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‘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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

‘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 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.

LGBTQ+ community plan protest in Highland capital

The action comes in response to a Supreme Court decision last week ruling that trans women are not considered women in law.

PICTURES: Organisers of Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle ‘overwhelmed’ by turnout for 13th annual event

Organisers of the 13th annual memorial cycle and walk in honour of Marty Mackay were left “absolutely overwhelmed”.

Dornoch food and drink markets set to ‘come to life’ this weekend with special launch event

Dornoch’s food and drink markets will be launched on Saturday.

‘If single malt whisky made a noise, it would sound like this’ - Folk duo celebrate launch of new album with concert at Rosehall

Rosehall hosts ‘Birl-Esque’ - a night with “dazzling duo” Eilidh Shaw and Ross Martin this weekend.

Tributes flood in for ‘forever-loved’ Tain teenager Liam Cowie (17)

Tributes have been shared following the death of a 17-year-old former Tain Royal Academy pupil, described as a “quiet and gentle young man”.

UHI lecturer to host Battle of Carbisdale talk at Culrain Hall

A lecture marking one of Sutherland’s most significant battles will take place this weekend at Culrain Hall.

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

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

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

Walker in distress rescued from shores of west Highland sea loch

Walker in distress rescued from shores of west Highland sea loch

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

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

Views sought from public on NC500 community-owned pub venture

Views sought from public on NC500 community-owned pub venture

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LGBTQ+ community plan protest in Highland capital

LGBTQ+ community plan protest in Highland capital

PICTURES: Organisers of Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle ‘overwhelmed’ by turnout for 13th annual event

PICTURES: Organisers of Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle ‘overwhelmed’ by turnout for 13th annual event

Dornoch food and drink markets set to ‘come to life’ this weekend with special launch event

Dornoch food and drink markets set to ‘come to life’ this weekend with special launch event

‘If single malt whisky made a noise, it would sound like this’ - Folk duo celebrate launch of new album with concert at Rosehall

‘If single malt whisky made a noise, it would sound like this’ - Folk duo celebrate launch of new album with concert at Rosehall

Tributes flood in for ‘forever-loved’ Tain teenager Liam Cowie (17)

Tributes flood in for ‘forever-loved’ Tain teenager Liam Cowie (17)

UHI lecturer to host Battle of Carbisdale talk at Culrain Hall

UHI lecturer to host Battle of Carbisdale talk at Culrain Hall

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