Education

Local historian Esther Macdonald spoke to Helmsdale Primary School pupils about the impact World War II had on the community.

Councillor Michael Gregson warns when ‘Highland figures are so poor’ then ‘we need more transparency and openness’.

The Angus man says he is “delighted” with his new post at the Wester Ross school, which will officially begin in March.

The new project will include Inner Gold coaching with Paralympian Karen Darke.

Lairg Primary School has opened late or unexpectedly closed for five days in just two months due to issues with the heating.

The local authority admits that it ‘has an impact on service delivery including at school level’.

Highland Council and High Life Highland have announced the purchase of two new mobile libraries.

The new Sutherland Adventure Company SCIO is now looking for volunteers to help out during the 2025 season.

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.

Apprenticeship opportunities at Dounreay are being highlighted with a total of 23 new roles being recruited for at the former nuclear power test site.

“Kindness and respect” were found to be at the heart of a positive review of practice at a Dornoch Primary School.

The schools dancing competition will be held at Brora Primary School on Friday, Februray 21.

The Tain Royal Academy traditional music group and guests numbered some 80 musicians on stage.

The prestigious new Young Scottish Chef Ambassadors programme has been launched by Scottish Chefs to mark its 30th anniversary.

Lochview Rural Training Centre is inviting people to complete a short survey to help plan its programme.

Badcaul Primary, around a 30-mile drive from Ullapool Primary, has been mothballed since January 2022 when the school roll fell to zero.

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.

A new report is highlighting “significant employment opportunities” for the Highlands arising from a flagship pumped storage hydro project.

The Burns lunch was so successful that it is hoped to make it an annual event.

There will be an opportunity to meet the committee before formal business starts.