point changes in Dornoch

11 July 2025

Cllr Jim McGillivray says the Dornoch public were not “meaningfully consulted” on the matter.


Roaring start for Lairg Gala Week beginning with crowning of firefighting Queen Olivia

11 July 2025
Roaring start for Lairg Gala Week beginning with crowning of firefighting Queen Olivia

Roaring start for Lairg Gala Week beginning with crowning of firefighting Queen Olivia

11 July 2025

Lairg Gala got off to a roaring start last Saturday.


WATCH: North-west Sutherland estates to be revitalised as part of 30-year ecological restoration project

10 July 2025
WATCH: North-west Sutherland estates to be revitalised as part of 30-year ecological restoration project

WATCH: North-west Sutherland estates to be revitalised as part of 30-year ecological restoration project

10 July 2025

A landmark regeneration project is set to breathe new life into the wild landscapes of the north-west.


Gordonbush scheme celebrates 10th year after enabling 40 apprenticeships across east Sutherland

10 July 2025
Gordonbush scheme celebrates 10th year after enabling 40 apprenticeships across east Sutherland

Gordonbush scheme celebrates 10th year after enabling 40 apprenticeships across east Sutherland

10 July 2025

An east Sutherland-based apprenticeship programme is marking a decade of supporting employment and enterprise in the local community.


Thistle reach seventh heaven against Melvich in weekend of one-sided wins

10 July 2025
Thistle reach seventh heaven against Melvich in weekend of one-sided wins

Thistle reach seventh heaven against Melvich in weekend of one-sided wins

10 July 2025

Liam Rostock grabbed a hat-trick as Tain overcame Melvich


Tain artist Archie MacArthur stages first solo exhibition in Dornoch

09 July 2025
Tain artist Archie MacArthur stages first solo exhibition in Dornoch

Tain artist Archie MacArthur stages first solo exhibition in Dornoch

09 July 2025

A Tain-based artist is showcasing his first ever solo exhibition in Dornoch this month.


Highland Council to introduce freephone facility after 50% drop in usage of in-person services at Dornoch service point

09 July 2025
Highland Council to introduce freephone facility after 50% drop in usage of in-person services at Dornoch service point

Highland Council to introduce freephone facility after 50% drop in usage of in-person services at Dornoch service point

09 July 2025

Highland Council has confirmed that services at Dornoch Service Point will be delivered differently from next month.


Billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates ‘made the day’ of golfers in Dornoch

09 July 2025
Billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates ‘made the day’ of golfers in Dornoch

Billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates ‘made the day’ of golfers in Dornoch

09 July 2025

The tech pioneer and partner Paula Hurd “made the day” of several golfers as they took the time to pose for photos.


Woman (69) airlifted to hospital and man (76) charged after dog-attack near Lairg

08 July 2025
Woman (69) airlifted to hospital and man (76) charged after dog-attack near Lairg

Woman (69) airlifted to hospital and man (76) charged after dog-attack near Lairg

08 July 2025

The woman’s injuries have been reported as “serious”.


Dornoch cricketers score highest team total to go second in development league standings

08 July 2025
Dornoch cricketers score highest team total to go second in development league standings

Dornoch cricketers score highest team total to go second in development league standings

08 July 2025

Dornoch Cricket Club surged into second place in the North of Scotland Development League with a composed and clinical seven-wicket win.


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