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Gregor White is a news editor for Highland News and Media, working across multiple print titles as well as online. Gregor studied journalism at Napier University in Edinburgh and has previously worked in other local media and in local government PR.

ScotRail to pedal abandoned bikes to cycling charity

21 April 2024
ScotRail to pedal abandoned bikes to cycling charity

ScotRail to pedal abandoned bikes to cycling charity

21 April 2024

Abandoned bikes across the rail network are to be given a new life, as ScotRail introduces a policy that will see unclaimed bikes renewed or recycled.


People urged to take part in Highland Council ‘Your place’ survey

21 April 2024
People urged to take part in Highland Council ‘Your place’ survey

People urged to take part in Highland Council ‘Your place’ survey

21 April 2024

Highland Council is reminding people there is opportunity to share their experiences of the area by taking part in the Highland Place Standard survey.


Charity welcomes Scottish Government carbon tax pledge

21 April 2024
Charity welcomes Scottish Government carbon tax pledge

Charity welcomes Scottish Government carbon tax pledge

21 April 2024

The John Muir Trust has welcomed an announcement that the Scottish Government will hold a public consultation on a carbon land tax.


Caithness householders urged to make a bee hotel or insect house to help vital pollinators

21 April 2024
Caithness householders urged to make a bee hotel or insect house to help vital pollinators

Caithness householders urged to make a bee hotel or insect house to help vital pollinators

21 April 2024

People are being encouraged to take an hour this month now the weather is turning warmer, to build a ‘bee hotel’ for Scotland’s solitary bees.


Agreement between ship firm and enterprise agencies could benefit the Highlands

20 April 2024
Agreement between ship firm and enterprise agencies could benefit the Highlands

Agreement between ship firm and enterprise agencies could benefit the Highlands

20 April 2024

The signing of a memorandum of understanding between Scotland’s enterprise agencies and the world’s largest shipbuilders could benefit the Highlands.


Looking Back - news from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

06 April 2024
Looking Back - news from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back - news from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

06 April 2024

Wick club rumours, Bid for teachers and defending John O’Groats


Council announces extra digital funding to support Highland businesses

06 April 2024
Council announces extra digital funding to support Highland businesses

Council announces extra digital funding to support Highland businesses

06 April 2024

Following the success of its Business Digital Grant scheme, Highland Council has announced further funds to help firms access digital support.


Report calls for short leash for dogs – and owners - during lambing season

31 March 2024
Report calls for short leash for dogs – and owners - during lambing season

Report calls for short leash for dogs – and owners - during lambing season

31 March 2024

A new report calls for more protection for livetsock from dog attacks.


Marine Fund Scotland 2024-25 launches

31 March 2024
Marine Fund Scotland 2024-25 launches

Marine Fund Scotland 2024-25 launches

31 March 2024

Applications have opened for the fourth year of the Marine Fund Scotland.


Highland Green MSP seeks update on landmark tenants' rights law

31 March 2024
Highland Green MSP seeks update on landmark tenants' rights law

Highland Green MSP seeks update on landmark tenants' rights law

31 March 2024

Ariane Burgess, Green MSP for the Highlands & Islands, has asked the Scottish Government about implementation of tenant’s rights legislation.


Figures show increased capacity for electricity generation from renewable sources

30 March 2024
Figures show increased capacity for electricity generation from renewable sources

Figures show increased capacity for electricity generation from renewable sources

30 March 2024

Scotland’s capacity for electricity generation from renewables increased by 10 per cent in a year, with largest growth in offshore and onshore wind.


Unions consulted as UHI North, West and Hebrides takes forward post-merger plans

27 March 2024
Unions consulted as UHI North, West and Hebrides takes forward post-merger plans

Unions consulted as UHI North, West and Hebrides takes forward post-merger plans

27 March 2024

UHI North, West and Hebrides is taking forward its post-merger plans to become a fully integrated organisation.


Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

24 March 2024
Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

24 March 2024

With Easter set to see an increase in visitors to the countryside, NFU Mutual is reminding dog-owners to be extra vigilant.


Blooming marvellous bulb show for Caithness WI

24 March 2024
Blooming marvellous bulb show for Caithness WI

Blooming marvellous bulb show for Caithness WI

24 March 2024

Murkle WI's recent meeting was its Annual Bulb Show with a very good show including some from members who had not exhibited previously.


Don't get caught out this Easter weekend – remember your prescription!

24 March 2024
Don't get caught out this Easter weekend – remember your prescription!

Don't get caught out this Easter weekend – remember your prescription!

24 March 2024

Staff at NHS 24 are asking the public to check they have enough of their prescribed medication to last over Easter or any spring holidays.


Castletown singalong café marks 4th year online

23 March 2024
Castletown singalong café marks 4th year online

Castletown singalong café marks 4th year online

23 March 2024

‘e Peedie Café is marking its four-year anniversary with the presentation of its 206th programme.


New legislation 'to change how land is owned and managed' in rural Scotland

23 March 2024
New legislation 'to change how land is owned and managed' in rural Scotland

New legislation 'to change how land is owned and managed' in rural Scotland

23 March 2024

The Land Reform (Scotland) Bill was introduced to the Scottish Parliament last week.


Marine Conservation Society releases State of our Beaches report

23 March 2024
Marine Conservation Society releases State of our Beaches report

Marine Conservation Society releases State of our Beaches report

23 March 2024

The Marine Conservation Society has released its annual report, State of our Beaches 2023, on data collected by their beach clean volunteers.


PICTURES: Caithness pupils get out and about to learn about staying healthy

23 March 2024
PICTURES: Caithness pupils get out and about to learn about staying healthy

PICTURES: Caithness pupils get out and about to learn about staying healthy

23 March 2024

The children in Pennyland’s Primary 1 class decided they wanted to learn more about how to keep healthy so suggested doing a “Healthy Me” term topic.


Caithness care home residents host Easter rock hunt

23 March 2024
Caithness care home residents host Easter rock hunt

Caithness care home residents host Easter rock hunt

23 March 2024

Staff and residents at Thurso's Pentland View care home had fantastic fun hiding painted Easter rocks all over the place for local children to find.


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