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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?

The MSP warns that 'it is practically impossible' for Highland homes to meet proposed energy performance standard.

Business Focus by David Richardson

The housing crisis here – as in other parts of Scotland – is well documented.

Comparing the opportunities that a tiny 28-pupil school can provide with what can be offered in a city school, isn’t comparing like with like.

The Greens MSP says 'I am actively advocating for the establishment of a dedicated degree-level course in horticulture and business skills.'

He says 'decisions by SNP and Green ministers in Edinburgh that will have a real impact on life here in the Highlands.'

What is really important, is to keep abreast of the issues that I can do something about.

Think about the impact we, and our words and actions, each have on the lives of those around us.

He says the stop 'places in great jeopardy the refurbishment of Raigmore’s maternity unit and projects in Caithness and Lochaber.'

John Davidson enjoys some rare winter sunshine on a family walk in a popular Highland forest

Clear skies, freezing air and snow-capped hills – a perfect chance to explore quiet Highland roads by bike in the off-season

I can’t seem to help myself. I am addicted to my phone.

She says 'I’m reminded dozens of times a day of the cost of being in the union.'

New Ross-shire Journal columnist Lucy Beattie from Wester Ross discusses the importance of local crofting amid global challenges.