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Disgruntled dog walkers and other leisure users of Dornoch Airfield attended a fiery meeting of Dornoch Community Council last week.

The much-loved father, son and husband was last seen alive in Sutherland three years ago and his disappearance sparked a determined search effort.

Tain Gala starts on Wednesday, July 2, with a 10k and fun run.

The plans to establish a spaceport in north Sutherland remain very much live, according to Highlands and Islands Enterprise.

The move follows recommendations by the Scottish Local Authorities Remuneration Committee.

Tain’s duthac Centre was a riot of colours last week, the most important being green.

A junior writing contest has been launched by the newly formed Caithness and Sutherland Literary Association, open to anyone aged 12 or under.

The petition has so far amassed over 1500 signatures.

The news comes just months after owner Bauer Media axed the final show still broadcast from the site - Jodie at Breakfast.

The Inverness Castle Experience has made another announcement ahead of its opening later this year.

The full council is being asked to approve the ban when it meets on Thursday.

‘Routemap’ shows the way against climate change says rural affairs secretary

A year on from an £180,000 funding award, North Highland Cancer Information and Support Centre offers an expanded range of services in the far north.

The annual vintage and classic rally at John O’Groats will be enhanced by a collaboration between two like-minded clubs for the second year in a row.

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.

The Kinlochbervie Millennium Cake is to go on display; and Brora Wool Mill is losing workers to the oil industry at Nigg.

Federica Stefani shares her story of being a furloughed reporter during lockdown.

Gaelic singer and presenter Joy Dunlop led the way as Melvich Primary and Early Learning Centre celebrated World Gaelic Week 2025.

‘Post Offices successfully operate in a wide range of shops including phone shops, vape stores, newsagents and convenience stores.’

Mini roundabout will also be put in place on safety grounds with 30mph limit