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‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

10 April 2025
‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

10 April 2025

An “extreme” wildfire risk for Caithness has been extended into the weekend amid an active grass fire and heavy smoke in the Thurso area.


Caithness distillery workers strike in row over pay

10 April 2025
Caithness distillery workers strike in row over pay

Caithness distillery workers strike in row over pay

10 April 2025

Whisky workers at a Caithness distillery were on the picket lines today [Thursday] after pay talks broke down.


Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

08 April 2025
Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

08 April 2025

A handsome and historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000!


Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025
Bus ticket price rises on the way?

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025

Stagecoach North confirms its ticket prices will change at the end of April, but does not provide details as to new costs or if any will be lower.


Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

03 April 2025
Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

03 April 2025

Every Highland resident offered a Covid-19 vaccine this spring is being urged to come forward, get jagged and stay protected.


Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

03 April 2025
Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

03 April 2025

A multi-billion pound investment in the Highlands and Islands will be discussed by key players in the region’s economy at a summit tomorrow (Friday).


Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

03 April 2025
Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

03 April 2025

Repairs are under way after a burst main caused a water outage in Halkirk.


Caithness ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025
Caithness ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

Caithness ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025

'Extreme' and 'very high' wildfire warnings have been issued for the Highlands and Moray.


MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025
MFR’s Inverness base to close

MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025

The news comes just months after owner Bauer Media axed the final show still broadcast from the site - Jodie at Breakfast.


Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025
Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025

Rock legend Bryan Adams’ second Inverness gig has sold out in just minutes!


Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

09 March 2025
Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

09 March 2025

Dog thieves are being hunted by police after a young border collie was stolen in Berriedale.


New broch project hits major milestone

09 March 2025
New broch project hits major milestone

New broch project hits major milestone

09 March 2025

The first new broch in two millennia could be “the symbol of Caithness to the world”, those behind it said after lodging their planning application.


20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

08 March 2025
20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

08 March 2025

Feedback over the region’s new 20mph limits is now being examined by Highland Council ahead of a vote which could make them permanent this spring.


Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

06 March 2025
Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

06 March 2025

The rock star has added a matinee concert and will now perform at Eden Court in Inverness twice on the same day.


50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

06 March 2025
50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

06 March 2025

More than 19,000 responses were received over proposals to cut the speed limit from 60mph to 50mph - the biggest response to Transport Scotland ever.


Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

05 March 2025
Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

05 March 2025

One of Wick’s most prominent and popular hotels has been put up for sale.


New charity partnership aims to ‘enhance’ Highland disability services

03 March 2025
New charity partnership aims to ‘enhance’ Highland disability services

New charity partnership aims to ‘enhance’ Highland disability services

03 March 2025

Leading Highland charities have joined forces in a bid to enhance disability services in the region.


First anniversary of missing man’s disappearance sparks fresh police appeal

03 March 2025
First anniversary of missing man’s disappearance sparks fresh police appeal

First anniversary of missing man’s disappearance sparks fresh police appeal

03 March 2025

John McGrath, who was 52 at the time he went missing, has not been seen since a sighting in the John O’Groats area on Saturday, March 2 last year.


Drink-driving charge for motorist who crashed car and abandoned it ‘in middle of road’

03 March 2025
Drink-driving charge for motorist who crashed car and abandoned it ‘in middle of road’

Drink-driving charge for motorist who crashed car and abandoned it ‘in middle of road’

03 March 2025

A driver has been charged with drink-driving, another has been caught drug-driving and others were seen speeding during a police NC500 crackdown.


Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

27 February 2025
Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

27 February 2025

Business leaders across the Highlands have united to back calls for changes to planned tourist levies.


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