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Scottish Labour election hopeful throws hat in ring for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross constituency

Labour have announced their General Election candidate for the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross constituency.

Good progress made on building ‘floating’ road to Sutherland Spaceport site

More than 600 metres of road have now been installed along with the first bridge.

Aurora hopes high amid forecast Northern Lights could be visible anywhere in UK

Aurora hunters look set for a treat after intense solar activity increased the chances that the Northern Lights will be visible ANYWHERE in the UK.

What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

From festivals to community markets and workshops, there is always something to do in Sutherland.

‘Phenomenal demand’ for power as Dingwall Mart reveals latest prices

There was a strong demand for power and shortages witnessed across various types.

Could this be Scotland’s Home of the Year?

Earth House in Inverness-shire is in running for the title in popular BBC TV series

Line up for Eden Court’s summer festival Under Canvas is revealed

A popular festival is returning to Inverness this summer with two months of live music, DJ sets and special events.

Who is Kate Forbes, the Highland girl who grew up to be Scotland's new Deputy First Minister?

She is now surely the most influential political voice to emerge from the Highlands in a generation. But just who is Kate Forbes?

Royal visit for Golspie: Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to tour harbour and seafront area

The royal visit is an open event and members of the public are invited to take part and enjoy the occasion.

Tributes paid to Highlands woman killed in crash on A9 at Slochd blackspot

New First Minister to be pressed at Holyrood to bring dualling timetable forward

Venture North’s Talking Tourism webinars attract record numbers

Record numbers from Caithness and Sutherland took part in the 2023/24 Talking Tourism webinar series, with seven sessions from September to April.

Fascinating new exhibitions unveiled as Dornoch museum Historylinks opens for summer season

One of the standout exhibits is the historic charter, granted by King Charles I, that officially made Dornoch into a Royal Burgh.

American billionaire’s yacht sails into Ullapool ahead of boat festival

Billionaire media baron’s superyacht sails into Ullapool ahead of the launch of a brand-new festival for boat enthusiasts.

NICKY MARR: Is there a cure for an empty nest?

Moving onto new pastures

Port of Cromarty Firth appoints new chief executive

The Port of Cromarty Firth (PoCF) has named business leader Alex Campbell as their new chief executive.

Kate Forbes appointed as new deputy First Minister

Kate Forbes has been appointed Deputy First Minister by John Swinney, it has been announced.

PICTURES: Daring gyrocopter bid to cross Atlantic heads out from Wick airport

Two French aviators touched down at Wick airport as part of their daring, record-breaking bid to cross the Atlantic in a small gyrocopter.

SSE fund enables ‘progressive’ link-up between Sutherland football team and Easter Ross sports clinic

Players at Sutherland Women’s football club will benefit from the opportunity to receive sports therapy treatments throughout the current season.

Dornoch will ‘come back stronger’ says club captain after loss at Fort Augustus

Dornoch fell short at Fort Augustus by 23 runs.

Adventure-loving fundraisers could grab a share of grant cash

INDIVIDUALS who are passionate about both adventure and fundraising could benefit from a GiveStar Adventure for Good grant.