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ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

13 February 2024

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


Politicians join forces to urge Scottish Government to support Coul Links golf course development

Politicians join forces to urge Scottish Government to support Coul Links golf course development

Politicians join forces to urge Scottish Government to support Coul Links golf course development

13 February 2024

A letter has been sent to the Scottish Government highlighting the significant economic and environmental benefits of the project.


Storm damaged sea defences spark closure of Far North Line

Storm damaged sea defences spark closure of Far North Line

Storm damaged sea defences spark closure of Far North Line

12 February 2024

The line was closed between Brora and Helmsdale after the tracks in that area suffered coastal flood damage for the second time this winter.


Riverwoods sceening at Bonar Bridge will be followed by question and answer session

Riverwoods sceening at Bonar Bridge will be followed by question and answer session

Riverwoods sceening at Bonar Bridge will be followed by question and answer session

12 February 2024

Riverwoods: An Untold Story was partly filmed in the Bonar Bridge area.


Coastal flooding risk sparks Sutherland warning amid high spring tides and strong winds

Coastal flooding risk sparks Sutherland warning amid high spring tides and strong winds

Coastal flooding risk sparks Sutherland warning amid high spring tides and strong winds

12 February 2024

Golspie is particularly as risk from "large waves and flooding", Sepa has warned – with a wider flood warning also in place from Helmsdale to Embo.


Protected goose dumped beside River Thurso was shot and decapitated

Protected goose dumped beside River Thurso was shot and decapitated

Protected goose dumped beside River Thurso was shot and decapitated

11 February 2024

A decapitated goose was shot and dumped on the banks of the River Thurso in a plastic bag, police have said.


Communities for Coul 'disappointed' over decision by Scottish Government to review Coul Links planning application

Communities for Coul 'disappointed' over decision by Scottish Government to review Coul Links planning application

Communities for Coul 'disappointed' over decision by Scottish Government to review Coul Links planning application

09 February 2024

Communities for Coul says it has the "unequivocal support of local communities".


Conservation Coalition welcomes Scottish Government's decision to call in Coul Links golf course application

Conservation Coalition welcomes Scottish Government's decision to call in Coul Links golf course application

Conservation Coalition welcomes Scottish Government's decision to call in Coul Links golf course application

09 February 2024

The coalition is a group of seven environmental charities that are campaigning against the development at Coul Links, near Embo.


Railway hit by fresh flooding just hours after reopening, ScotRail confirms

Railway hit by fresh flooding just hours after reopening, ScotRail confirms

Railway hit by fresh flooding just hours after reopening, ScotRail confirms

07 February 2024

Railways disruption is again causing misery for train passengers after the Far North Line flooded again – just hours after it reopened.


THIRD snow warning issued by Met Office amid forecast for up 20cm of snowfall this weekend

THIRD snow warning issued by Met Office amid forecast for up 20cm of snowfall this weekend

THIRD snow warning issued by Met Office amid forecast for up 20cm of snowfall this weekend

07 February 2024

Disruptive snow looks set to impact the Highlands into the weekend after the Met Office issued another yellow warning ­– their third in a day.


Met Office issues ANOTHER yellow warning for snow in Sutherland

Met Office issues ANOTHER yellow warning for snow in Sutherland

Met Office issues ANOTHER yellow warning for snow in Sutherland

07 February 2024

Further disruptive snow is expected to hit the Highlands later today and overnight, the Met Office has warned after issuing another yellow warning.


'Take care' plea to motorists after overnight snows hit Highland roads

'Take care' plea to motorists after overnight snows hit Highland roads

'Take care' plea to motorists after overnight snows hit Highland roads

07 February 2024

Motorists across the Highlands have been urged to take care after snow fell in many parts of the region overnight.


Far North Line reopens after earlier landslip blocked section between Dingwall and Inverness

Far North Line reopens after earlier landslip blocked section between Dingwall and Inverness

Far North Line reopens after earlier landslip blocked section between Dingwall and Inverness

07 February 2024

Trains are returning to normal in the far north after days of rain-related disruption – but some were still impacted first thing on Wednesday.


Snow and ice yellow warning issued for Sutherland by Met Office

Snow and ice yellow warning issued for Sutherland by Met Office

Snow and ice yellow warning issued for Sutherland by Met Office

06 February 2024

Several inches of snow are possible in some places, amid forecasts for showers and ice across the region.


Scottish Government minister hears more about Flow Country World Heritage bid

Scottish Government minister hears more about Flow Country World Heritage bid

Scottish Government minister hears more about Flow Country World Heritage bid

06 February 2024

The Flow Country’s potential as a global exemplar for just transition to a low carbon future was explored as Scotland’s environment minister visited.


Dedicated service of Assynt Field Club chairman Andy Summers recognised as he steps down after 15 years

Dedicated service of Assynt Field Club chairman Andy Summers recognised as he steps down after 15 years

Dedicated service of Assynt Field Club chairman Andy Summers recognised as he steps down after 15 years

05 February 2024

Mr Summers stood down at the club’s 38th AGM in Stoer Village Hall on February 1.


12 flood warnings in force across the Highlands amid heavy rain and weather alerts

12 flood warnings in force across the Highlands amid heavy rain and weather alerts

12 flood warnings in force across the Highlands amid heavy rain and weather alerts

05 February 2024

Strath Oykel among a dozen separate flood warnings issued for the Highlands amid heavy and persistent rain.


170mm of rain to bring flooding and travel disruption to Highlands, Met Office warns

170mm of rain to bring flooding and travel disruption to Highlands, Met Office warns

170mm of rain to bring flooding and travel disruption to Highlands, Met Office warns

02 February 2024

Yellow warning issued amid fears 'persistent' rain will cause travel disruption and flooding in western and central parts of the Highlands.


Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

02 February 2024

The Salmon Scotland wild fisheries fund will see £140,000 invested by Scotland's salmon farmers.


Highland Green MSP welcomes positive impact that disposable vapes ban will have on the region

Highland Green MSP welcomes positive impact that disposable vapes ban will have on the region

Highland Green MSP welcomes positive impact that disposable vapes ban will have on the region

31 January 2024

The forthcoming ban on disposable vapes will mean a cleaner, greener and healthier future for people in the Highlands according to a local MSP.


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