Human Interest

The magic of the mundane proved an inspiration for members of a local camera club when they held their latest monthly competition.

It wasn’t until his dad contracted leukemia that Neil Urquhart began donating blood regularly.

“If I had the chance to speak to the people who gave up half an hour of their time to help me, I’d love to thank them for saving my life.”

It’s the only Highland contender on a ten-strong Scottish shortlist for what have been dubbed ‘the BAFTAs of the book trade’

Our Give Blood, Save Lives campaign to boost blood donations across the north has now passed the 2000 mark.

Donors shared the love for each other and those in need of help this Valentine’s week by rolling up their sleeves to give blood together.

A mum who faced life-threatening complications after giving birth last year said the situation has brought home to her how important giving blood is.

The administration argues the rise is needed to fund maintenance, repairs, and debt.

Delighted organisers of a charity fashion show have hailed the “inspirational models” after the latest Catwalk for a Cause raised £78,000 & counting!

A member of the ambulance service says the things he deals with on a day to day basis made it impossible for him not to give blood .

A moving tribute has been paid by a prestigious industry competition to a “one in a million” journalist who passed away late last year.

Davie MacDonald has been awarded the Silver Wolf, the highest service award in Scouting.

A couple who have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for The Archie Foundation have been appointed as patrons of the charity.

Strathspey Thistle FC committee member Margaret Clark says blood donations helped her ill nephew live longer.

The Easter Ross castle is seen by millions of reality TV fans around the world. It has worked its magic on one of its well-known inhabitants.

‘It’s worth it’ – long-term donors explain why they give blood.

“I think our parents would be really proud that we followed in their footsteps and carried on the family tradition of giving blood.”

The mystery man was a former pupil of South Lodge Primary and Invergordon Academy. And he’ll be heading back to Ardross Castle for another gig soon…

‘It’s a privilege to be able to secure the future of Fyrish Gymnastics Club at Culcraggie House.’

More than 150 customers have been advised they could be without power until 10pm tonight as engineers work hard to restore supply.