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'Angel' inspires Ross auction targeting £100,000 for lifeline cancer group

06 December 2013
'Angel' inspires Ross auction targeting £100,000 for lifeline cancer group

'Angel' inspires Ross auction targeting £100,000 for lifeline cancer group

06 December 2013

A WOMAN devastated by the loss of her father to cancer was inspired by the lifeline thrown by a Macmillan nurse in his final days to do something to make…


'Be prepared' says Highland police chief as storm warning is issued

04 December 2013
'Be prepared' says Highland police chief as storm warning is issued

'Be prepared' says Highland police chief as storm warning is issued

04 December 2013

A HIGHLAND police chief has urged householders to be prepared for possible power cuts, travel disruption and potential localised flooding following a…


Highlands told to brace for wintry blast

04 December 2013
Highlands told to brace for wintry blast

Highlands told to brace for wintry blast

04 December 2013

THE Met Office has issued an amber 'be prepared' warning for strong winds across the Highlands tonight and Thursday morning.


Mayday alert from sinking vessel sparks Kyle of Lochalsh mercy dash

04 December 2013
Mayday alert from sinking vessel sparks Kyle of Lochalsh mercy dash

Mayday alert from sinking vessel sparks Kyle of Lochalsh mercy dash

04 December 2013

A FISHERMAN was plucked to safety from a rapidly sinking vessel as a Ross-shire RNLI team sped to the scene of a mayday distress call.


Easter Ross secondary names its new head teacher

03 December 2013
Easter Ross secondary names its new head teacher

Easter Ross secondary names its new head teacher

03 December 2013

AN EASTER Ross secondary has named its new head teacher.


Highland health service appoints volunteer supremo in trailblazing move

03 December 2013
Highland health service appoints volunteer supremo in trailblazing move

Highland health service appoints volunteer supremo in trailblazing move

03 December 2013

A NEW position created within the Highland health service will maximise the role of volunteers.


Steady Eddie's work with high-flying Ross air cadets is acknowledged

02 December 2013
Steady Eddie's work with high-flying Ross air cadets is acknowledged

Steady Eddie's work with high-flying Ross air cadets is acknowledged

02 December 2013

THE work of a civilian instructor who has helped Ross-shire air cadets to a string of honours has been acknowledged.


Ross-shire amputee rubs shoulders with royalty on toughest challenge yet

30 November 2013
Ross-shire amputee rubs shoulders with royalty on toughest challenge yet

Ross-shire amputee rubs shoulders with royalty on toughest challenge yet

30 November 2013

A ROSS-SHIRE man told he’d never again walk without pain after losing both of his legs in a roadside blast is this weekend set to embark…


'Complex' recovery as Highland road closed following smash

30 November 2013
'Complex' recovery as Highland road closed following smash

'Complex' recovery as Highland road closed following smash

30 November 2013

A HIGHLAND road was closed for several hours after a large goods vehicle shed its load of gas cylinders, sparking a protracted recovery operation.


Tain artist throws open cottage doors on her countdown to Christmas

29 November 2013
Tain artist throws open cottage doors on her countdown to Christmas

Tain artist throws open cottage doors on her countdown to Christmas

29 November 2013

A COSY Easter Ross cottage studio throws open its doors on Friday night to begin its own countdown to Christmas.


Ross beer buffs urged to offer cheers for heroes as charity drive launched

28 November 2013
Ross beer buffs urged to offer cheers for heroes as charity drive launched

Ross beer buffs urged to offer cheers for heroes as charity drive launched

28 November 2013

ROSS-SHIRE beer lovers are being urged to raise a glass to boost the coffers of a charity supported wounded servicemen and women.


Fresh plea to public as search for missing Ross-shire man stepped up

27 November 2013
Fresh plea to public as search for missing Ross-shire man stepped up

Fresh plea to public as search for missing Ross-shire man stepped up

27 November 2013

MEMBERS of the public are being asked to check sheds, garages and outbuildings as the search for a missing Ross-shire man is stepped up.


Dingwall electrical firm predicted to surge to record year

26 November 2013
Dingwall electrical firm predicted to surge to record year

Dingwall electrical firm predicted to surge to record year

26 November 2013

A DINGWALL company with a global reach is predicting a record year for business with predictions of a 40 per cent increase in turnover to £140m…


Strathpeffer venue toasts 'win-win' beer deal ahead of special showcase

26 November 2013
Strathpeffer venue toasts 'win-win' beer deal ahead of special showcase

Strathpeffer venue toasts 'win-win' beer deal ahead of special showcase

26 November 2013

A ROSS-SHIRE venue has teamed up with a Black Isle craft brewer ahead of a special musical showcase this week.


Dingwall 'spinners' plot end-to-end cancer charity challenge

22 November 2013
Dingwall 'spinners' plot end-to-end cancer charity challenge

Dingwall 'spinners' plot end-to-end cancer charity challenge

22 November 2013

SIX cyclists from Ross-shire have set their sights on a charity challenge that will see them harness pedal power to cover the distance from John O’Groats…


Highland school shortages prompt 'urgent' appeal for supply teachers

21 November 2013
Highland school shortages prompt 'urgent' appeal for supply teachers

Highland school shortages prompt 'urgent' appeal for supply teachers

21 November 2013

A CAMPAIGN to entice supply teachers back to cover gaps in Highland schools has been launched.


Ross-shire police 'increasingly anxious' to trace missing man

19 November 2013
Ross-shire police 'increasingly anxious' to trace missing man

Ross-shire police 'increasingly anxious' to trace missing man

19 November 2013

POLICE in Ross-shire have voiced increasing concern for a missing man last seen in the Strathpeffer area.


Spotlight hits 'distracted' drivers as Ross police back Highland crackdown

18 November 2013
Spotlight hits 'distracted' drivers as Ross police back Highland crackdown

Spotlight hits 'distracted' drivers as Ross police back Highland crackdown

18 November 2013

A POLICE crackdown on "distraction" offences which put lives at risk on Highland roads will see officers in Ross-shire join a drive which runs…


Strathpeffer Pavilion gets to art of matter to mark a milestone

17 November 2013
Strathpeffer Pavilion gets to art of matter to mark a milestone

Strathpeffer Pavilion gets to art of matter to mark a milestone

17 November 2013

A ROSS-SHIRE art fair marks its 10th anniversary this week with an event showcasing the work of 130 artists from across the Highlands and Islands.


Ross-shire thefts spark police appeal

15 November 2013
Ross-shire thefts spark police appeal

Ross-shire thefts spark police appeal

15 November 2013

THEFTS of tools from works vehicles in two areas of Ross-shire have sparked a warning from police.


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