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‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

25 July 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have spoken of the “rollercoaster of emotions” they’ve experienced so far on their round-Britain rowing adventure.


Stories and flavours: Scotland’s finest in new Ullapool event series

Stories and flavours: Scotland’s finest in new Ullapool event series

Stories and flavours: Scotland’s finest in new Ullapool event series

24 July 2024

To celebrate the fascinating Scottish heritage, The Seaforth Restaurant in Ullapool will launch a brand new, immersive experience this summer.


Highland nine-day music festival line-up revealed

Highland nine-day music festival line-up revealed

Highland nine-day music festival line-up revealed

23 July 2024

Ceilidhs galore and a broad range of artists lined up for event credited with generating at least £8m for the Highland economy since launched.


Call to Highland nature lovers to help conservation charity in Big Butterfly Count this summer

Call to Highland nature lovers to help conservation charity in Big Butterfly Count this summer

Call to Highland nature lovers to help conservation charity in Big Butterfly Count this summer

18 July 2024

A charity is calling wildlife enthusiasts in the region to join a monitoring initiative to track the impact of climate change on butterflies.


‘Ultraman’ athlete and childhood cancer activist Ashley Cain prepares to set world record at John O’Groats on Saturday

‘Ultraman’ athlete and childhood cancer activist Ashley Cain prepares to set world record at John O’Groats on Saturday

‘Ultraman’ athlete and childhood cancer activist Ashley Cain prepares to set world record at John O’Groats on Saturday

18 July 2024

The 33-year-old will kayak to John O’Groats for midday on Saturday to conclude his world record attempt.


PICTURES: Inspired Helmsdale youngsters ready to take climate action

PICTURES: Inspired Helmsdale youngsters ready to take climate action

PICTURES: Inspired Helmsdale youngsters ready to take climate action

18 July 2024

Pupils at an east Sutherland primary school have been taking positive climate action with the help of Timespan.


Play inspired by Sutherland Spaceport set to blast off to Highland venues

Play inspired by Sutherland Spaceport set to blast off to Highland venues

Play inspired by Sutherland Spaceport set to blast off to Highland venues

17 July 2024

A play inspired by the construction of Sutherland’s new spaceport is set to tour around the Highlands and Islands next month.


Meet the Ross-shire garden volunteers, aged 95 and 90, hailed after a decade of service

Meet the Ross-shire garden volunteers, aged 95 and 90, hailed after a decade of service

Meet the Ross-shire garden volunteers, aged 95 and 90, hailed after a decade of service

17 July 2024

Two senior members of a Wester Ross community garden team are about to hang up their forks and trowels and step down from their volunteering duties.


North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

13 July 2024

Plans for a long-distance walking trail along the north coast will be outlined at a series of consultation events in Caithness in July and August.


Family taking on NC500 cycle challenge for Cancer Research ‘blown away’ by support from Highlanders

Family taking on NC500 cycle challenge for Cancer Research ‘blown away’ by support from Highlanders

Family taking on NC500 cycle challenge for Cancer Research ‘blown away’ by support from Highlanders

12 July 2024

A brave team is currently cycling the NC500 in aid of Cancer Research.


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.


How Ullapool teenager (18) became an entrepreneur after teaching himself woodturning

How Ullapool teenager (18) became an entrepreneur after teaching himself woodturning

How Ullapool teenager (18) became an entrepreneur after teaching himself woodturning

10 July 2024

Meet the Wester Ross teenager (18) who runs his own business after teaching himself woodturning.


Brora Rangers thrash Inverness Caledonian Thistle in impressive win in friendly

Brora Rangers thrash Inverness Caledonian Thistle in impressive win in friendly

Brora Rangers thrash Inverness Caledonian Thistle in impressive win in friendly

09 July 2024

Impressive pre-season victory.


Tain-based charity Kats Second Editions ‘doesn’t say no’ to those in need

Tain-based charity Kats Second Editions ‘doesn’t say no’ to those in need

Tain-based charity Kats Second Editions ‘doesn’t say no’ to those in need

09 July 2024

The confidential charity collects donations of children’s clothes, shoes, jackets and even toiletries, and re-distributes them to families in need.


PICTURES: Dornoch runner is overall winner of first ever Ben Bhraggie 24-hour hill race

PICTURES: Dornoch runner is overall winner of first ever Ben Bhraggie 24-hour hill race

PICTURES: Dornoch runner is overall winner of first ever Ben Bhraggie 24-hour hill race

08 July 2024

The Ben Bhraggie 24-hour hill race started at 10am on Saturday, July 6.


Sutherland creatives invited to get involved in Scotland's ‘biggest filmmaking event’

Sutherland creatives invited to get involved in Scotland's ‘biggest filmmaking event’

Sutherland creatives invited to get involved in Scotland's ‘biggest filmmaking event’

04 July 2024

Sutherland producers and directors are invited to get involved in Scotland's biggest filmmaking event, the 48 Hour Film Project, this summer.


Ullapool crab spotted ‘joyriding’ local jellyfish

Ullapool crab spotted ‘joyriding’ local jellyfish

Ullapool crab spotted ‘joyriding’ local jellyfish

03 July 2024

An Ullapool crab has been spotted hitching a ride with a local jellyfish.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Tasty treats help celebrate 40 years of the Highland Cross

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Tasty treats help celebrate 40 years of the Highland Cross

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Tasty treats help celebrate 40 years of the Highland Cross

01 July 2024

John Davidson takes on the Highland Cross for the eighth time as the 50-mile duathlon marks its 40th anniversary


Businesses and entrepreneurs in Caithness and Sutherland urged to enter special awards

Businesses and entrepreneurs in Caithness and Sutherland urged to enter special awards

Businesses and entrepreneurs in Caithness and Sutherland urged to enter special awards

29 June 2024

Aspiring entrepreneurs and budding businesses in Caithness and Sutherland are being encouraged to enter the Caithness Chamber of Commerce awards.


Cromarty-raised singer to play gig at ‘legendary’ Glastonbury Festival

Cromarty-raised singer to play gig at ‘legendary’ Glastonbury Festival

Cromarty-raised singer to play gig at ‘legendary’ Glastonbury Festival

26 June 2024

Born in Wick and raised on the Black Isle, Tamzene Allison-Power (27) is preparing to play at one of the world’s most renowned musical event.


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