NEWS

New crofting representative sets out priorities for year ahead

The new chairman of the Scottish Crofting Federation says there is much to do to fight for the future of crofting.

Black ice on Caithness roads

Highland Council warn of black ice on Caithness roads and across the far north this morning. Rain, sleet and hale showers.

Could you live alongside lynx?

The Highlands could support around 400 wild lynx, according to a project which wants to hear people's views on reintroducing the species to Scotland.

We can only gain wisdom by changing our ways of thinking

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: By the Rev David Macartney, North Coast Parish, Church of Scotland

North-coast farmer's antics in BBC2's This Farming Life prove popular

Television footage of a local farmer carrying out a spectacular tackle on a sheep nearly earned her a call up from a rugby team.

Community benefit from Melvich wind farm will be over £7m, says energy firm

Community benefit from a proposed wind farm near Melvich will amount to more than £7 million, according to the energy company behind the venture.

Charity warns against vaccine scams on the elderly

Age Scotland is warning older people to be on the look-out for Covid related scams after recent reports of 'heartless' tricks.

Highland Council formally rejects Boundary Commission’s proposals

The leader of Highland Council has formally written to the Local Government Boundary Commission rejecting its proposals.

Wall smashed in Wick accident

A 10ft section of wall at a residential property in Wick was smashed down after a road accident on Thurso Road this morning.

High Life Highland provides three venues to support vaccine rollout

Craig Maclean Leisure Centre, Badenoch Centre and Aviemore Community Centre will be used thanks to High Life Highland NHS Highland partnership.

First Minister confirms lockdown will remain in force until at least mid-February

Scotland's lockdown is to remain in force as Covid-19 transmission remains too high for restrictions to be relaxed, Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed.

WATCH: Storm Christoph snow warning extended towards Caithness

A SNOW warning has been extended to cover parts of the far north later this week, amid Met Office fears that Storm Christoph could cause disruption.

At least 34 Covid cases in Caithness based on latest seven-day testing period

There were at least 34 positive tests for Covid-19 in Caithness in the latest seven-day period recorded by Public Health Scotland.

Highland hospital Covid patient numbers almost double in a week

THIRTY-three Covid patients are now being treated in NHS Highland hospitals, but only 22 new positive tests were registered in the past 24 hours.

Caithness seafood company owner says export delays are 'certainly more than teething problems'

The owner of a Caithness shellfish company has taken issue with claims by UK government ministers that export delays amount to “teething problems”.

Wick manager Manson says scrapping Highland League season would be a last resort

Scrapping the Highland League season would be a "last resort", Wick Academy manager Gary Manson has said.

Stone welcomes army involvement in vaccine roll-out

MP Jamie Stone has welcomed news that the army has now been recruited to help establish 80 new Covid-19 vaccine centres in Scotland.

£1500 grant for taxi and private hire drivers

Licensed taxi and private hire drivers in Caithness now have the opportunity to take advantage of a new grant scheme.

£5000 funding allows Winter Pride 2021 to go ahead

Highland Pride is looking for creative people in Caithness to get involved in the LGBTQ+ community event next month.

Frost and ice on Caithness roads

Highland Council warn of frost and ice on Caithness roads and across the far north this morning.