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‘I wanted to face my fears and prove I could do it’

09 March 2025
‘I wanted to face my fears and prove I could do it’

‘I wanted to face my fears and prove I could do it’

09 March 2025

Facing fears, building a legacy and contributing to a community they are part of have made the experience life-changing for these young men.


Highland dancers limber up for Oban event

07 March 2025
Highland dancers limber up for Oban event

Highland dancers limber up for Oban event

07 March 2025

Nine talented Highland dancers from Ross-shire, Caithness and Sutherland have earned the honour of representing the North of Scotland at Oban.


Former Ross County player wins over next generation of family to Dingwall club

07 March 2025
Former Ross County player wins over next generation of family to Dingwall club

Former Ross County player wins over next generation of family to Dingwall club

07 March 2025

A former Ross County player’s connection to the Dingwall club runs deep and has now extended to a fouth generation of his family.


Sweet dreams for ‘Billy Wonka’ ahead of Ross-shire shop opening

07 March 2025
Sweet dreams for ‘Billy Wonka’ ahead of Ross-shire shop opening

Sweet dreams for ‘Billy Wonka’ ahead of Ross-shire shop opening

07 March 2025

Ross-shire villagers with a sweet tooth are counting the days until the opening of a new business at the weekend.


Cromarty Firth floating offshore turbine trailblazer to create ‘hundreds’ of jobs

05 March 2025
Cromarty Firth floating offshore turbine trailblazer to create ‘hundreds’ of jobs

Cromarty Firth floating offshore turbine trailblazer to create ‘hundreds’ of jobs

05 March 2025

An Easter Ross port is to become a major hub for the UK’s floating offshore wind industry amidst a £55m investment that’ll create hundreds of jobs.


Easter Ross distillery workers to be balloted over strike action

04 March 2025
Easter Ross distillery workers to be balloted over strike action

Easter Ross distillery workers to be balloted over strike action

04 March 2025

A rep said: “With inflation rising again and household bills still high, our members are clear that a below inflation offer will not be accepted.”


Artist draws on true passion for career change leap of faith

04 March 2025
Artist draws on true passion for career change leap of faith

Artist draws on true passion for career change leap of faith

04 March 2025

It was a now or never decision for the illustrator whose work can now be seen at acclaimed local gallery.


Could this £1.6m Tain trailblazer become Highland regeneration template?

03 March 2025
Could this £1.6m Tain trailblazer become Highland regeneration template?

Could this £1.6m Tain trailblazer become Highland regeneration template?

03 March 2025

Visionary project looks to tackle depopulation, stimulate the local economy and plug gaps in NC500 provision.


Ross-shire villagers invited to dream up name of new housing development

03 March 2025
Ross-shire villagers invited to dream up name of new housing development

Ross-shire villagers invited to dream up name of new housing development

03 March 2025

It’s a chance for a local to come up with a suitable name for the new scheme in Conon.


Free entry at Highland award-winning attraction for season launch day

28 February 2025
Free entry at Highland award-winning attraction for season launch day

Free entry at Highland award-winning attraction for season launch day

28 February 2025

The attraction is keen to spread the word - and inclusion in a prestigious guidebook will help it become a destination in its own right.


Red Arrows inspire picture perfect Ross-shire sharp-shooters

27 February 2025
Red Arrows inspire picture perfect Ross-shire sharp-shooters

Red Arrows inspire picture perfect Ross-shire sharp-shooters

27 February 2025

Few can fail to be thrilled by the precision displays.


Expanding Easter Ross childcare business set for open day

27 February 2025
Expanding Easter Ross childcare business set for open day

Expanding Easter Ross childcare business set for open day

27 February 2025

Surging demand prompted the redevelopment and a wider offering from the Easter Ross business, which has been established for 14 years.


Five years since devastating Highland primary blaze - what next?

26 February 2025
Five years since devastating Highland primary blaze - what next?

Five years since devastating Highland primary blaze - what next?

26 February 2025

The entire community was rocked by the blaze which left more than 200 pupils without a school to call their own.


Lithium batteries, tyres, bottles - and an untouched takeaway!

25 February 2025
Lithium batteries, tyres, bottles - and an untouched takeaway!

Lithium batteries, tyres, bottles - and an untouched takeaway!

25 February 2025

As a litter campaign we’re backing gathers pace, we reveal what hardy volunteers across Ross are stumbling across.


‘The things they said to her are disgusting’

24 February 2025
‘The things they said to her are disgusting’

‘The things they said to her are disgusting’

24 February 2025

Abuse and disrepect aimed at staff of an Easter Ross youth group has been described as “soul-destroying” - and prompted a drop-in to be put on ice.


Invergordon lad (4) tackles litter louts

24 February 2025
Invergordon lad (4) tackles litter louts

Invergordon lad (4) tackles litter louts

24 February 2025

The Park Nursery lad noticed his local Saltburn park was badly littered and decided to do something about it.


Ullapool fish landing slump statistics veil ‘complex picture’

23 February 2025
Ullapool fish landing slump statistics veil ‘complex picture’

Ullapool fish landing slump statistics veil ‘complex picture’

23 February 2025

Figures revealing a slump in fish landings at a Wester Ross port have been described as ‘very disappointing’ by a Highland economist.


Diamond Hoodie marks Black Isle lass out as a real gem

23 February 2025
Diamond Hoodie marks Black Isle lass out as a real gem

Diamond Hoodie marks Black Isle lass out as a real gem

23 February 2025

‘My confidence and knowledge has developed greatly. I am now more outgoing and more likely to speak up in situations I wouldn’t have before.’


Highland musician takes Britain’s Got Talent by storm: It’s a ‘yes’ from judges

22 February 2025
Highland musician takes Britain’s Got Talent by storm: It’s a ‘yes’ from judges

Highland musician takes Britain’s Got Talent by storm: It’s a ‘yes’ from judges

22 February 2025

Yes sir, he can boogie! Ullapool’s RuMac takes BGT by storm, bringing the audience to its feet.


‘Phenomenal’ Highland mountain rescue team hailed by fall victim

22 February 2025
‘Phenomenal’ Highland mountain rescue team hailed by fall victim

‘Phenomenal’ Highland mountain rescue team hailed by fall victim

22 February 2025

‘I never gave up hope’ says grateful fall victim whose rescue has sparked an outpouring of goodwill and vital funds.


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