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Public conveniences at Dornoch closed after devastating vandal attack

Local councillor Jim McGillivray is offering a £100 reward for information leading to the identification of the vandals.

How the Highland Council proposes to solve NC500 issues

The problems posed by the Highlands’ 516-mile NC500 route are undeniably tricky – and almost everyone has very strong opinions about it.

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

As the North Coast 500 marks its 10th anniversary, our podcast discusses the issues that the popular route have brought, as well as the benefits.

Schools inspectors concerned about attainment and achievement at Kinlochbervie High School

Inspectors said that Kinlochbervie High School was in need of additional support and more time to make necessary improvements.

‘No final decision’ taken over reopening of South Bonar public toilets

The public conveniences at South Bonar have been closed since December 28 due to “significant ongoing vandalism and arson”.

New broch project hits major milestone

The first new broch in two millennia could be “the symbol of Caithness to the world”, those behind it said after lodging their planning application.

20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

Feedback over the region’s new 20mph limits is now being examined by Highland Council ahead of a vote which could make them permanent this spring.

Highland Council raises council tax by 7% as it passes £818m budget unchanged

Opposition plans for education reforms, free primary school meals and lower hikes in council tax were rejected.

Highland Council Conservatives plot budget changes to reduce council tax hike from 7% down to 3%

Details of what specifically was proposed were scant while the Greens ‘hail influence’ on securing £500k investment.

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

But senior Highland Council official Malcolm Macleod insists the local authority’s ears are open on thorny questions like VAT.

Highland Council’s £818m budget challenged with 13 opposition amendments ahead of crunch meeting

The Liberal Democrats want to place an emphasis on attainment in schools amid flagging results for north youngsters.

Highland Council is set to invest £870,000 in bid to dig thousands out of poverty

Council leader Raymond Bremner says there are 3000 not claiming pension credit and for me that is half the town of Wick’

Plans to expand Highland Council-owned bus service with £6m after D&E Coaches buyout

A further £8m will be invested in renewable energy projects that have been touted for years.

Unclaimed benefits of £70 million sparks creation of Highland poverty and equality commission

Highland Council says 3000 more people could claim pension credits and therefore get winter fuel payments.

Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

The government is seeking views on the proposed levy, which would give local authorities the power to introduce a tax on cruise ships in their area.

Super school plan: LibDems want Highland Council to consider new Inverness facility

The idea is to create a sixth form college accessible online to all pupils in the Highlands to ramp-up learning and attainment.

PICTURES: East Sutherland pupils dance the night away in schools' ceilidh competition, with Brora and Rosehall sharing overall honours

A Parents Dancing Award was introduced at the dance competition for the first time this year.

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Public conveniences at Dornoch closed after devastating vandal attack

How the Highland Council proposes to solve NC500 issues

How the Highland Council proposes to solve NC500 issues

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

Schools inspectors concerned about attainment and achievement at Kinlochbervie High School

Schools inspectors concerned about attainment and achievement at Kinlochbervie High School

‘No final decision’ taken over reopening of South Bonar public toilets

‘No final decision’ taken over reopening of South Bonar public toilets

New broch project hits major milestone

New broch project hits major milestone

20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

Highland Council raises council tax by 7% as it passes £818m budget unchanged

Highland Council raises council tax by 7% as it passes £818m budget unchanged

Highland Council Conservatives plot budget changes to reduce council tax hike from 7% down to 3%

Highland Council Conservatives plot budget changes to reduce council tax hike from 7% down to 3%

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Highland Council’s £818m budget challenged with 13 opposition amendments ahead of crunch meeting

Highland Council’s £818m budget challenged with 13 opposition amendments ahead of crunch meeting

Highland Council is set to invest £870,000 in bid to dig thousands out of poverty

Highland Council is set to invest £870,000 in bid to dig thousands out of poverty

Plans to expand Highland Council-owned bus service with £6m after D&E Coaches buyout

Plans to expand Highland Council-owned bus service with £6m after D&E Coaches buyout

Unclaimed benefits of £70 million sparks creation of Highland poverty and equality commission

Unclaimed benefits of £70 million sparks creation of Highland poverty and equality commission

Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Super school plan: LibDems want Highland Council to consider new Inverness facility

Super school plan: LibDems want Highland Council to consider new Inverness facility

PICTURES: East Sutherland pupils dance the night away in schools' ceilidh competition, with Brora and Rosehall sharing overall honours

PICTURES: East Sutherland pupils dance the night away in schools' ceilidh competition, with Brora and Rosehall sharing overall honours

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