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MSP hopeful urges Highland Council to halt ‘damaging’ motorhome pass scheme

LibDem candidate David Green fears the council is ‘effectively driving business away’ from local operators.

‘I could never have imagined it’ – Loth Burn footbridge opens up John O’Groats Trail to more walkers

A £90k footbridge has been opened across a wide burn on the John O’Groats Trail. John Davidson went along to hear about the impact of the new crossing

Samantha Kane slashes asking price for Carbisdale Castle as ‘iconic’ property returns to market

Carbisdale Castle was returned to the market today — but at a much reduced asking price.

How much did your MP spend on expenses in their first nine months in office?

The recent figures show how much was spent by each new Westminster representative since the general election.

Walker in distress rescued from shores of west Highland sea loch

A walker in distress was rescued by lifeboat and coastguard personnel today at the mouth of a west Highland sea loch.

Sutherland councillor’s motion offers hope for survival of Edderton Primary School earmarked for mothballing by Highland Council

Edderton Primary School, which has seen numbers dwindle to just two expected pupils for next year’s term, had been earmarked for closure.

Highland Council announce new partnership with charity Thriving Families to ensure ‘continuity in provision’ of autism information services for Highland parents

Highland Council say information services for parents of children with autism will continue as part of a new project.

Views sought from public on NC500 community-owned pub venture

The first steps have been taken by Sinclair’s Bay Trust towards potential community ownership of the Village Inn on the NC500 at Keiss in Caithness.

Sutherland-wide search for inspiring young citizen to win clan prize

Nominations are being invited for the 2025 Clan Sutherland Young Citizen of the Year Award.

Homeless at Helmsdale – elderly Caithness traveller lives in van after claiming his house was under attack

A Caithness man from a traveller background has made himself homeless after claiming he suffered months of harassment at his Thurso house.

Brora Rangers prepare to face East Kilbride in play-off semi final

Semi final first leg on Saturday.

5000 thank yous! Campaign to boost blood donations in the north helps up to 15,000 people

Last November we launched our Give Blood, Save Lives campaign to bring in 5000 blood donations across the Highlands and Moray by Easter.

We can’t stand by and let oil and gas skills go to waste, says north MP

Jamie Stone described North Sea oil and gas workers as “immensely valuable” to the UK and insisted their skills must not be allowed to go to waste.

Club benefactor pays tribute to manager as Brora Rangers win historic treble

Manager praised for his impact on club this season.

From historic cars to holiday memories as Halkirk centre opens for season

Summer holiday mementoes and plastic suits created for the nuclear industry are among the exhibits at Halkirk Heritage and Vintage Motor Centre.

Embo coach asks for ‘more of the same’ ahead of Stafford Cup clash with Helmsdale

Embo assistant Leigh Mcaffer has championed the club’s inclusion of young players.

‘Giving back is really important’: Highland firm is latest to give blood together

A team of staff from a firm with branches throughout the Highlands has become the latest to organise a corporate blood donation.

Highland MSP Rhoda Grant ‘appalled’ by Sutherland care at home level of service in wake of Care Inspectorate probe

Labour MSP Rhoda Grant is calling for ‘more respect’ for local care providers.

Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

A group of Highland secondary pupils will get a first-hand look at the variety of opportunities that the salmon farming sector offers.

Family affair for singer-songwriter Grace Morton after ‘warm welcome’ at Doll Community Hall

It was a family affair for singer-songwriter Grace Morton at Doll Community Hall in Brora.