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Ullapool Bookshop amongst ‘beacons of hope’ on British Book Awards shortlist

Ullapool Bookshop amongst ‘beacons of hope’ on British Book Awards shortlist

Ullapool Bookshop amongst ‘beacons of hope’ on British Book Awards shortlist

18 February 2025

It’s the only Highland contender on a ten-strong Scottish shortlist for what have been dubbed ‘the BAFTAs of the book trade’


New community-run café is perfect starting point for Loch Morlich walk

New community-run café is perfect starting point for Loch Morlich walk

New community-run café is perfect starting point for Loch Morlich walk

17 February 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson picks up a coffee before heading out onto the trails to enjoy the classic circuit of Loch Morlich in Glenmore


Pentland United set for 24-hour running challenge in aid of Sophie’s Story

Pentland United set for 24-hour running challenge in aid of Sophie’s Story

Pentland United set for 24-hour running challenge in aid of Sophie’s Story

16 February 2025

Caithness amateur football champions Pentland United are preparing for a 24-hour fundraising running challenge as a Sophie’s Story fundraiser.


Seven bakers set for Caithness and Sutherland heat of Shortbread Showdown

Seven bakers set for Caithness and Sutherland heat of Shortbread Showdown

Seven bakers set for Caithness and Sutherland heat of Shortbread Showdown

16 February 2025

Seven keen bakers are in the mix for the Caithness and Sutherland regional heat of this year’s Highland Shortbread Showdown in Thurso on Thursday.


Highland voluntary groups could shine at Scottish Charity Awards

Highland voluntary groups could shine at Scottish Charity Awards

Highland voluntary groups could shine at Scottish Charity Awards

15 February 2025

Voluntary groups of all sizes could be crowned the charity of the year at a national awards event taking place later this year.


Blood donations ‘crucial to the work of the NHS’ as campaign tops 2200 mark

Blood donations ‘crucial to the work of the NHS’ as campaign tops 2200 mark

Blood donations ‘crucial to the work of the NHS’ as campaign tops 2200 mark

14 February 2025

Our Give Blood, Save Lives campaign to boost blood donations across the north has now passed the 2000 mark.


For the love of teacakes! Couples help boost blood donations drive

For the love of teacakes! Couples help boost blood donations drive

For the love of teacakes! Couples help boost blood donations drive

14 February 2025

Donors shared the love for each other and those in need of help this Valentine’s week by rolling up their sleeves to give blood together.


‘My baby could have been without a mum’: Inverness woman ‘so grateful’ to blood donors who helped save her life

‘My baby could have been without a mum’: Inverness woman ‘so grateful’ to blood donors who helped save her life

‘My baby could have been without a mum’: Inverness woman ‘so grateful’ to blood donors who helped save her life

13 February 2025

A mum who faced life-threatening complications after giving birth last year said the situation has brought home to her how important giving blood is.


A Carrbridge coup! Hebridean Baker will judge the oats cuisine event of the year

A Carrbridge coup! Hebridean Baker will judge the oats cuisine event of the year

A Carrbridge coup! Hebridean Baker will judge the oats cuisine event of the year

13 February 2025

Internet sensation will judge at World Porridge Making Championship


What did Blue Peter kids ask Tom and Luke Stoltman?

What did Blue Peter kids ask Tom and Luke Stoltman?

What did Blue Peter kids ask Tom and Luke Stoltman?

10 February 2025

Kids asked Tom what if he had ever broken anything just by touching it. His answer triggered much laughter…


Catwalk for a Cause fundraiser raises £78,000… and counting!

Catwalk for a Cause fundraiser raises £78,000… and counting!

Catwalk for a Cause fundraiser raises £78,000… and counting!

09 February 2025

Delighted organisers of a charity fashion show have hailed the “inspirational models” after the latest Catwalk for a Cause raised £78,000 & counting!


‘Whatever you can give will help’: ambulance dispatcher sees importance of giving blood to save lives

‘Whatever you can give will help’: ambulance dispatcher sees importance of giving blood to save lives

‘Whatever you can give will help’: ambulance dispatcher sees importance of giving blood to save lives

08 February 2025

A member of the ambulance service says the things he deals with on a day to day basis made it impossible for him not to give blood .


Hare today…and tomorrow? Hope on Cairngorm

Hare today…and tomorrow? Hope on Cairngorm

Hare today…and tomorrow? Hope on Cairngorm

08 February 2025

Funicular tests continuing on Mountain Railway


Alness, Invergordon, Dingwall and Ullapool groups share National Lottery delight

Alness, Invergordon, Dingwall and Ullapool groups share National Lottery delight

Alness, Invergordon, Dingwall and Ullapool groups share National Lottery delight

07 February 2025

Easter Ross boat-builders, Wester Ross gardeners and a Dingwall support group amongst the winners.


Brora Scout leader receives highest possible honour after years of service

Brora Scout leader receives highest possible honour after years of service

Brora Scout leader receives highest possible honour after years of service

07 February 2025

Davie MacDonald has been awarded the Silver Wolf, the highest service award in Scouting.


Crashing falls are just the start on forest walk

Crashing falls are just the start on forest walk

Crashing falls are just the start on forest walk

05 February 2025

Forest trails lead off from the Rogie Falls car park, where John Davidson goes in search of a route beyond the dramatic river crossing


Fancy having Stacey Solomon ‘sort your life out’? Highland casting call for hit BBC show

Fancy having Stacey Solomon ‘sort your life out’? Highland casting call for hit BBC show

Fancy having Stacey Solomon ‘sort your life out’? Highland casting call for hit BBC show

04 February 2025

Hit BBC One show ‘Sort Your Life Out’ is back and looking for families or shared households in the Highlands to take part in a future series.


Chance to seek inspiration at Fort William Mountain Festival

Chance to seek inspiration at Fort William Mountain Festival

Chance to seek inspiration at Fort William Mountain Festival

04 February 2025

The Highland festival brings together talks, films, activities and adventures. John Davidson looks ahead to a long weekend of motivational fun


John O’Groats Trail set to be worth £1m to local economy this year

John O’Groats Trail set to be worth £1m to local economy this year

John O’Groats Trail set to be worth £1m to local economy this year

02 February 2025

New figures show that the 147-mile John O’Groats Trail is thought to have boosted the local economy of the north Highlands by some £900,000 in 2024.


Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

Aldi stores in the Highlands donated 5,043 meals to those in need over the recent festive period

02 February 2025

The supermarket teamed up with local good causes to donate a range of fresh and chilled foods from its stores.


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