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Citizen scientists, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts in Sutherland invited to take part in National Whale and Dolphin Watch

Citizen scientists, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts in Sutherland invited to take part in National Whale and Dolphin Watch

Citizen scientists, researchers, and wildlife enthusiasts in Sutherland invited to take part in National Whale and Dolphin Watch

11 July 2024

Sea Watch Foundation announces the return of its National Whale and Dolphin Watch, a 10-day-long event taking place from July 26 to August 4.


‘People are putting themselves at risk’: Network Rail concern over use of level crossing at Dunrobin Castle railway station

‘People are putting themselves at risk’: Network Rail concern over use of level crossing at Dunrobin Castle railway station

‘People are putting themselves at risk’: Network Rail concern over use of level crossing at Dunrobin Castle railway station

11 July 2024

Concerned train drivers have reported incidents where users have not followed the correct procedure at the level crossing.


Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

10 July 2024

Round-Britain rowers Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have made progress along the south coast of England and hope to resume their challenge on Wednesday.


Strathnaver Museum seeks two artists in residence

Strathnaver Museum seeks two artists in residence

Strathnaver Museum seeks two artists in residence

10 July 2024

The residency programme has been made possible thanks to “generous funding” from a number of organisations.


Drivers gear up for 2024 Gars Tractor Run

Drivers gear up for 2024 Gars Tractor Run

Drivers gear up for 2024 Gars Tractor Run

09 July 2024

Around 60 drivers have so far registered to take part in the 2024 Gars Tractor Run but more are expected on the day.


Temporary timetable introduced on Highland train services amidst ScotRail cuts

Temporary timetable introduced on Highland train services amidst ScotRail cuts

Temporary timetable introduced on Highland train services amidst ScotRail cuts

09 July 2024

Train commuters are being warned of changes to ScotRail services in the Highlands after a pay dispute resulted in a shortage of drivers.


Meetings at Lairg and Kinlochbervie to discuss proposed changes to crofting legislation

Meetings at Lairg and Kinlochbervie to discuss proposed changes to crofting legislation

Meetings at Lairg and Kinlochbervie to discuss proposed changes to crofting legislation

09 July 2024

The Scottish Government’s Bill Group is holding a series of consultation meetings.


Former Red Arrows pilot with sight issues completes 1000-mile run at John O’Groats

Former Red Arrows pilot with sight issues completes 1000-mile run at John O’Groats

Former Red Arrows pilot with sight issues completes 1000-mile run at John O’Groats

09 July 2024

Higgy, a former Red Arrows pilot with glaucoma, completes a 1000-mile run to raise awareness of glaucoma.


Motorists warned of overnight delays on A9 at Golspie as resurfacing work begins

Motorists warned of overnight delays on A9 at Golspie as resurfacing work begins

Motorists warned of overnight delays on A9 at Golspie as resurfacing work begins

09 July 2024

Five days of resurfacing work on the A9 at the south end of Golspie will begin this weekend.


Ullapool community projects get funding boost from Broom Power Hydro scheme

Ullapool community projects get funding boost from Broom Power Hydro scheme

Ullapool community projects get funding boost from Broom Power Hydro scheme

09 July 2024

Ullapool community projects have been given a funding boost after the latest round of grants from the Broom Power Hydro scheme.


Warning of heavy rain across Caithness – possible flooding and power cuts

Warning of heavy rain across Caithness – possible flooding and power cuts

Warning of heavy rain across Caithness – possible flooding and power cuts

08 July 2024

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Warning for slow-moving and heavy rain leading to impacts on travel and infrastructure across Caithness.


‘It is shaping up to be a busy year for us’: Assynt Mountain Rescue Team go to the aid of an injured walker in 18th call-out of 2024

‘It is shaping up to be a busy year for us’: Assynt Mountain Rescue Team go to the aid of an injured walker in 18th call-out of 2024

‘It is shaping up to be a busy year for us’: Assynt Mountain Rescue Team go to the aid of an injured walker in 18th call-out of 2024

08 July 2024

The walker had injured her ankle crossing a burn just south of the Quinag car park.


UPDATE: ‘Disruption until end of the day’ on Highland Mainline after train breakdown

UPDATE: ‘Disruption until end of the day’ on Highland Mainline after train breakdown

UPDATE: ‘Disruption until end of the day’ on Highland Mainline after train breakdown

06 July 2024

Rail passengers using the Highland Mainline face disruption until the end of the day, train bosses are now warning.


UPDATE: Missing man last seen driving across Dornoch Bridge found ‘safe and well’

UPDATE: Missing man last seen driving across Dornoch Bridge found ‘safe and well’

UPDATE: Missing man last seen driving across Dornoch Bridge found ‘safe and well’

06 July 2024

A missing man who sparked a police appeal on Saturday morning has been traced “safe and well”.


Police issue dashcam plea amid ‘concerns for welfare’ of missing man in the Highlands

Police issue dashcam plea amid ‘concerns for welfare’ of missing man in the Highlands

Police issue dashcam plea amid ‘concerns for welfare’ of missing man in the Highlands

06 July 2024

Concerns are growing for the welfare of a missing Hull man who was last seen driving across the Dornoch Bridge.


Broken freight train blocks Highland Mainline - disruption expected until this afternoon

Broken freight train blocks Highland Mainline - disruption expected until this afternoon

Broken freight train blocks Highland Mainline - disruption expected until this afternoon

06 July 2024

Rail passengers were facing further disruption on the Highland Mainline on Saturday morning after a broken down train blocked the track overnight.


Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

06 July 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have encountered a weather delay off the south coast but say they are “still on target” to complete their epic challenge.


Highland Business Awards: recognising community impact and young employees

Highland Business Awards: recognising community impact and young employees

Highland Business Awards: recognising community impact and young employees

05 July 2024

This year’s prestigious Highland Business Awards are now open for entries.


Farlary Footpaths croft open day this weekend will raise money for Rogart Hall

Farlary Footpaths croft open day this weekend will raise money for Rogart Hall

Farlary Footpaths croft open day this weekend will raise money for Rogart Hall

04 July 2024

Bob and Louise Meeres spent lockdown creating a network of footpaths on their croft at 43 Farlary.


What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

04 July 2024

Don’t miss Lairg Gala Week and Brora Carnival Week.


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