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More farmers turning to renewable energy, study finds

A study has found that a majority of farmers have invested in renewable energy sources in an attempt to increase sustainability and greener living.

Balance is key to protect globally significant Flow Country, says MP Jamie Stone

Far north MP Jamie Stone says the worldwide significance of the Flow Country must be protected as an expected increase in visitors is expected.

Highland path repairs needed after increase in visitors to National Trust for Scotland land

The National Trust for Scotland has launched its annual appeal to raise funds to help repair and maintain footpaths in the Highlands and beyond.

Long grass in Wick is part of Highland Council biodiversity programme

Grass has been left uncut in Wick’s largest public park to help improve biodiversity as part of “rewilding” efforts, Highland Council has confirmed.

Flow Country joins Great Barrier Reef and Grand Canyon among Unesco World Heritage sites

Unesco World Heritage Site status for the Flow Country will unlock a raft of economic, environmental and social opportunities, it has been predicted.

Make it count for nature at Dunnet Head

People of all ages are being invited to a special day out to help nature at Dunnet Head next week.

Will Highland homes and businesses face a summer of stench and overflowing bins through waste workers strike?

Highland Council should know by early next month whether homes and businesses face a summer of overflowing bins and stench on the streets.

Caithness distillery marks 10 years in business with limited edition spirit

A far north distillery is raising a glass to 10 years in business by releasing a limited edition Caithness gin.

Focus North launches initiative to help organisations achieve climate change goals

A new partnership between Focus North and Net Zero Nation will support organisations in Caithness and Sutherland to achieve climate change goals.

UHI North set to launch new peatland restoration training class

A new peatland restoration project is to be launched to Caithness businesses in early September.

North Coast Trail looks to take big strides in Caithness

The charity behind a planned long-distance walking route along the north coast is aiming to have the Caithness section up and running by next summer.

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex to open office in London and expand its Forres base

Orbex will be the first UK rocket manufacturer to establish a base in London.

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Fighting for the right to roam on Kinder Scout

John Davidson heads for Derbyshire to enjoy a blustery run in the High Peak district – 92 years after the Kinder Mass Trespass

Caithness BDMLR teaches life-saving skills to volunteers at ‘fantastic’ training day

Life-saving skills were learnt at a BDMLR training day, which saw “stunning weather” and volunteers from across the Highlands taking part.

Weather centre at Rumster gets go ahead despite objection

A planning application for an all-weather forest centre at Rumster has been successful despite an objection by a disability group over toilet access.

Fund set to provide rural communities with adverse weather supplies

Homes across Caithness are set to benefit from a UK wide electric distribution fund.

Shock award for Caithness artist

A Caithness artist talked of her shock at receiving an award for a national competition she had forgotten she had entered.

ENVIRONMENT

More farmers turning to renewable energy, study finds

Balance is key to protect globally significant Flow Country, says MP Jamie Stone

Balance is key to protect globally significant Flow Country, says MP Jamie Stone

Highland path repairs needed after increase in visitors to National Trust for Scotland land

Highland path repairs needed after increase in visitors to National Trust for Scotland land

Long grass in Wick is part of Highland Council biodiversity programme

Long grass in Wick is part of Highland Council biodiversity programme

Flow Country joins Great Barrier Reef and Grand Canyon among Unesco World Heritage sites

Flow Country joins Great Barrier Reef and Grand Canyon among Unesco World Heritage sites

Make it count for nature at Dunnet Head

Make it count for nature at Dunnet Head

Will Highland homes and businesses face a summer of stench and overflowing bins through waste workers strike?

Will Highland homes and businesses face a summer of stench and overflowing bins through waste workers strike?

Caithness distillery marks 10 years in business with limited edition spirit

Caithness distillery marks 10 years in business with limited edition spirit

Focus North launches initiative to help organisations achieve climate change goals

Focus North launches initiative to help organisations achieve climate change goals

UHI North set to launch new peatland restoration training class

UHI North set to launch new peatland restoration training class

North Coast Trail looks to take big strides in Caithness

North Coast Trail looks to take big strides in Caithness

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex to open office in London and expand its Forres base

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex to open office in London and expand its Forres base

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Fighting for the right to roam on Kinder Scout

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Fighting for the right to roam on Kinder Scout

Caithness BDMLR teaches life-saving skills to volunteers at ‘fantastic’ training day

Caithness BDMLR teaches life-saving skills to volunteers at ‘fantastic’ training day

Weather centre at Rumster gets go ahead despite objection

Weather centre at Rumster gets go ahead despite objection

Fund set to provide rural communities with adverse weather supplies

Fund set to provide rural communities with adverse weather supplies

Shock award for Caithness artist

Shock award for Caithness artist

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