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LOOKING BACK: North-west Sutherland pupils enjoy adventure trip

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Members unanimously wave through a move to consult on a new region-wide policy.

Double-gold National Mòd medallist appointed as new Fèisean nan Gàidheal chief executive

Inverness-based Gaelic arts organisation Fèisean nan Gàidheal has appointed a double-gold winner at the National Mòd as its new chief executive.

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Councillors want a full consultation with pupils, parents, teachers and staff to support head teachers.

Highland Council urge Tain community to have say as future of TRACC — and town’s only swimming pool — hangs in the balance

Five options have been put forward to consider regarding the future of TRACC in Tain.

VE Day 80: Special gift for veterans from Brora pupils at Clyne Parish War Memorial ceremony

Pupils from Brora Primary School’s P5/6 class had made posters to present to the veterans.

New Caithness and north Sutherland scheme to help boost graduate jobs

A new pilot scheme aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises across the far north attract and retain graduate talent has launched.

Highland youngsters offered chance to give Flora MacDonald’s pup their forever name in Inverness Castle contest.

It is the most faithful of Border Collies, having stood gazing patiently upwards at its owner with one paw raised since the late 19th century.

Highland schools’ unisex toilets under ‘priority’ review

It is understood Alness Academy, Wick High, Inverness Royal Academy and Charleston Academy have gender neutral toilets.

Two Highland secondary schools make top 3 of ‘most improved’ in Scotland

Two Highland secondary schools were among the most improved in ranking across Scotland, according to a list published by The Times today.

Sutherland councillor’s motion offers hope for survival of Edderton Primary School earmarked for mothballing by Highland Council

Edderton Primary School, which has seen numbers dwindle to just two expected pupils for next year’s term, had been earmarked for closure.

Sutherland-wide search for inspiring young citizen to win clan prize

Nominations are being invited for the 2025 Clan Sutherland Young Citizen of the Year Award.

Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

A group of Highland secondary pupils will get a first-hand look at the variety of opportunities that the salmon farming sector offers.

Ullapool Sea Savers say funding boost will ‘make a huge difference’

Ullapool eco-champions have been awarded funding to continue their marine conservation and education work.

Bonar Bridge coffee morning gives £440 boost to project supporting schools on Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

The Ometepe Project provides uniforms and educational materials and equipment for eight schools on Ometepe Island.

LOOKING BACK: Durness pupils’ Gaelic concert

From the picture archive of the Northern Times.

PICTURES: Dornoch’s new Historylinks Heritage Hub a ‘tremendous addition’ to the town

Viscount Thurso officially opened the £641,000 extension to Historylinks yesterday.

EDUCATION

LOOKING BACK: North-west Sutherland pupils enjoy adventure trip

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Double-gold National Mòd medallist appointed as new Fèisean nan Gàidheal chief executive

Double-gold National Mòd medallist appointed as new Fèisean nan Gàidheal chief executive

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Highland Council urge Tain community to have say as future of TRACC — and town’s only swimming pool — hangs in the balance

Highland Council urge Tain community to have say as future of TRACC — and town’s only swimming pool — hangs in the balance

VE Day 80: Special gift for veterans from Brora pupils at Clyne Parish War Memorial ceremony

VE Day 80: Special gift for veterans from Brora pupils at Clyne Parish War Memorial ceremony

New Caithness and north Sutherland scheme to help boost graduate jobs

New Caithness and north Sutherland scheme to help boost graduate jobs

Highland youngsters offered chance to give Flora MacDonald’s pup their forever name in Inverness Castle contest.

Highland youngsters offered chance to give Flora MacDonald’s pup their forever name in Inverness Castle contest.

Highland schools’ unisex toilets under ‘priority’ review

Highland schools’ unisex toilets under ‘priority’ review

Two Highland secondary schools make top 3 of ‘most improved’ in Scotland

Two Highland secondary schools make top 3 of ‘most improved’ in Scotland

Sutherland councillor’s motion offers hope for survival of Edderton Primary School earmarked for mothballing by Highland Council

Sutherland councillor’s motion offers hope for survival of Edderton Primary School earmarked for mothballing by Highland Council

Sutherland-wide search for inspiring young citizen to win clan prize

Sutherland-wide search for inspiring young citizen to win clan prize

Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

Ullapool Sea Savers say funding boost will ‘make a huge difference’

Ullapool Sea Savers say funding boost will ‘make a huge difference’

Bonar Bridge coffee morning gives £440 boost to project supporting schools on Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

Bonar Bridge coffee morning gives £440 boost to project supporting schools on Ometepe Island, Nicaragua

LOOKING BACK: Durness pupils’ Gaelic concert

LOOKING BACK: Durness pupils’ Gaelic concert

PICTURES: Dornoch’s new Historylinks Heritage Hub a ‘tremendous addition’ to the town

PICTURES: Dornoch’s new Historylinks Heritage Hub a ‘tremendous addition’ to the town

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