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We must clamp down on people travelling to rural areas, says Jamie Stone

We must clamp down on people travelling to rural areas, says Jamie Stone

We must clamp down on people travelling to rural areas, says Jamie Stone

23 April 2020

Jamie Stone has spoken of his concern about the impact of coronavirus on rural communities after worrying research from the University of St Andrews.


Confirmed Highland coronavirus cases increase by three to new total of 214

Confirmed Highland coronavirus cases increase by three to new total of 214

Confirmed Highland coronavirus cases increase by three to new total of 214

23 April 2020

Three new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in the NHS Highland area, taking the overall total to 214.


Highland Council budget will have to be rewritten

Highland Council budget will have to be rewritten

Highland Council budget will have to be rewritten

23 April 2020

Highland Council will have to abandon the budget it agreed two months ago and rewrite it from top to bottom due to the impact of Covid-19.


Some lockdown measures could last into next year

Some lockdown measures could last into next year

Some lockdown measures could last into next year

23 April 2020

Nicola Sturgeon has outlined possible ways the lockdown could be eased but warned that “a return to normal is not on the cards in the near future”.


Caithness businessmen among finalists in IoD awards

Caithness businessmen among finalists in IoD awards

Caithness businessmen among finalists in IoD awards

23 April 2020

Two Caithness-based businessmen, Martin Murray and Dr Keith Nicholson, are among the finalists in the IoD Scotland Director of the Year Awards.


Survey launched by new Highland food and drink network

Survey launched by new Highland food and drink network

Survey launched by new Highland food and drink network

23 April 2020

A new food and drink network has launched a survey to help identify the needs of the industry and its workers in the Highlands and Islands.


Wick Thistle raise £1000 charity cash

Wick Thistle raise £1000 charity cash

Wick Thistle raise £1000 charity cash

23 April 2020

Wick Thistle FC are feeling grand after raising money for good causes.


Survey finds cash flow is 'a major worry' for crofters

Survey finds cash flow is 'a major worry' for crofters

Survey finds cash flow is 'a major worry' for crofters

23 April 2020

Cash flow, labour, contractors, supplies and veterinary care are the main problems being faced by crofters due to Covid-19, according to a survey.


Anger at pile of rubbish beside Castlehill harbour

Anger at pile of rubbish beside Castlehill harbour

Anger at pile of rubbish beside Castlehill harbour

23 April 2020

A Castletown woman has hit out after parts of an old boat and other items of rubbish were left near picnic tables at Castlehill harbour.


'Get your thinking caps on' as call goes out for quizzes and puzzles

'Get your thinking caps on' as call goes out for quizzes and puzzles

'Get your thinking caps on' as call goes out for quizzes and puzzles

22 April 2020

A call has gone out for quizzes on a local theme as a way of raising the spirits of vulnerable people in the Wick area who are coping with isolation.


Almost three-quarters of Covid-19 deaths have affected those over 75, says Sturgeon

Almost three-quarters of Covid-19 deaths have affected those over 75, says Sturgeon

Almost three-quarters of Covid-19 deaths have affected those over 75, says Sturgeon

22 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon issues new information about how the Scottish Government is tackling the infection in care homes.


Council issues more than 7500 school meals vouchers to Highland families

Council issues more than 7500 school meals vouchers to Highland families

Council issues more than 7500 school meals vouchers to Highland families

22 April 2020

Highland Council is continuing to provide free school meals through e-vouchers to families across the region while schools are closed.


North MSP urges public to watch out for scams amid coronavirus outbreak

North MSP urges public to watch out for scams amid coronavirus outbreak

North MSP urges public to watch out for scams amid coronavirus outbreak

22 April 2020

Gail Ross is urging her constituents to be on their guard for fraudsters and fake news following an increase in reports about scams.


Coronavirus deaths in Highland Council area confirmed at 22

Coronavirus deaths in Highland Council area confirmed at 22

Coronavirus deaths in Highland Council area confirmed at 22

22 April 2020

A total of 22 people have died because of confirmed or suspected coronavirus in the Highland Council area, new figures show.


Befriending volunteers stay in touch with temporary telephone service

Befriending volunteers stay in touch with temporary telephone service

Befriending volunteers stay in touch with temporary telephone service

22 April 2020

A popular local befriending service is adapting to the demands of social distancing by chatting over the phone rather than in person.


Memory discussion sheets going down well with care home residents

Memory discussion sheets going down well with care home residents

Memory discussion sheets going down well with care home residents

22 April 2020

A Thurso man's plan to help entertain vulnerable and elderly people has been a great success, according to the general manager of a local care home.


Gail Ross urges UK Government to extend Brexit deadline

Gail Ross urges UK Government to extend Brexit deadline

Gail Ross urges UK Government to extend Brexit deadline

22 April 2020

Gail Ross has called on the UK Government to extend the Brexit negotiation deadline to avoid a further economic hit on top of the Covid-19 crisis.


University of the Highlands and Islands supporting NHS response

University of the Highlands and Islands supporting NHS response

University of the Highlands and Islands supporting NHS response

22 April 2020

Students and staff from across the University of the Highlands and Islands are lending their skills and resources to support the health service.


'Overwhelming commitment' as PPP keeps up its care service

'Overwhelming commitment' as PPP keeps up its care service

'Overwhelming commitment' as PPP keeps up its care service

22 April 2020

Pulteneytown People's Project is continuing to provide around 400 hours of support weekly for the elderly in their own homes.


Online survey for Lybster area planning initiative

Online survey for Lybster area planning initiative

Online survey for Lybster area planning initiative

21 April 2020

A cancelled consultation for the Lybster, Clyth and Latheron area is now being offered as an online survey.


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