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Drink and drug-drive clampdown snares 10 people in the Highlands

Drink and drug-drive clampdown snares 10 people in the Highlands

Drink and drug-drive clampdown snares 10 people in the Highlands

17 December 2021

Police have caught two drink drivers and eight drug drivers this week as part of a concerted Christmas clampdown.


Orthopaedic elective work suspended

Orthopaedic elective work suspended

Orthopaedic elective work suspended

17 December 2021

NHS Highland’s clinical emergency pathways have been under significant pressure across primary and secondary care.


First recipients of the University of the Highlands and Islands John Preston Music Awards revealed

First recipients of the University of the Highlands and Islands John Preston Music Awards revealed

First recipients of the University of the Highlands and Islands John Preston Music Awards revealed

17 December 2021

A new music prize for University of the Highlands and Islands students has been awarded to its first winners


Far North pupils get a chance to try their coding skills with virtual sessions from Skills Development Scotland

Far North pupils get a chance to try their coding skills with virtual sessions from Skills Development Scotland

Far North pupils get a chance to try their coding skills with virtual sessions from Skills Development Scotland

17 December 2021

Pupils in Bettyhill are gaining an exciting insight into the future of careers without even leaving the classroom


Consultation document and website launched for University of the Highlands and Islands north,West Highland and Western Isles college merger plans

Consultation document and website launched for University of the Highlands and Islands north,West Highland and Western Isles college merger plans

Consultation document and website launched for University of the Highlands and Islands north,West Highland and Western Isles college merger plans

17 December 2021

Comment is wanted on plans for a new UHI college merging facilities in Ross-shire, Caithness and Sutherland and the Western Isles


Runrig songs to form basis of new Eden Court musical

Runrig songs to form basis of new Eden Court musical

Runrig songs to form basis of new Eden Court musical

17 December 2021

Excited? The brand new musical will be staged at Eden Court next summer.


Celebrate your care and health heroes

Celebrate your care and health heroes

Celebrate your care and health heroes

17 December 2021

Who will be your Highland Heroes 2022 care and health stars?


Community council concern over continuing closure of minor injuries unit at Golspie

Community council concern over continuing closure of minor injuries unit at Golspie

Community council concern over continuing closure of minor injuries unit at Golspie

17 December 2021

The unit, located at the Lawson Memorial Hospital complex in Golspie, has been shut since March 2020.


Lairg over 60s enjoy fun-filled festive party

Lairg over 60s enjoy fun-filled festive party

Lairg over 60s enjoy fun-filled festive party

16 December 2021

More than 25 local residents attended the event last Saturday - a lower number than in previous years due to the coronavirus pandemic.


Online shoppers urged to avoid overspending in run-up to Christmas

Online shoppers urged to avoid overspending in run-up to Christmas

Online shoppers urged to avoid overspending in run-up to Christmas

16 December 2021

Consumers have been issued with advice on how to avoid overspending as the busiest online shopping period before Christmas gets under way.


New project to reduce marine animal entanglement in creel-fishing gear

New project to reduce marine animal entanglement in creel-fishing gear

New project to reduce marine animal entanglement in creel-fishing gear

16 December 2021

A joint effort is under way to reduce the level of marine animal entanglement in creel-fishing gear around Scottish waters.


Ross County steward injured after Celtic fans' pitch invasion

Ross County steward injured after Celtic fans' pitch invasion

Ross County steward injured after Celtic fans' pitch invasion

16 December 2021

A Ross County official has confirmed that a stadium steward was taken to hospital after a pitch invasion by Celtic supporters in Dingwall.


Jamie Stone highlights 'joy' of panto as he tables parliamentary motion

Jamie Stone highlights 'joy' of panto as he tables parliamentary motion

Jamie Stone highlights 'joy' of panto as he tables parliamentary motion

16 December 2021

Local MP Jamie Stone has tabled a parliamentary motion celebrating pantomime and calling on the UK government to support theatres and entertainers.


Family says planned Haven Centre for Highlands will make a difference to so many lives

Family says planned Haven Centre for Highlands will make a difference to so many lives

Family says planned Haven Centre for Highlands will make a difference to so many lives

16 December 2021

A pioneering centre for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs is set to make a massive difference for Highland families.


WATCH: Early Christmas present makes an appearance at the Highland Wildlife Park

WATCH: Early Christmas present makes an appearance at the Highland Wildlife Park

WATCH: Early Christmas present makes an appearance at the Highland Wildlife Park

16 December 2021

Polar bear cub born two days ago is about a foot long and weighs roughly the same as a guinea pig


Scottish ski industry looks to start its 2021-22 season, following two winters in near hibernation due to the Covid-19 pandemic

Scottish ski industry looks to start its 2021-22 season, following two winters in near hibernation due to the Covid-19 pandemic

Scottish ski industry looks to start its 2021-22 season, following two winters in near hibernation due to the Covid-19 pandemic

16 December 2021

The Scottish ski season is ready to return with a bang this month after two lost years due to the Covid-19 pandemic


Santa to leave reindeer behind and climb aboard ESRA lifeboat for Dornoch tour

Santa to leave reindeer behind and climb aboard ESRA lifeboat for Dornoch tour

Santa to leave reindeer behind and climb aboard ESRA lifeboat for Dornoch tour

15 December 2021

Santa’s elves will have donation buckets and will be collecting in the hope of boosting ESRA’s coffers.


Bank deal could be game changer for far north, says Jamie Stone

Bank deal could be game changer for far north, says Jamie Stone

Bank deal could be game changer for far north, says Jamie Stone

15 December 2021

A ground-breaking banking deal to ensure communities across the UK have access to cash is best Christmas present, according to local MP


Highland boundary changes would damage democracy, says council leader.

Highland boundary changes would damage democracy, says council leader.

Highland boundary changes would damage democracy, says council leader.

15 December 2021

Highland Council leader writes to Boundary Commission for Scotland on planned changes to UK parliamentary constituencies


Highlands and Islands Enterprise study reveals majority of businesses remain optimistic, despite rising costs and supply issues

Highlands and Islands Enterprise study reveals majority of businesses remain optimistic, despite rising costs and supply issues

Highlands and Islands Enterprise study reveals majority of businesses remain optimistic, despite rising costs and supply issues

15 December 2021

Businesses in the Highlands and Islands continue to be challenged by increasing costs, economic uncertainty and supply chain issues


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