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Highland communities 'under siege' over 400kV power line plans

08 October 2023
Highland communities 'under siege' over 400kV power line plans

Highland communities 'under siege' over 400kV power line plans

08 October 2023

Rural communities feel "under siege" over the plans for a major power line and new substations in the Highlands, campaigners have warned.


North fiddler Karen set for October tour after launch of brain bleed book

28 September 2023
North fiddler Karen set for October tour after launch of brain bleed book

North fiddler Karen set for October tour after launch of brain bleed book

28 September 2023

Fiddler Karen Steven is preparing for an October tour that will include appearances in Aberdeen and Inverness as well as Caithness and Sutherland.


Manager angry after 'abysmal' Clachnacuddin performance in Highland League match

17 August 2023
Manager angry after 'abysmal' Clachnacuddin performance in Highland League match

Manager angry after 'abysmal' Clachnacuddin performance in Highland League match

17 August 2023

Lilywhites boss says performance was not acceptable.


Manager hails impact of veteran striker who scores winner in Highland League Cup clash

13 August 2023
Manager hails impact of veteran striker who scores winner in Highland League Cup clash

Manager hails impact of veteran striker who scores winner in Highland League Cup clash

13 August 2023

Single goal enough to decide tie.


'He was a one-off': Tributes paid to former journalist and councillor Bill Mowat

08 August 2023
'He was a one-off': Tributes paid to former journalist and councillor Bill Mowat

'He was a one-off': Tributes paid to former journalist and councillor Bill Mowat

08 August 2023

Tributes have been paid to former Highland journalist and councillor Bill Mowat following his death at the age of 80.


I am a survivor: Highland fiddler's book tells of her recovery from burst aneurysm

25 June 2023
I am a survivor: Highland fiddler's book tells of her recovery from burst aneurysm

I am a survivor: Highland fiddler's book tells of her recovery from burst aneurysm

25 June 2023

Fiddler Karen Steven has revealed how it took years to regain her love of playing and teaching music after she survived a bleed on the brain.


Grant fund available to community groups ahead of Highlands and Islands Climate Festival

18 May 2023
Grant fund available to community groups ahead of Highlands and Islands Climate Festival

Grant fund available to community groups ahead of Highlands and Islands Climate Festival

18 May 2023

A small grant fund is available to community groups from across the region that are keen to be part of the Highlands and Islands Climate Festival.


Highland MP calls for public inquiry into controversial Beauly to Caithness powerline plans

04 May 2023
Highland MP calls for public inquiry into controversial Beauly to Caithness powerline plans

Highland MP calls for public inquiry into controversial Beauly to Caithness powerline plans

04 May 2023

A Highland MP is calling for a public inquiry into the controversial plans for an overhead power line between Beauly and Caithness.


Highland actor Sean MacGregor eager to take on more Shakespearean roles

03 May 2023
Highland actor Sean MacGregor eager to take on more Shakespearean roles

Highland actor Sean MacGregor eager to take on more Shakespearean roles

03 May 2023

Sean MacGregor says he would relish the opportunity to take on further Shakespearean roles after appearing in two plays in Stratford-upon-Avon.


It's a relief to get to the end, says Sara after brain tumour fundraising trek

12 April 2023
It's a relief to get to the end, says Sara after brain tumour fundraising trek

It's a relief to get to the end, says Sara after brain tumour fundraising trek

12 April 2023

A runner who has defied the odds after a brain tumour diagnosis said "relief" was her overriding emotion as she completed a tough end-to-end journey.


Sir Keir Starmer hails 'incredible opportunity' as he sets out Labour renewable energy plans on visit to Highlands

24 March 2023
Sir Keir Starmer hails 'incredible opportunity' as he sets out Labour renewable energy plans on visit to Highlands

Sir Keir Starmer hails 'incredible opportunity' as he sets out Labour renewable energy plans on visit to Highlands

24 March 2023

Sir Keir Starmer was struck by the sense of pride among the Beatrice offshore wind farm workforce as he set out Labour's renewable energy ambitions.


Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

24 February 2023
Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

24 February 2023

Simon Lamb gives an insight into his debut collection of poetry, A Passing On of Shells – consisting of 50 poems, each written in exactly 50 words.


Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

15 January 2023
Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

15 January 2023

Brandon McPhee says he is offering "something out of the norm" with his latest single release as he gears up for a busy spell on the road next month.


Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

15 January 2023
Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

15 January 2023

Community groups and individuals are being urged to play their part in tackling Scotland’s “litter emergency” this spring.


Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

12 January 2023
Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

12 January 2023

Prince Harry has revealed how he "serenaded" Caithness seals – and concluded that his wife Meghan must have magic powers when the animals sang back.


Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022
Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022

Health professionals in the Highlands are seeing an "exceptionally large" rise in cases of flu, leading to increased pressure on hospitals.


Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

16 December 2022
Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

16 December 2022

There will be a pitch inspection at New Douglas Park at 7.45am on Saturday ahead of Caley Thistle's cinch Championship match against Hamilton Accies.


Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

17 September 2022
Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

17 September 2022

As the legendary TV quiz reaches its half-century, Wick glass artist Denis Mann gives an insight into his unique, ongoing contribution to Mastermind.


Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

25 August 2022
Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

25 August 2022

Five defeats in six league games for Inverness outfit.


Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

20 June 2022
Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

20 June 2022

More people are embracing the benefits of walking and spending time outdoors as a result of their experiences during Covid, research has confirmed.


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