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I love living here. But I implore our national and regional leaders to travel. And watch and notice what others do better and bring that home.

Holyrood Notebook by Edward Mountain

Holyrood Notebook by Ariane Burgess

Christians believe life is a precious gift from God, and dying a solemn transition.

John Davidson enjoys a morning stroll up the riverside path from Wick, where he finds peaceful paths and a wildlife spotting platform

Walking, cycling or gardening is good for our health - but we may need to be cautious about a sudden increase in activity, says our columnist.

Business leader advises to live lives unashamedly unsegmented, says our columnist.

10% of small Highland business owners spend 8+ hours per week on regulatory compliance, adding more must be done sparingly, says our columnist.

Sarah Rankin shares one of her tastes of spring, which features in her upcoming book.

For over 20 years I was allergic to cats. Not the slight sneezy type of allergic either.

She visits each bedside, encouraging people with life-limiting conditions to talk about thoughts, hopes and fears they may have, says our columnist.

Royal they may be, but they’re people too. Let’s grant them breathing space.

Business Focus by David Richardson

As Anna Wells recovers from her three-month winter round of the 282 Scottish mountains above 3000ft, John Davidson says lists can be an inspiration

If anything is worth investing in as we try to save our planet, it’s our long-term economic future.

An inspirational teenage black belt in karate, who is battling cancer, won the a Highland Heroes brave child award.

“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”

What a legacy Ron has left.

The Labour MSP says 'local benefit from these developments has not improved and communities are losing out.'

Can we press pause on more National Parks? Just till we’re back on track with the vital stuff?