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North coast singer (9) wins medal at her first ever National Mod

31 October 2023
North coast singer (9) wins medal at her first ever National Mod

North coast singer (9) wins medal at her first ever National Mod

31 October 2023

Esther Spratt of Strathy came second in the P4-5 learners solo singing section at the Royal National Mod.


Ulbster mountain rescue dog handler receives 'well deserved' recognition

30 October 2023
Ulbster mountain rescue dog handler receives 'well deserved' recognition

Ulbster mountain rescue dog handler receives 'well deserved' recognition

30 October 2023

A Caithness member of Assynt Mountain Rescue Team has been presented with a Scottish Mountain Rescue Distinguished Service Award.


Memorial run along north coast organised in tribute to stalwart of Caithness and Sutherland Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club

20 September 2023
Memorial run along north coast organised in tribute to stalwart of Caithness and Sutherland Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club

Memorial run along north coast organised in tribute to stalwart of Caithness and Sutherland Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club

20 September 2023

Club members are being urged to turn out in memory of David Green, Caithness.


Caithness children presented with story writing awards at indie book festival in Helmsdale

11 September 2023
Caithness children presented with story writing awards at indie book festival in Helmsdale

Caithness children presented with story writing awards at indie book festival in Helmsdale

11 September 2023

Handsome wooden trophies and certificates were handed over on the final day of Scotland's Indie Book Festival.


Australian artist's new exhibition at Strathnaver Museum inspired by 'cruelty and injustice' of the Clearances

26 August 2023
Australian artist's new exhibition at Strathnaver Museum inspired by 'cruelty and injustice' of the Clearances

Australian artist's new exhibition at Strathnaver Museum inspired by 'cruelty and injustice' of the Clearances

26 August 2023

Barry Smiths's new exhibition is being launched at Strathnaver Museum on Friday, September 1.


Highland Council under continuing pressure over 'unsafe' Naver bridge as MSP Maree Todd calls for work on new structure to go ahead.

24 August 2023
Highland Council under continuing pressure over 'unsafe' Naver bridge as MSP Maree Todd calls for work on new structure to go ahead.

Highland Council under continuing pressure over 'unsafe' Naver bridge as MSP Maree Todd calls for work on new structure to go ahead.

24 August 2023

Maree Todd was shown round the bridge by Bettyhill community members earlier this month.


Mackays from across the world to converge on Bettyhill for inauguration of new clan chief

14 August 2023
Mackays from across the world to converge on Bettyhill for inauguration of new clan chief

Mackays from across the world to converge on Bettyhill for inauguration of new clan chief

14 August 2023

An event of huge importance to members of the Clan Mackay worldwide is set to take place in Sutherland this coming weekend.


Fun-filled day of competition at Farr Primary School sees Klibreck win games shield

16 June 2023
Fun-filled day of competition at Farr Primary School sees Klibreck win games shield

Fun-filled day of competition at Farr Primary School sees Klibreck win games shield

16 June 2023

There was wall to wall sunshine for Farr Primary School's annual Shield Day on Wednesday (June 14).


Work set to start on access road and car park for Sutherland Spaceport

13 June 2023
Work set to start on access road and car park for Sutherland Spaceport

Work set to start on access road and car park for Sutherland Spaceport

13 June 2023

Orbex has announced that it is set to kickstart the next stage in the development of Sutherland Spaceport


Acclaimed Far North artist celebrates lifetime of creativity with retrospective exhibition

12 June 2023
Acclaimed Far North artist celebrates lifetime of creativity with retrospective exhibition

Acclaimed Far North artist celebrates lifetime of creativity with retrospective exhibition

12 June 2023

Sally Wild The Creative Life opens at Dornoch Social Club next Saturday, June 17 and runs for a week until Sunday, June 25.


PICTURES: Atmosphere at Sutherland and Caithness Provincial Mod "lively, uplifting and exciting"

06 June 2023
PICTURES: Atmosphere at Sutherland and Caithness Provincial Mod "lively, uplifting and exciting"

PICTURES: Atmosphere at Sutherland and Caithness Provincial Mod "lively, uplifting and exciting"

06 June 2023

The Sutherland and Caithness Provincial Mod was held at Bettyhill last Saturday.


