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New national park in Highlands needs a 'huge community effort'

25 October 2023
New national park in Highlands needs a 'huge community effort'

New national park in Highlands needs a 'huge community effort'

25 October 2023

The Highlands has an opportunity to become “Scotland’s true gateway to nature” as an appeal has gone out to nominate Scotland's next national park.


Three weeks of road works on A9 at Golspie as ‘buffer’ zones installed ahead of 20mph limit

25 October 2023
Three weeks of road works on A9 at Golspie as ‘buffer’ zones installed ahead of 20mph limit

Three weeks of road works on A9 at Golspie as ‘buffer’ zones installed ahead of 20mph limit

25 October 2023

Road works to install lower speed limits through Golspie will be in place for three weeks, starting from Monday.


Top prize for Wick farmer at Dingwall Marts annual ram show and sale

23 October 2023
Top prize for Wick farmer at Dingwall Marts annual ram show and sale

Top prize for Wick farmer at Dingwall Marts annual ram show and sale

23 October 2023

A Wick farmer has taken the top prize at the annual show and sale of North Country Cheviot hill rams at Dingwall.


Be inspired to walk Scotland’s long-distance trails

23 October 2023
Be inspired to walk Scotland’s long-distance trails

Be inspired to walk Scotland’s long-distance trails

23 October 2023

John Davidson reviews Great Scottish Walks, a new book by Helen and Paul Webster of Walkhighlands.


Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

17 October 2023
Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

17 October 2023

A man has died in a crash on the A9 at the Causewaymire, police confirmed on Tuesday.


Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

16 October 2023
Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

16 October 2023

Guillemot and razorbill deaths on the north coast and Northern Isles are among the concerns of Scotland's nature agency.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

13 October 2023
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

13 October 2023

John Davidson joins Ben MacGregor for a short paddle down the east coast of Caithness as the pair enjoy ideal conditions for exploring the shore


Nearby homes to be outside of Dounreay emergency zone for first time

07 October 2023
Nearby homes to be outside of Dounreay emergency zone for first time

Nearby homes to be outside of Dounreay emergency zone for first time

07 October 2023

Residents closest to Dounreay and Vulcan are for the first time to be excluded from the emergency planning zone around the redundant nuclear sites.


'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for far north animal centre

07 October 2023
'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for far north animal centre

'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for far north animal centre

07 October 2023

The battle to save the animal rescue and rehoming centre at Balmore is far from over despite its imminent closure, campaigners vowed this week.


Bearded Collies in Lairg to feature in BBC’s Landward

06 October 2023
Bearded Collies in Lairg to feature in BBC’s Landward

Bearded Collies in Lairg to feature in BBC’s Landward

06 October 2023

Lairg features in the latest episode of the BBC’s Landward television programme, which is celebrating the role dogs play in Scotland’s countryside.


Lady Bathurst completes Land's End to John O'Groats cycle ride after near miss

04 October 2023
Lady Bathurst completes Land's End to John O'Groats cycle ride after near miss

Lady Bathurst completes Land's End to John O'Groats cycle ride after near miss

04 October 2023

An aristocrat has cycled more than 1000 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats to raise money for retired service animals.


'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

04 October 2023
'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

04 October 2023

Quoybrae, Aberdeen & Northern Marts on Monday, October 2 sold 4375 prime, breeding, store and feeding sheep.


Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Golspie

02 October 2023
Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Golspie

Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Golspie

02 October 2023

Animal lovers in Caithness and Sutherland are being asked to donate pet food as a charity’s stocks are running low.


Lego gifts for retiring Wick-based education leader who built a firm foundation in far north

28 September 2023
Lego gifts for retiring Wick-based education leader who built a firm foundation in far north

Lego gifts for retiring Wick-based education leader who built a firm foundation in far north

28 September 2023

A Wick-based education leader who used Lego to help young people’s development has got plenty to keep him busy in his retirement...


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ousdale Broch path is like stepping back in time

27 September 2023
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ousdale Broch path is like stepping back in time

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Ousdale Broch path is like stepping back in time

27 September 2023

John Davidson explores the short walk to Caithness’s best-preserved Iron Age broch just north of the Ord


North-west reporter becomes an award-winner – at just 17

25 September 2023
North-west reporter becomes an award-winner – at just 17

North-west reporter becomes an award-winner – at just 17

25 September 2023

A young Highland journalist has won a national award for highlighting the plight of displaced care home residents in her home town of Ullapool.


Check for deer stalking advice and help reduce overgrazing in Highlands

22 September 2023
Check for deer stalking advice and help reduce overgrazing in Highlands

Check for deer stalking advice and help reduce overgrazing in Highlands

22 September 2023

Hill walkers and others who access the mountains across the Highlands are being asked to check for deer stalking activity during a key period.


Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

21 September 2023
Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

21 September 2023

A north coast shopkeeper who served the community his whole life has been given a well-deserved send-off after his retirement earlier this year.


Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

20 September 2023
Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

20 September 2023

Parents have been told that schools will be closed to pupils for three days next week as non-teaching staff take strike action over pay.


Don’t miss – Doors Open Days in Caithness and Sutherland

16 September 2023
Don’t miss – Doors Open Days in Caithness and Sutherland

Don’t miss – Doors Open Days in Caithness and Sutherland

16 September 2023

Venues across Caithness and Sutherland will open their doors this weekend to give the public a chance to experience the area’s heritage.


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