Environment

On one hand, tourism from the NC500 is vital to the Highland economy, but on the other hand, many communities feel they are at breaking point.

As the North Coast 500 marks its 10th anniversary, our podcast discusses the issues that the popular route have brought, as well as the benefits.

Carol Gunn of Ackergill is buzzing with excitement after winning a gold medal at the Honey Madness Cup in Poland on March 1.

A Caithness-based countryside ranger has outlined issues faced by wildlife from the invasive American mink and steps taken to monitor the creature.

A proposed five-turbine wind farm mooted for a site near Thurso has been refused by planners despite changes made to a previous application.

The prospect of satellite launches from the mothballed north Sutherland spaceport has been rekindled.

Thurso is to get its own version of The Repair Shop, allowing those with a much-loved item that has seen better days to have it fixed free of charge.

Crofters are being warned they could be turfed out if they neglect their duties.

Rural communities and tourism businesses can be exposed to risks of out-of-control wildfires as spring gets under way, emergency workers have warned.

Food and drink businesses in the region can get support with their net zero ambitions thanks to a new support programme.

Thurso beach had a colourful display of flags and temporary art at a special event to bring the community together and address mental health issues.

Highland based food and drink producers have until March 28 to enquire about a new support programme aimed at helping the sector cut carbon emissions.

Bird watchers in Caithness and north Sutherland are being asked to keep a keen eye out for small brown birds with colourful rings.

Rebecca Gay of SSEN Transmission outlines the positive impacts the electricity network supplier argues will come from the Spittal-Beauly overhead line

As spring approaches, many were delighted to attend the Snowdrop Day event at Thrumster House on Saturday.

Holyrood Notebook by Edward Mountain

Campaigners from Caithness and Sutherland are among those who have joined forces to demand a rethink on large-scale energy developments in the north.

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Hike or bike to Ben Bhraggie above Golspie leads to fine views, but the easier tracks for cycling are in the glen below

Far North MP Jamie Stone and Highland MSP Ariane Burgess issued statements after Ofgem confirmed an energy price cap rise from April.

Dunnet Climate Cafe organised a special event at the weekend for local people to show their love for the community forest at Dunnet.