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PICTURES: More readers share their snow photos

PICTURES: More readers share their snow photos

PICTURES: More readers share their snow photos

19 January 2023

You have been out and about with your phones and cameras enjoying the recent snowfall across the Highlands.


Mikeysline seeks a new chairperson

Mikeysline seeks a new chairperson

Mikeysline seeks a new chairperson

19 January 2023

The mental health support and suicide prevention charity is on the lookout for a new chair of its board.


Thurso set for three events in one day to reduce waste

Thurso set for three events in one day to reduce waste

Thurso set for three events in one day to reduce waste

18 January 2023

Thurso Youth Club will be the venue for three events in one day – all with the aim of reducing waste by making the most of what we've already got.


Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

18 January 2023

A project initiated by Wick Paths Group has succeeded in its goal to create a seven kilometre circular walking route at a popular scenic location.


Council capital budget meeting cancelled at 11th hour

Council capital budget meeting cancelled at 11th hour

Council capital budget meeting cancelled at 11th hour

18 January 2023

Highland’s new schools could hang in the balance as councillors cancelled their capital investment meeting, with no new date set.


Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

18 January 2023

The Caithness area officer for the Fishermen's Mission charity is extending her reach across the Pentland Firth to cover Orkney as well.


Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

17 January 2023

A community group has vowed to fight plans for some of the tallest turbines in the UK on "one of the few remaining untouched areas" around Watten.


‘Our staff should be commended’ says Highland Council leader

‘Our staff should be commended’ says Highland Council leader

‘Our staff should be commended’ says Highland Council leader

17 January 2023

Council leader Raymond Bremner vows to protect jobs and communities from budget cuts.


You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

17 January 2023

Latheron Hall Committee will host a Burns Supper this Saturday (January 21) in the village hall.


NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

NHS Highland encouraging people not to miss their winter vaccinations for Covid and flu

17 January 2023

The health board says there is still time for those eligible to get vaccinations.


Caithness Seacoast talk at Latheron SWI's January meeting

Caithness Seacoast talk at Latheron SWI's January meeting

Caithness Seacoast talk at Latheron SWI's January meeting

17 January 2023

Members of Latheron SWI were saddened to learn of the death of Rhona Macgregor, who was an honorary member of the institute, at their latest meeting.


PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

17 January 2023

Children were out sledging due to school closures but several inches of snow across Caithness roads has brought chaos for drivers.


Highland MPs lash out at Westminster bid to block Gender Recognition Act

Highland MPs lash out at Westminster bid to block Gender Recognition Act

Highland MPs lash out at Westminster bid to block Gender Recognition Act

17 January 2023

Jamie Stone says 'any Conservative that calls themself a Unionist should be hanging their head in shame'


PICTURES: Snow continues across the Highlands with more forecast this evening

PICTURES: Snow continues across the Highlands with more forecast this evening

PICTURES: Snow continues across the Highlands with more forecast this evening

17 January 2023

Snow continued today with Met Office weather warnings still in force for the Highlands and Islands.


UPDATE: More than 150 Highland schools closed due to bad weather

UPDATE: More than 150 Highland schools closed due to bad weather

UPDATE: More than 150 Highland schools closed due to bad weather

17 January 2023

Heavy snow across the region has seen classes cancelled for thousands of pupils across the Highlands.


Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

16 January 2023

The Met Office issued an update to warn of heavy snow and hail showers accumulating along with icy conditions and disruption to transport.


Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

16 January 2023

Staff at Bower Primary School prove it's never too late to celebrate Christmas when they sent in pictures from last month's festive celebration.


Launch of Spirit:360 artists digital platform for the Highlands

Launch of Spirit:360 artists digital platform for the Highlands

Launch of Spirit:360 artists digital platform for the Highlands

16 January 2023

Today marks the official launch of the Spirit:360 digital platform of more than 60 artists.


Public invited to attend weekly Archive Afternoons at Nucleus in Wick

Public invited to attend weekly Archive Afternoons at Nucleus in Wick

Public invited to attend weekly Archive Afternoons at Nucleus in Wick

15 January 2023

Members of the public are being invited to delve into some of the archives at the Nucleus centre in Wick every Wednesday afternoon from January 25.


WATCH: Highland wedding fair proves popular

WATCH: Highland wedding fair proves popular

WATCH: Highland wedding fair proves popular

15 January 2023

Couples planning their special day had the chance to chat to businesses and exhibitors to get new and different ideas.


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