Transport

British Transport Police responded to an incident in Easter Ross on Saturday and ScotRail has warned of the dangers of trespassing on the railway.

A Met Office yellow warning for gale-force winds in parts of the Highlands has been extended until midnight. It was originally meant to expire at 3pm.

THE Scottish Government’s decision to provide free rail travel for blind and partially sighted people and their companions has been hailed.

A former champion of Gaelic culture and language is taking up a new role to help improve public transport in the Highlands.

Ferry crossings in the Minch will be out of action until at least Monday after Storm Kathleen began battering the west coast.

The warning comes into force on Sunday amid forecasts of gales up to 60mph in many western areas of the region.

Most Ullapool-Stornoway ferry sailings were cancelled on Saturday and Sepa flood alerts have been issued as Storm Kathleen approaches.

Two ScotRail services between Inverness and Caithness will be cancelled today.

CalMac CEO, Robbie Drummond is to step down from his role, with the ferry company citing the “real challenges” faced by island communities.

Services between Inverness and Wick are being cancelled today due to a shortage of train crew.

AIDA Cruises’ arrival of the AIDAdiva in port of Invergordon today (April 3) marks the beginning of the highly-anticipated cruise liner season.

The one-week measure will be in force from tomorrow.

The price of an air fare between Wick and Aberdeen is to rise from next month due to "prevailing economic conditions."

It is unclear how long it has been closed but it was seen to be out of action last night.

The yellow weather warning comes into effect on Tuesday.

Emily Williams said winning the award was a 'lovely surprise'.

The project will see a new surface laid on the carriageway of the A9 at Inverbrora,

Plans to invest up to £60m new capital in Highland roads and infrastructure were approved at a council meeting,

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL) has invested over £4 million in energy efficient runway lighting for Inverness Airport.

Roadworks will take place on the southbound A9 between Tore roundabout and the B9161 Munlochy junction from Tuesday, 12 March.