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Go back in time at Fort George's historical celebration

Go back in time at Fort George's historical celebration

More than 20 centuries of history are to be brought to life at the Highland fortress of Fort George in a weekend-long celebration.


North airports record passenger surge

North airports record passenger surge

Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL) enjoyed a surge in passenger numbers during the last quarter.


Future fears for cash-hit training centre

Future fears for cash-hit training centre

LOCALS and politicians are fighting to save a vital learning centre in Kinlochbervie after it suddenly ran out of funding.


Smoo Lodge to become plush B&B

Smoo Lodge to become plush B&B

ONE of the most iconic buildings in Durness is set to change hands in the next few days and have a new lease of life as a plush B&B.


From our July 24th edition

From our July 24th edition

MUCH of Scotland’s food related produce is celebrated throughout the world. People like our salmon, our potatoes, our langoustines, mussels and…


"Ghost" police station prompts community talks

"Ghost" police station prompts community talks

POLICE are to meet concerned residents about the visible lack of officers in Brora after the local station was likened to a ghost ship.


Petition launched by 'fiercely anti SNP' woman to remove MP over Twitter troll spat is 'political'

Petition launched by 'fiercely anti SNP' woman to remove MP over Twitter troll spat is 'political'

A PETITION has been launched calling for the dismissal of local MP Paul Monaghan for his "links to and support for" a well-known Twitter troll.


Tain's treasure takes its place in world history

Tain's treasure takes its place in world history

REMEMBER A History of the World in 100 Objects, the BBC Radio 4 series presented by the British Museum’s Neil MacGregor that was such a smash hit…


French farmers attack Sutherland fish lorries

French farmers attack Sutherland fish lorries

FISH lorries from Sutherland heading to markets in France have been attacked by protesting French farmers.


Milestone year for Sutherland Show

Milestone year for Sutherland Show

SUTHERLAND Agricultural Society is celebrating a milestone anniversary this year.


Rangers knocked out of North of Scotland Cup

Rangers knocked out of North of Scotland Cup

 Brora Rangers 1, Wick Academy 1


New boss upbeat as Clyde struggle at Dudgeon Park

New boss upbeat as Clyde struggle at Dudgeon Park

BRORA Rangers were held to a goalless draw by Clyde in a competitive preseason friendly at Dudgeon Park last Saturday.


New ice-cream flavour is a world first

New ice-cream flavour is a world first

ICE-CREAM comes in many flavours but this one is a world first and hopes are high that it will become a best seller.


Business chief slams "shocking" north mobile phone coverage

Business chief slams "shocking" north mobile phone coverage

MOBILE coverage in the Highlands has been described as "downright shocking" by the head of the area’s small business organisation.


Police appeal for information on Alness fire

Police appeal for information on Alness fire

Police in Ross-shire are appealing for information following a suspected suspicious fire of straw bales near Alness.


Warning to Highland dwellers over blood sucking arachnids

Warning to Highland dwellers over blood sucking arachnids

COMPETITORS and spectators at next month’s World Orienteering Championships in the Highlands are being warned about the dangers of blood-sucking…


Lochinver singer to star in tattoo

Lochinver singer to star in tattoo

One of Scotland’s most talented young Gaelic musicians is set to take centre stage at this year’s Highland Military Tattoo.


North coast crofter appeals to dog owners after horrific sheep attack

North coast crofter appeals to dog owners after horrific sheep attack

THESE horrific pictures are not for the squeamish but a north coast farmer is keen to make them public to show irresponsible dog owners the…


New player manager for Brora Rangers

New player manager for Brora Rangers

RICHARD Brittain has been appointed player manager of Brora Rangers, it has been announced.


Go wild swimming in Sutherland

Go wild swimming in Sutherland

A SUTHERLAND beach has been named as one of the top 10 places to go wild swimming in Scotland by an online holiday agency.


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