Plans for a sauna overlooking the Moray Firth from the outskirts of Rosemarkie have sparked numerous objections in the community.
Projects to have benefited vary from community transport schemes to a land-based education provider, and a food delivery service.
John Naples-Campbell addressed staff, pupils and the wider school community at Kinlochbervie High School’s end-of-term prize-giving this week.
New figures reveal that the current annual shortfall is around £13 million.
The gathering on August 12 is focussed on ‘respecting local democracy’.
He was known for his honesty, self-effacing modesty, civic pride and business acumen.
She said: “Let’s make sure that swimming is still part of the community story, now and from the generations to come.”
A major offshore wind farm that will connect to the electricity grid in Caithness has gained consent to develop up to 125 turbines off the north coast
Overflowing bins and littering at Highland beauty spots has sparked the roll out of additional waste facilities at numerous tourist hotspots.
Tim Kirkwood, chief executive of WildLand Ltd, said it was hoped to start work next year and have the facility open in 2027.