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PICTURES: Nairn photographer’s series captures effects of climate change on Scotland’s ski centres

PICTURES: Nairn photographer’s series captures effects of climate change on Scotland’s ski centres

PICTURES: Nairn photographer’s series captures effects of climate change on Scotland’s ski centres

25 December 2024

The sight of snow-free mountains inspired a Nairn photographer to explore what climate change is doing to our landscapes, businesses and communities.


‘A local legend’: tributes following the death of Harry Gow (89)

‘A local legend’: tributes following the death of Harry Gow (89)

‘A local legend’: tributes following the death of Harry Gow (89)

24 December 2024

YOUR VIEWS: Tributes following the death of Highland baker Harry Gow


Met Office ice warning issued as temperatures fall

Met Office ice warning issued as temperatures fall

Met Office ice warning issued as temperatures fall

22 December 2024

Ice will pose a danger to motorists and pedestrians overnight and into Monday, the Met Office has warned Highland and Moray residents.


CalMac cancels ferries ahead of storm

CalMac cancels ferries ahead of storm

CalMac cancels ferries ahead of storm

20 December 2024

Ullapool-Stornoway sailings are heavily disrupted this weekend; and Northlink Ferries is warning of likely cancellations in the Pentland Firth.


CalMac: 'Travel on Friday instead, if you can'

CalMac: 'Travel on Friday instead, if you can'

CalMac: 'Travel on Friday instead, if you can'

19 December 2024

Ferry passengers looking to travel over the final weekend before Christmas have been advised to make their journey on Friday instead.


Gales to batter Christmas getaway travellers after wind warning extended

Gales to batter Christmas getaway travellers after wind warning extended

Gales to batter Christmas getaway travellers after wind warning extended

19 December 2024

Gales are set to dominate the Christmas getaway after warnings for high winds were extended across the whole of the weekend.


‘Tourist tax’ could scare off visitors and destabilise the industry say 4 Highland chambers of commerce

‘Tourist tax’ could scare off visitors and destabilise the industry say 4 Highland chambers of commerce

‘Tourist tax’ could scare off visitors and destabilise the industry say 4 Highland chambers of commerce

19 December 2024

Four Highland chambers of commerce have united to voice strong opposition to the proposed introduction of a regional “tourist tax” scheme.


Warning of possible 80mph gusts this weekend across the Highlands and Moray

Warning of possible 80mph gusts this weekend across the Highlands and Moray

Warning of possible 80mph gusts this weekend across the Highlands and Moray

18 December 2024

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Warning for high winds over Caithness this Saturday.


WATCH: Will it be a White Christmas?

WATCH: Will it be a White Christmas?

WATCH: Will it be a White Christmas?

18 December 2024

Will we see a White Christmas this festive season? The Met Office has given us the first indication of what we can expect…


Environment and social justice issues matter to newly-ordained Inverness minister

Environment and social justice issues matter to newly-ordained Inverness minister

Environment and social justice issues matter to newly-ordained Inverness minister

17 December 2024

A former coordinator of a Christian environmental charity has been ordained during a service in Inverness.


Travel disruption continues on road, rail and at sea after wet and windy weather

Travel disruption continues on road, rail and at sea after wet and windy weather

Travel disruption continues on road, rail and at sea after wet and windy weather

17 December 2024

A832 at Moy Bridge still closed by flooding; some CalMac sailings cancelled in Minch, and ScotRail speed restriction delays are expected to continue.


£615,000 sewer upgrade workers give pupils eye-opening insight into water cycle

£615,000 sewer upgrade workers give pupils eye-opening insight into water cycle

£615,000 sewer upgrade workers give pupils eye-opening insight into water cycle

16 December 2024

Sewer upgrade work has helped provide school pupils with an eye-opening introduction to the water cycle


Flood warnings and road closures amid heavy rain and active yellow Met Office alert

Flood warnings and road closures amid heavy rain and active yellow Met Office alert

Flood warnings and road closures amid heavy rain and active yellow Met Office alert

16 December 2024

A section of the North Coast 500 - the A832 at Moy Bridge - is closed and multiple flood warnings are in place.


Flood fear hitch for Black Isle glamping pods bid

Flood fear hitch for Black Isle glamping pods bid

Flood fear hitch for Black Isle glamping pods bid

15 December 2024

Propsosals for five glamping pods in a popular area of the Black Isle have triggered a flood risk objection.


Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

15 December 2024

Rachael Anderson from Inverness has been recognised for her work in developing and promoting EV infrastructure.


Highland film inspiring people to tackle climate change gains international recognition

Highland film inspiring people to tackle climate change gains international recognition

Highland film inspiring people to tackle climate change gains international recognition

14 December 2024

A Highland-made film aimed at inspiring people to tackle climate change has received international recognition in its first year since production.


UHI joins forces with Scottish universities to drive Scotland Beyond Net Zero initiative

UHI joins forces with Scottish universities to drive Scotland Beyond Net Zero initiative

UHI joins forces with Scottish universities to drive Scotland Beyond Net Zero initiative

14 December 2024

The coalition will focus on research that will accelerate Scotland’s transition to net-zero.


Hefty fine for farmer who ploughed up a badger's sett

Hefty fine for farmer who ploughed up a badger's sett

Hefty fine for farmer who ploughed up a badger's sett

13 December 2024

He had been charged with the offence under the Protection of Badgers Act.


Beaver release plan for Glen Affric

Beaver release plan for Glen Affric

Beaver release plan for Glen Affric

13 December 2024

Beavers could be reintroduced into Glen Affric by the spring.


42-hour rain warning: Highlands to be drenched by up to 150mm warns Met Office

42-hour rain warning: Highlands to be drenched by up to 150mm warns Met Office

42-hour rain warning: Highlands to be drenched by up to 150mm warns Met Office

13 December 2024

A 42-hour long rain warning has been issued for swathes of the Highlands - with up to 150mm expected to fall in the worst spots.


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