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Staxigoe swimmers mark International Women's Day by raising cash for Women's Aid group

Staxigoe swimmers mark International Women's Day by raising cash for Women's Aid group

Staxigoe swimmers mark International Women's Day by raising cash for Women's Aid group

13 March 2023

A group of Caithness swimmers celebrated International Women's Day last week with a buffet lunch and wild swim.


Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

Healthcare hero of the year awarded to Raigmore trauma surgeon Andy Kent OBE

13 March 2023

Mr Kent has travelled to war and disaster zones in order to lend his medical expertise to those in need.


It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

13 March 2023

The community council is leading a series of events during this year’s Scottish Spring Clean.


More than 50 medical kits handed in for Caithness man's Ukraine appeal

More than 50 medical kits handed in for Caithness man's Ukraine appeal

More than 50 medical kits handed in for Caithness man's Ukraine appeal

13 March 2023

The Caithness man leading an appeal for medical supplies for civilians caught up in the war in Ukraine says he is pleased with the response so far.


Nucleus exhibition showcases 'the amazing women of Caithness'

Nucleus exhibition showcases 'the amazing women of Caithness'

Nucleus exhibition showcases 'the amazing women of Caithness'

12 March 2023

Caithness women who achieved prominence across many walks of life are featured in a new exhibition at Nucleus in Wick during Women’s History Month.


PICTURES: All the winners at Highland Heroes

PICTURES: All the winners at Highland Heroes

PICTURES: All the winners at Highland Heroes

12 March 2023

The annual celebration of unsung heroes of our community was organised by Highland News and Media.


Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

12 March 2023

The owners of Dunnet Bay Distillers, ensure that their customers can join them on their earth-loving journey by making recycling as easy as possible.


WATCH: Main Highland Heroes sponsor explains what makes event so special

WATCH: Main Highland Heroes sponsor explains what makes event so special

WATCH: Main Highland Heroes sponsor explains what makes event so special

12 March 2023

More than a dozen individuals and groups were honoured at the annual Highland Heroes awards.


Trio of charities split cash raised at Highland Heroes

Trio of charities split cash raised at Highland Heroes

Trio of charities split cash raised at Highland Heroes

12 March 2023

Highland and Islands Blood Bikes, Befrienders Highland and James Support Group to benefit.


WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

12 March 2023

A HIGHLAND charity couriering vital medical supplies across the region was named Charitable Organisation of the Year at the Highland Heroes.


WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

WATCH: Super carer gives shout out to "bestie" as she picks up Highland Hero award

12 March 2023

Louise Borland scooped carer of the year for her work with a young boy she calls her best friend.


WATCH: Volunteer of the year inspired by son to help those with disabilities get to grips with golf

WATCH: Volunteer of the year inspired by son to help those with disabilities get to grips with golf

WATCH: Volunteer of the year inspired by son to help those with disabilities get to grips with golf

12 March 2023

Ronnie Mitchell's accolade for helping people with disabilities enjoy the challenging game of golf was warmly cheered from around the room.


WATCH: Inverness search and rescue team flying high after winning Highland Heroes 2023 nomination for emergency service of the year

WATCH: Inverness search and rescue team flying high after winning Highland Heroes 2023 nomination for emergency service of the year

WATCH: Inverness search and rescue team flying high after winning Highland Heroes 2023 nomination for emergency service of the year

12 March 2023

The team regularly come to the aid of those in need with their everyday heroics and bravery in the face of grave danger.


WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

12 March 2023

AN Inverness primary school has been named School of the Year at the Highland Heroes 2023 ceremony on Friday.


PICTURES: Highland Heroes brings joy to hundreds of people

PICTURES: Highland Heroes brings joy to hundreds of people

PICTURES: Highland Heroes brings joy to hundreds of people

11 March 2023

More than 300 people were in attendance to celebrate unsung heroes of our region's communities last night.


WATCH: Brave Child of the Year melts hearts at start of Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Brave Child of the Year melts hearts at start of Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Brave Child of the Year melts hearts at start of Highland Heroes 2023

11 March 2023

Grace got the evening off to a touching start when she asked that the other nominees be invited up to the stage with her.


WATCH: Secondary School Pupil of the Year has become role model for volunteering

WATCH: Secondary School Pupil of the Year has become role model for volunteering

WATCH: Secondary School Pupil of the Year has become role model for volunteering

11 March 2023

Olivia says she gets so much in return from volunteering that she's unlikely to ever look back.


Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

11 March 2023

Suzy Reid is the community champion at this year's Highland Heroes. Read more about her story, here.


Fundraiser of the year 'did it for her mum'

Fundraiser of the year 'did it for her mum'

Fundraiser of the year 'did it for her mum'

11 March 2023

Chloe Tuach won the fundraiser of the year category at Highland Heroes. Read more about her story, here.


WATCH: Primary Pupil of the Year 'probably the most enthusiastic volunteer we have ever had!'

WATCH: Primary Pupil of the Year 'probably the most enthusiastic volunteer we have ever had!'

WATCH: Primary Pupil of the Year 'probably the most enthusiastic volunteer we have ever had!'

11 March 2023

Kornelia Porozynska's boundless enthusiasm and compassion touched judges of the Primary School Pupil of the Year category.


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