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Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

26 March 2024

Victims of domestic violence have been encouraged to seek support and report incidents to police, following a reduction in recorded cases.


PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

26 March 2024

The 22nd annual Caithness International Science Festival brought entertainment and education for the whole family to the far north.


Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

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.


Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

22 March 2024

The events are aimed to help people develop a more positive relationship with their phones and learn how to take control of their personal data.


‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

20 March 2024

For this article, I am venturing beyond the confines of Thurso parish into Dunnet, uncovering shipwreck connections that tie back to the town.


Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

18 March 2024

With a fully customisable Norscot Garden Room, you are guaranteed to create a space that suits your requirements within your budget.


Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

17 March 2024

Keith Banks on how events high up in the sky can be evidence of our own actions on Earth.


Timespan invites you to 'Move as a Murmuration' for Helmsdale show

Timespan invites you to 'Move as a Murmuration' for Helmsdale show

Timespan invites you to 'Move as a Murmuration' for Helmsdale show

16 March 2024

Timespan at Helmsdale has a new exhibition called We Move As A Murmuration opening on Saturday March 23


Highland man targeted by 'live-stream' scammers on day of brother's funeral warns others to be vigilant

Highland man targeted by 'live-stream' scammers on day of brother's funeral warns others to be vigilant

Highland man targeted by 'live-stream' scammers on day of brother's funeral warns others to be vigilant

15 March 2024

Funeral directors across the Highlands are asking people to be ‘vigilant’ after fraudulent scammers have been targeting bereaved families.


Skills Development Scotland changes location in Thurso

Skills Development Scotland changes location in Thurso

Skills Development Scotland changes location in Thurso

14 March 2024

Skills Development Scotland is changing location in Thurso as part of a drive to help more people through partnership working in community venues.


Petition launched to save vital Highland youth programme from council funding cuts

Petition launched to save vital Highland youth programme from council funding cuts

Petition launched to save vital Highland youth programme from council funding cuts

13 March 2024

A petition has been launched to save a Highland programme which currently supports hundreds of young people in seven secondary schools.


Sutherland business hails contribution of its first modern apprentice

Sutherland business hails contribution of its first modern apprentice

Sutherland business hails contribution of its first modern apprentice

11 March 2024

GMG Energy of Halladale hired 18-year-old Finlay Mackay from Melvich, Portskerra in Sutherland two years ago.


Wick High School moth expert's collection gets digitised

Wick High School moth expert's collection gets digitised

Wick High School moth expert's collection gets digitised

10 March 2024

Did you know there was a moth enthusiast in Caithness in the 1950s, 60s and 70s who amassed a collection of over 900 specimens?


Award-winning Highland teenage journalist 'fiercely proud' to take on RASASH charity ambassador role

Award-winning Highland teenage journalist 'fiercely proud' to take on RASASH charity ambassador role

Award-winning Highland teenage journalist 'fiercely proud' to take on RASASH charity ambassador role

08 March 2024

'I wish for a world where all survivors can seize the freedom and empowerment to write their own narrative too.'


Following in the footsteps of ancient Caithness pilgrims – History talk in Thurso

Following in the footsteps of ancient Caithness pilgrims – History talk in Thurso

Following in the footsteps of ancient Caithness pilgrims – History talk in Thurso

06 March 2024

Caithness Family History Society welcomes Jane Coll to its meeting on March 12, where she will give a talk about the Northern Pilgrims’ Way.


Strange story behind mysterious bundle on Keiss beach

Strange story behind mysterious bundle on Keiss beach

Strange story behind mysterious bundle on Keiss beach

04 March 2024

A rusty brown bundle of rubbery sheets has washed up on the shoreline of Keiss beach and harbours a tale of shipwrecks and environmental disaster.


'Is motorsport Fabulous, or Frivolous?' – attend free talk in Thurso to find out

'Is motorsport Fabulous, or Frivolous?' – attend free talk in Thurso to find out

'Is motorsport Fabulous, or Frivolous?' – attend free talk in Thurso to find out

04 March 2024

The Thurso branch of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers announces a talk by the renowned engineer and motorsport fanatic, Dr Peter Hylton.


Highlands, Islands and Moray’s leading business magazine launches podcast

Highlands, Islands and Moray’s leading business magazine launches podcast

Highlands, Islands and Moray’s leading business magazine launches podcast

01 March 2024

The Executive Podcast provides exclusive interviews with business owners, industry experts, and thought leaders.


IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

01 March 2024

Brian Mackay (54) explores the basics of cybersecurity in his new book, Cybersecurity Fundamentals Explained.


HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

01 March 2024

The 17th Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards, which launches today, celebrates the best tourism businesses in the Highlands.


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