Home   News   Environment

Environment




Sweet success for Sutherland beekeeper with honey vinegar win

Sweet success for Sutherland beekeeper with honey vinegar win

Sweet success for Sutherland beekeeper with honey vinegar win

An Talmine beekeeper’s honey vinegar won a Blue Ribbon award for most outstanding exhibit at the Scottish National Honey Show.


Volunteers brave the drizzle to keep Carbisdale Forest paths clear

Volunteers brave the drizzle to keep Carbisdale Forest paths clear

Volunteers brave the drizzle to keep Carbisdale Forest paths clear

Culrain Hall Management Committee organised the path clearance day when brushcutters were used for the first time.


Mixed weather fails to dampen Melvich Sheepdog Trials

Mixed weather fails to dampen Melvich Sheepdog Trials

Mixed weather fails to dampen Melvich Sheepdog Trials

There were some fine displays of teamwork between handlers and their dogs. Michael Findlay of Melvich took first place with his dog, Fred.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Hollywood celebrities, 80s pop sensations and local artists celebrate launch of ‘Langwell’ book at Berriedale

PICTURE SPECIAL: Hollywood celebrities, 80s pop sensations and local artists celebrate launch of ‘Langwell’ book at Berriedale

PICTURE SPECIAL: Hollywood celebrities, 80s pop sensations and local artists celebrate launch of ‘Langwell’ book at Berriedale

The village of Berriedale played host to the great and the good, along with a few celebrities, for the launch of a book on the Langwell Estate.


Council says it’s only a ‘consultee’ and urges public not to swamp it with objections over Spittal-Beauly mega power line plan

Council says it’s only a ‘consultee’ and urges public not to swamp it with objections over Spittal-Beauly mega power line plan

Council says it’s only a ‘consultee’ and urges public not to swamp it with objections over Spittal-Beauly mega power line plan

Highland Council released a statement to highlight its role as a ‘consultee’ in the controversial Spittal to Beauly power line proposal.


PICTURES: 6-foot shark found ‘washed up’ at Wick North Head

PICTURES: 6-foot shark found ‘washed up’ at Wick North Head

PICTURES: 6-foot shark found ‘washed up’ at Wick North Head

The stranded animal, which was deceased when discovered, has been reported to marine authorities.


Ullapool teenager’s life-changing Cyprus turtle trip was ‘life-long dream’ come true

Ullapool teenager’s life-changing Cyprus turtle trip was ‘life-long dream’ come true

Ullapool teenager’s life-changing Cyprus turtle trip was ‘life-long dream’ come true

Ullapool teenager Arwen Horsburgh shares her experience of volunteering at the Sea Turtle Research and Conservation Project in Cyprus over the summer.


Community council calls public meeting over controversial Kinlochbervie wind farm proposal

Community council calls public meeting over controversial Kinlochbervie wind farm proposal

Community council calls public meeting over controversial Kinlochbervie wind farm proposal

Residents of north-west Sutherland urged to have theirs say over the impact of planned turbines on the landscape and economy.


Endangered seagull caught in fishing hook saved after rescue mission

Endangered seagull caught in fishing hook saved after rescue mission

Endangered seagull caught in fishing hook saved after rescue mission

An endangered Golspie bird tangled in a fishing hook and wire has been saved, after a mercy-mission from a skilled wildlife rescue team and vets.


Assynt Mountain Rescue Team encounters rare optical phenomenon during training

Assynt Mountain Rescue Team encounters rare optical phenomenon during training

Assynt Mountain Rescue Team encounters rare optical phenomenon during training

A rare Broken Spectre appeared during a new recruit taster session on a north-west Sutherland peak.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More