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Every generation comes together for Black Isle Burns supper

01 February 2025
Every generation comes together for Black Isle Burns supper

Every generation comes together for Black Isle Burns supper

01 February 2025

A Black Isle lunch in celebration of Robbie Burns was a “brilliant” success, with local school children stealing the show.


Dingwall kiltmaker adds ‘touch of flair’ to care home’s Burns Supper

29 January 2025
Dingwall kiltmaker adds ‘touch of flair’ to care home’s Burns Supper

Dingwall kiltmaker adds ‘touch of flair’ to care home’s Burns Supper

29 January 2025

Residents and staff at Urray House marked Burns Night in style, donning vibrant tartan sashes that brought a burst of colour to the occasion.


Highland Business Women choose RASASH as their charity of the year

29 January 2025
Highland Business Women choose RASASH as their charity of the year

Highland Business Women choose RASASH as their charity of the year

29 January 2025

Established in 2014, Rape and Sexual Abuse Service Highland (RASASH) provides specialised support to those aged 13 and over.


Parklands’ staff choose Mikeysline and Highland Hospice as new charity partnerships

28 January 2025
Parklands’ staff choose Mikeysline and Highland Hospice as new charity partnerships

Parklands’ staff choose Mikeysline and Highland Hospice as new charity partnerships

28 January 2025

Parklands Care Homes’ employees have voted for their two new charity partnerships.


Dingwall eyesore cleaned up after being called out by locals

27 January 2025
Dingwall eyesore cleaned up after being called out by locals

Dingwall eyesore cleaned up after being called out by locals

27 January 2025

The red skip, which is understood to have been on Castle Street for quite some time, was reportedly “becoming a health hazard”.


Eilean Dubh’s ‘dedicated’ staff pull together ‘glorious’ Burns Supper for residents

27 January 2025
Eilean Dubh’s ‘dedicated’ staff pull together ‘glorious’ Burns Supper for residents

Eilean Dubh’s ‘dedicated’ staff pull together ‘glorious’ Burns Supper for residents

27 January 2025

Eilean Dubh Care Home in Fortrose held a special lunch to celebrate the life and poetry of the legendary Robbie Burns.


Entries open for highly-anticipated Highland sheep show

27 January 2025
Entries open for highly-anticipated Highland sheep show

Entries open for highly-anticipated Highland sheep show

27 January 2025

Sheep breeders from throughout Scotland will have the opportunity of showing and selling pairs of ewe hoggs at a special multi-breed show.


Only ONE fly-tipping fine issued in Ross-shire since 2021

26 January 2025
Only ONE fly-tipping fine issued in Ross-shire since 2021

Only ONE fly-tipping fine issued in Ross-shire since 2021

26 January 2025

Since 2021, only ONE fine for fly-tipping in Ross-shire has been issued by the Highland Council — despite receiving numerous complaints.


Strathconon luxurious five-bedroom home with its own sauna hits the market

25 January 2025
Strathconon luxurious five-bedroom home with its own sauna hits the market

Strathconon luxurious five-bedroom home with its own sauna hits the market

25 January 2025

Located around 3 miles from Garve on Rathad An Drobhair, the property has been operating as a holiday home with a rating of 4.6 stars on Google.


Joiner’s mission to raise funds for potentially life-saving MS treatment

24 January 2025
Joiner’s mission to raise funds for potentially life-saving MS treatment

Joiner’s mission to raise funds for potentially life-saving MS treatment

24 January 2025

Graham has had a “crash course in MS” after his diagnosis last year, and is willing to do “whatever it takes” to raise funds for treatment.


Invergordon ATM faulty for 14 months may be close to finally getting fixed

23 January 2025
Invergordon ATM faulty for 14 months may be close to finally getting fixed

Invergordon ATM faulty for 14 months may be close to finally getting fixed

23 January 2025

The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) ATM on the High Street has, according to locals, been faulty since December 2023.


Dingwall to Evanton £3.3 million water mains upgrade flagged

23 January 2025
Dingwall to Evanton £3.3 million water mains upgrade flagged

Dingwall to Evanton £3.3 million water mains upgrade flagged

23 January 2025

Scottish Water is investing £3.3 million to upgrade a critical section of its water supply network between Evanton and Dingwall.


Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

23 January 2025
Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

23 January 2025

Stewart Smith, from Cromarty, has been shortlisted for Lantra Scotland’s Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills (the ALBAS).


Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

23 January 2025
Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

Cromarty apprentice shortlisted for prestigious award

23 January 2025

Stewart Smith, from Cromarty, has been shortlisted for Lantra Scotland’s Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills (the ALBAS).


Gairloch teacher remembered for her ‘humble, loving and vibrant nature’

22 January 2025
Gairloch teacher remembered for her ‘humble, loving and vibrant nature’

Gairloch teacher remembered for her ‘humble, loving and vibrant nature’

22 January 2025

Cathma ‘Katack’ Thomson passed away earlier in January aged 80, and was best known locally for her teacher at Gairloch High School from 1980 to 2003.


Dingwall overflowing skip causes a stir

22 January 2025
Dingwall overflowing skip causes a stir

Dingwall overflowing skip causes a stir

22 January 2025

The red skip, located on Castle Street, is reportedly “becoming a health hazard, and the smell is horrendous,” according to one local.


‘Massive relief’ for Ullapool pizza business’ plans for restaurant approved

22 January 2025
‘Massive relief’ for Ullapool pizza business’ plans for restaurant approved

‘Massive relief’ for Ullapool pizza business’ plans for restaurant approved

22 January 2025

Pizza aficionados Oak and Grain’s plan to fire new life into an ageing Ullapool property have proven successful.


Red Squirrel Appreciation Day — and how to protect the adorable rodents

21 January 2025
Red Squirrel Appreciation Day — and how to protect the adorable rodents

Red Squirrel Appreciation Day — and how to protect the adorable rodents

21 January 2025

Lots of Scottish woodlands house some red squirrels but the pine forests and broadleaf woodlands of the Highlands offer some of the best chances.


Bad Girl Bakery named as best Scottish artisan bakery by The Times

21 January 2025
Bad Girl Bakery named as best Scottish artisan bakery by The Times

Bad Girl Bakery named as best Scottish artisan bakery by The Times

21 January 2025

The Muir of Ord-based business has been commended as a “brilliant” and one of the best Scottish artisan bakeries.


Wester Ross primary school may be permanently closed

20 January 2025
Wester Ross primary school may be permanently closed

Wester Ross primary school may be permanently closed

20 January 2025

The Highland Council have published a consultative paper proposing for Kinlochewe Primary, which was mothballed in the summer of 2022.


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