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‘It felt sad not to do something to mark the opening’: Locals gather for toast to River Helmsdale after official opening ceremony cancelled

The opening day of the River Helmsdale last Saturday was the coldest start to a season in a long time.

Two firsts for the River Naver! - Maisie (14) beomes first female and youngest person to make ceremonial cast on opening day

The opening ceremony on the River Naver was held yesterday.

New vaccine delivery system deemed 'not fit for purpose' as uptake in the Highlands drops

Calls to bring back vaccinations to GPs after Highland experiences ‘concerning’ drop in uptake

A9 dualling campaigner ‘absolutely appalled’ by Transport Scotland’s response to Scottish Parliament inquiry

Laura Hansler says ‘it’s just beyond disgusting’ before adding ‘this has given the public no assurances, no reassurances’.

Keeping it in the family - twins join dad as blood donors

Twin teenagers and their father made it a family affair when they gave blood just after the turn of the year.

Overwhelming support from Dornoch Firth congregation for appointment of Rev Carol Anne Porter as permanent minister

The congregation voted 111:5 in favour of Rev Carol Ann Porter after she preached as sole nominee at a service in Dornoch Cathedral on Sunday.

PICTURES: Do you recognise these beautiful Highland locations from above?

Stunning aerial views of breath-taking Highland landscapes are set to wow visitors to Fort George.

£345,000 Premium Bonds prize draw windfall for Highland residents

The winners of the latest Premium Bonds prize draw have been announced - with 30 winners in the Highlands and Islands scooping £345,000 between them.

Golspie Action Flood Group to hold community engagement session tonight

The purpose of the meeting is to update local people on the flood group’s progress and set out its goals for 2025.

SEPA issue flood warnings for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel amid alerts across Highlands of snow melt and forecast rain

Flood warnings are in place for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel.

Only TWO Highland dog fouling fines issued since 2021

ONLY two fines for dog fouling have been issued since 2021 in the Highlands, prompting local politicians to call out “lazy and selfish” pet owners.

COLUMN: Highland Council’s financial plan is anything but sound

Highland Council currently has a total debt of £1.277 billion and this costs £93.3 million per year in loan charges.

WATCH: South Uist cyclist becomes British champion with victory at Strathpuffer

She wins title at the first attempt.

WATCH: Inverness cyclist battles through snow to become British champion at Strathpuffer

He cycled over 24 hours in sub zero temperatures to win national title.

ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: Counting the cost of progress at Ardverikie

John Davidson speaks out against plans for a massive pumped storage hydro electric scheme in the Central Highlands

Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

The Highland Shortbread Showdown is back for its third edition in 2025, with businesses encouraged to enter their best bakes.

Bettyhill driver ‘panicked’ after Castletown car park collision

A Sutherland woman who drove away after an accident she caused was fined £200 at Wick Sheriff Court.

Work on A9 near Tore sparks BEAR Scotland warning of significant disruption with north and south lane closures

The agency also issued a warning that starting early next month there will be further disruption south of Drumochter.

Is religious faith one pathway among many constructive or destructive routes to higher levels of experience?

Our columnist says the key question is this: During ‘transcendental’ experiences, what are we connecting with?

LOOKING BACK: Nativity play at Lairg Primary School

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.