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ScotRail train looks a little lost… after train decked in Fife livery winds up on Far North Line in Caithness

Rail passengers on the Far North Line did a double take when their train turned up decked entirely in livery for a new branch line... in Fife.

Motorcyclist in hospital after crash on North Coast 500

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash on the A838 near Loch Eriboll.

Don’t let your trampolines blow away, Network Rail Scotland warns amid forecast for strong winds

Rail chiefs have also urged people to ensure patio furniture is properly secure amid fears over the impact of windblown debris on Highland railways.

Lejog bereavement charity ride by cyclist who lost both parents at a young age

James Beeson is cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats (Lejog) to raise funds for a children and young people’s national bereavement charity.

No injuries reported after Bilbster crash

A car was witnessed lying on its side after a road incident on the A882 at Bilbster yesterday afternoon (September 7).

Scottish airline strikes deal to look at electrifying flights to the Highlands

A Scottish airline that uses Inverness Airport as a major hub is exploring the use of hybrid-electric aeroplanes on its routes.

Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

Planned reduced speed limits across the structure with intermittent overnight lane closures.

New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

Moves are under way to replace ageing High-Speed Trains fleet operating on InterCity routes between Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.

Roadworks to start next week at busy Thurso junction

Roadworks lasting up to three weeks are due to get under way at the start of next week at the busy A9/A836 Toll junction in Thurso.

Average speed cameras set to go live on notorious stretch of road

Delayed average speed cameras intended to be used during the summer to catch speeding North Coast 500 motorists are finally going live.

A9 resurfacing works between Slochd and Findhorn Bridge set for next phase in September

The second phase of A9 resurfacing works is set to start on September 8, with temporary lane closures.

ScotRail’s resumption of mothballed Far North and Kyle services welcomed by MSP

The return of temporarily axed ScotRail services on the Far North and Kyle lines has been welcomed by a local MSP.

North MSP agrees safety on A9 ‘remains a significant concern’

Maree Todd MSP has contacted Transport Scotland to highlight concerns raised by Councillor Matthew Reiss and to ask about plans for any improvements.

And they’re off… fleet of EV vehicles takes on NC500 in EV Rally of Scotland

A fleet of electric vehicles has set off from Inverness on a 600-mile challenge that will take in swathes of the North Coast 500.

ScotRail services mothballed earlier this summer to return to Far North and Kyle line timetables

Several mothballed rail journeys on the Far North and Kyle lines will be reintroduced from next week - bringing relief to fed-up train passengers.

ScotRail cancels several trains due to ex-Hurricane Ernesto aftermath and crew shortages

Weather and staff shortages have sparked the cancellation of several rail services in the north on Thursday.

Diesel spillage reported in Thurso

An “extensive” diesel spillage has been reported in the Thurso area this afternoon, affecting roads as far away as Dounreay and beyond.

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ScotRail train looks a little lost… after train decked in Fife livery winds up on Far North Line in Caithness

Motorcyclist in hospital after crash on North Coast 500

Motorcyclist in hospital after crash on North Coast 500

Don’t let your trampolines blow away, Network Rail Scotland warns amid forecast for strong winds

Don’t let your trampolines blow away, Network Rail Scotland warns amid forecast for strong winds

Lejog bereavement charity ride by cyclist who lost both parents at a young age

Lejog bereavement charity ride by cyclist who lost both parents at a young age

No injuries reported after Bilbster crash

No injuries reported after Bilbster crash

Scottish airline strikes deal to look at electrifying flights to the Highlands

Scottish airline strikes deal to look at electrifying flights to the Highlands

Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

Roadworks to start next week at busy Thurso junction

Roadworks to start next week at busy Thurso junction

Average speed cameras set to go live on notorious stretch of road

Average speed cameras set to go live on notorious stretch of road

A9 resurfacing works between Slochd and Findhorn Bridge set for next phase in September

A9 resurfacing works between Slochd and Findhorn Bridge set for next phase in September

ScotRail’s resumption of mothballed Far North and Kyle services welcomed by MSP

ScotRail’s resumption of mothballed Far North and Kyle services welcomed by MSP

North MSP agrees safety on A9 ‘remains a significant concern’

North MSP agrees safety on A9 ‘remains a significant concern’

And they’re off… fleet of EV vehicles takes on NC500 in EV Rally of Scotland

And they’re off… fleet of EV vehicles takes on NC500 in EV Rally of Scotland

ScotRail services mothballed earlier this summer to return to Far North and Kyle line timetables

ScotRail services mothballed earlier this summer to return to Far North and Kyle line timetables

ScotRail cancels several trains due to ex-Hurricane Ernesto aftermath and crew shortages

ScotRail cancels several trains due to ex-Hurricane Ernesto aftermath and crew shortages

Diesel spillage reported in Thurso

Diesel spillage reported in Thurso

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