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Poppy cascade a stunning sight at service to mark 100th anniversary of Lairg War Memorial

03 October 2022
Poppy cascade a stunning sight at service to mark 100th anniversary of Lairg War Memorial

Poppy cascade a stunning sight at service to mark 100th anniversary of Lairg War Memorial

03 October 2022

A cascade of thousands of poppies tumbled down the hillside in front of Lairg War Memorial.


Mum's lost ashes returned thanks to eagle-eyed workers at Thurso recycling site

23 August 2022
Mum's lost ashes returned thanks to eagle-eyed workers at Thurso recycling site

Mum's lost ashes returned thanks to eagle-eyed workers at Thurso recycling site

23 August 2022

A Thurso restaurant owner has praised the sterling efforts of recycling workers who helped reunite him with a locket containing his mother's ashes.


COLUMN: Sutherland anglers are lucky in having salmon rivers on their doorstep

12 June 2022
COLUMN: Sutherland anglers are lucky in having salmon rivers on their doorstep

COLUMN: Sutherland anglers are lucky in having salmon rivers on their doorstep

12 June 2022

An unexpected invitation to fish a local river a few days ago reminded me of how fortunate I am to reside so close to salmon rivers.


Recipe of the week: Scotch beef and lentil cannelloni

04 June 2022
Recipe of the week: Scotch beef and lentil cannelloni

Recipe of the week: Scotch beef and lentil cannelloni

04 June 2022

A wholesome and hearty meal that goes a long way.


VIDEO AND PICTURES: Watten earth's all that racket? It's just 50 Blue Angels bikers hitting the village

08 May 2022
VIDEO AND PICTURES: Watten earth's all that racket? It's just 50 Blue Angels bikers hitting the village

VIDEO AND PICTURES: Watten earth's all that racket? It's just 50 Blue Angels bikers hitting the village

08 May 2022

The quiet Caithness village of Watten played host to a bevy of hardcore bikers as around 50 Blue Angels Motorcycle Club members rumbled in.


From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

07 May 2022
From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

07 May 2022

A dip into the Northern Times of yesteryear.


Easter bunny a star attraction at Brora Fun Day while carrot tossing popular at Culrain event

19 April 2022
Easter bunny a star attraction at Brora Fun Day while carrot tossing popular at Culrain event

Easter bunny a star attraction at Brora Fun Day while carrot tossing popular at Culrain event

19 April 2022

East Sutherland communities enjoyed Easter activities in the sun.


Women's health campaigner named volunteer of the year

27 March 2022
Women's health campaigner named volunteer of the year

Women's health campaigner named volunteer of the year

27 March 2022

Kirsteen Campbell set up a group to help women suffering with endometriosis.


Inspirational four-year-old named brave child of the year

26 March 2022
Inspirational four-year-old named brave child of the year

Inspirational four-year-old named brave child of the year

26 March 2022

Four-year-old Lexie Forsyth is an inspiration for the way she has coped with a serious health condition.


Children's nurse keeps registration after violating dignity of student

21 February 2022
Children's nurse keeps registration after violating dignity of student

Children's nurse keeps registration after violating dignity of student

21 February 2022

A children's nurse has been allowed to keep his registration after being found to have sexually harrassed a student nurse who left the profession.


Recipe of the week: Panko and parmesan Brussels sprouts

19 February 2022
Recipe of the week: Panko and parmesan Brussels sprouts

Recipe of the week: Panko and parmesan Brussels sprouts

19 February 2022

These breaded Brussels sprouts are a moreish snack. The panko breadcrumbs give them a bite while parmesan adds a delicious savoury edge.


Dubai expat who hails originally from Rogart, brushes shoulders with stars of golfing world

15 February 2022
Dubai expat who hails originally from Rogart, brushes shoulders with stars of golfing world

Dubai expat who hails originally from Rogart, brushes shoulders with stars of golfing world

15 February 2022

A GOLF fan from Rogart has carved out the perfect role for herself far from her native village.


Community payback order for Alness man who posted Snapchat video threatening his ex-partner

07 February 2022
Community payback order for Alness man who posted Snapchat video threatening his ex-partner

Community payback order for Alness man who posted Snapchat video threatening his ex-partner

07 February 2022

An Alness man posted a video of himself on Snapchat “ranting and raving” about his former partner.


Progress made on hunt for Inveran Bridge owner

11 November 2021
Progress made on hunt for Inveran Bridge owner

Progress made on hunt for Inveran Bridge owner

11 November 2021

Highland Council previously said it did not own the bridge but had asked its legal department to find out who did.


PICTURES: Triumphant welcome for celebrity Ashley Cain at John O'Groats after gruelling cycle ride

17 September 2021
PICTURES: Triumphant welcome for celebrity Ashley Cain at John O'Groats after gruelling cycle ride

PICTURES: Triumphant welcome for celebrity Ashley Cain at John O'Groats after gruelling cycle ride

17 September 2021

Ex-footballer and reality TV star Ashley Cain finished a charity cycle ride at John O'Groats to a hero's welcome with many local supporters turning up


Bank holiday affects GP surgeries

01 August 2021
Bank holiday affects GP surgeries

Bank holiday affects GP surgeries

01 August 2021

NHS Highland has reminded residents in Sutherland that the region’s GP surgeries will be affected by the summer bank holiday next week.


Water plea issued amid low levels in parts of Sutherland

29 July 2021
Water plea issued amid low levels in parts of Sutherland

Water plea issued amid low levels in parts of Sutherland

29 July 2021

CUT back on water use, some Sutherland residents have been urged amid "significant scarcity" in rivers in some parts of the county.


Highland football heroes score a hat trick of building awards

08 July 2021
Highland football heroes score a hat trick of building awards

Highland football heroes score a hat trick of building awards

08 July 2021

Former footballers Lewis Mackinnon and Zander Sutherland are hat trick heroes after gaining their third National House Builders Council awards


Nationwide tour of giant Saltire reaches far north this weekend

30 June 2021
Nationwide tour of giant Saltire reaches far north this weekend

Nationwide tour of giant Saltire reaches far north this weekend

30 June 2021

A giant Saltire flag will arrive at Dunnet beach on Saturday as part of a nationwide tour of Scotland's scenic sites by independence supporters.


SNP manifesto is light in detail on support for crofters

19 June 2021
SNP manifesto is light in detail on support for crofters

SNP manifesto is light in detail on support for crofters

19 June 2021

The elections are gone and we have a SNP government again. I searched through their manifesto to see what the future holds for crofters.


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