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Digging into the past on ice age features on Highland walk

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: From erratic boulders to kettle hole lochans, John Davidson explores the glacial deposits left behind in Strathnairn on a forest walk

It is easy for religion to become a system of thought and morality rather than a relationship with Mystery

There is a longing for God’s loveliness, and an awakening which the longing brings with it, says our Christian Viewpoint columnist.

Barn owls have made their way to the far north – but still need help

Making Space for Nature by Andy Summers: The barn owl is one of the most iconic and hauntingly beautiful birds of the British countryside.

Tips to help families avoid ‘pester power’ and overspending at Christmas

How to manage kids’ expectations and find affordable ways to have fun as the festive season draws nearer.

YOUR VIEWS: The ‘heartbreaking scars of industrialisation’ and making nature conservation a priority

Letters to the Northern Times

FROM THE ARCHIVES: The circus comes to Bettyhill, and the puzzle of the missing ferrets

Extracts from the Sutherland Constabulary Occurrence Books held at the Highland Archive Centre.

Through the Chalamain Gap on Cairngorms trail run

John Davidson headed to the Cairngorms - before the recent snowfall struck - to complete a long circuit on the excellent trails into the Lairig Ghru

Positives remain among hospitality challenges in Caithness and Sutherland

Trudy Morris, of Caithness Chamber of Commerce, considers the impact of recent announcements on the businesses that help define the far north

Double success for Martin Ross as East Sutherland snappers tackle ‘floral’ themes in November competition

East Sutherland Camera Club members were set the task of tackling floral themes in colour and monochrome.

MFR shock decision: Is this the death of local radio?

Former presenter asks: What’s more relevant to a local community than local voices, local issues, and local news?

NHS HIGHLAND: We can do a lot to protect our health (and cars) in winter

Our columnist says an MOT for our health could be something to think about.

Which of the Seven Deadly Sins are we? Could it be all of them?

Our Christian Viewpoint columnist saw a show which could be viewed as a catalyst for community awakening.

MARK GILBERT: Have all the tourists and campervans gone yet?

Have we got our roads back? Not quite, but the last week has been markedly quieter on the roads.

Door knocking in Wick set me up for a life in politics

Jamie’s Journal by Jamie Stone

Skye views add drama to autumn forest walk

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson heads west to explore a wonderful woodland walk that offers a glimpse to the dramatic Cuillin mountains

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

MAKING SPACE FOR NATURE: High Life Highland’s countryside rangers are helping Ullapool group who rehomed rescued hedgehog

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

MAKING SPACE FOR NATURE: High Life Highland’s countryside rangers are helping Ullapool group who rehomed rescued hedgehog

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Digging into the past on ice age features on Highland walk

It is easy for religion to become a system of thought and morality rather than a relationship with Mystery

It is easy for religion to become a system of thought and morality rather than a relationship with Mystery

Barn owls have made their way to the far north – but still need help

Barn owls have made their way to the far north – but still need help

Tips to help families avoid ‘pester power’ and overspending at Christmas

Tips to help families avoid ‘pester power’ and overspending at Christmas

YOUR VIEWS: The ‘heartbreaking scars of industrialisation’ and making nature conservation a priority

YOUR VIEWS: The ‘heartbreaking scars of industrialisation’ and making nature conservation a priority

FROM THE ARCHIVES: The circus comes to Bettyhill, and the puzzle of the missing ferrets

FROM THE ARCHIVES: The circus comes to Bettyhill, and the puzzle of the missing ferrets

Through the Chalamain Gap on Cairngorms trail run

Through the Chalamain Gap on Cairngorms trail run

Positives remain among hospitality challenges in Caithness and Sutherland

Positives remain among hospitality challenges in Caithness and Sutherland

Double success for Martin Ross as East Sutherland snappers tackle ‘floral’ themes in November competition

Double success for Martin Ross as East Sutherland snappers tackle ‘floral’ themes in November competition

MFR shock decision: Is this the death of local radio?

MFR shock decision: Is this the death of local radio?

NHS HIGHLAND: We can do a lot to protect our health (and cars) in winter

NHS HIGHLAND: We can do a lot to protect our health (and cars) in winter

Which of the Seven Deadly Sins are we? Could it be all of them?

Which of the Seven Deadly Sins are we? Could it be all of them?

MARK GILBERT: Have all the tourists and campervans gone yet?

MARK GILBERT: Have all the tourists and campervans gone yet?

Door knocking in Wick set me up for a life in politics

Door knocking in Wick set me up for a life in politics

Skye views add drama to autumn forest walk

Skye views add drama to autumn forest walk

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

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