Far North Line through Caithness and Sutherland is officially recognised by Scottish Government as a Community Rail Partnership route

05 June 2023
Far North Line through Caithness and Sutherland is officially recognised by Scottish Government as a Community Rail Partnership route

Far North Line through Caithness and Sutherland is officially recognised by Scottish Government as a Community Rail Partnership route

05 June 2023

Scottish Transport Minister Kevin Stewart has officially welcomed and approved the line’s new status.


'Lasting legacy for tourism in the Highlands': Fund that supported Strathnaver Museum redevelopment is celebrated at an event in Inverness today

30 May 2023
'Lasting legacy for tourism in the Highlands': Fund that supported Strathnaver Museum redevelopment is celebrated at an event in Inverness today

'Lasting legacy for tourism in the Highlands': Fund that supported Strathnaver Museum redevelopment is celebrated at an event in Inverness today

30 May 2023

The £22 million Natural & Cultural Heritage Fund (NCJF) has now closed following a single round of funding.


Orbex appoints interim chief executive following shock departure of Chris Larmour ahead of start on Spaceport Sutherland

30 May 2023
Orbex appoints interim chief executive following shock departure of Chris Larmour ahead of start on Spaceport Sutherland

Orbex appoints interim chief executive following shock departure of Chris Larmour ahead of start on Spaceport Sutherland

30 May 2023

Tech veteran Martin Coates is taking on the leading role.


Endurance cyclist Matt Page calls off NC500 record breaking attempt after coming to a halt north of Berriedale

24 May 2023
Endurance cyclist Matt Page calls off NC500 record breaking attempt after coming to a halt north of Berriedale

Endurance cyclist Matt Page calls off NC500 record breaking attempt after coming to a halt north of Berriedale

24 May 2023

Endurance cyclist Matt Page has had to call a halt to his attempt to set a new record for the North Coast 500 tourism route.


Attempt under way to beat Mark Beaumont's NC500 cycle record

23 May 2023
Attempt under way to beat Mark Beaumont's NC500 cycle record

Attempt under way to beat Mark Beaumont's NC500 cycle record

23 May 2023

Endurance cyclist Matthew Page set off shortly before 6am this morning from Inverness Castle.


Halladale Film Club is taking part in the Climate Fringe Festival with event focusing on sustainable fashion

22 May 2023
Halladale Film Club is taking part in the Climate Fringe Festival with event focusing on sustainable fashion

Halladale Film Club is taking part in the Climate Fringe Festival with event focusing on sustainable fashion

22 May 2023

Halladale Film Club is running a “Do What You Can” initiative in Halladale Community Hall on Friday June 16.


'Culmination of a long and challenging journey': Strathnaver Museum relaunched following £2.3 million 'transformation'

18 May 2023
'Culmination of a long and challenging journey': Strathnaver Museum relaunched following £2.3 million 'transformation'

'Culmination of a long and challenging journey': Strathnaver Museum relaunched following £2.3 million 'transformation'

18 May 2023

Strathnaver Museum has been officially relaunched following a four-year closure and an ambitious £2.3 million upgrade project.


Lack of housing for key workers a factor in closure of Caladh Sona care home, says Stone

26 April 2023
Lack of housing for key workers a factor in closure of Caladh Sona care home, says Stone

Lack of housing for key workers a factor in closure of Caladh Sona care home, says Stone

26 April 2023

Mr Stone made the reference to Caladh Sona Care Home at Melness during a Westminster Hall Debate on the Affordable Homes Programme.


New report reveals Scotland's space industry is rocketing

30 March 2023
New report reveals Scotland's space industry is rocketing

New report reveals Scotland's space industry is rocketing

30 March 2023

The findings come ahead of the first vertical rocket launches which are expected to take place from Scottish spaceports within the next year.


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