Three vehicle road traffic collision on the A9 at Halkirk
A road traffic collision involving three vehicles has occurred on the A9 near Halkirk.
Annual Whale and Dolphin Watch to take place later this month
The annual National Whale and Dolphin Watch is set to take place this year from Saturday July 28 to Sunday August 5, with people from all walks of life encouraged to come and have a go as the event enters its 16th year.
Boost for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance as new supporter brought on board
A property firm with offices across the north is raising money to bring a new air ambulance to the region, potentially saving countless lives.
Aviemore youngster to represent Team GB at Youth Sailing World Championships
A young Highland sailor is set to rub shoulders with the best in the business as she competes in the Great Britain team at the 2018 Youth Sailing World Championships later this month.
Scottish Salmon Company announced as headline sponsor for Lochcarron Highland Games
With just one week to go until the Lochcarron Highland Games celebrates its 40th anniversary, The Scottish Salmon Company has been announced as the headline event sponsor for the second year in a row.
Shetland Islands Council issues appeal to concerned private water supply users
An appeal has been issued by Shetland Islands Council relating to those who may have concerns over their private water supplies drying up during the current spell of dry weather.
Road traffic collision on the A939 Nairn to Grantown road
Emergency services attended a two vehicle road traffic collision at Nairn this afternoon, with two casualties taken to hospital as a result.
Pressures on NHS services prompt increase in referrals to Inverness’ MacKenzie Centre
As pressures on NHS services are felt, new services are being offered to users of the MacKenzie Centre as referrals to the Inverness facility continue to rise.
Enterprise team from Kirkwall Grammar School crowned Scottish Company of the Year
A young enterprise team from Kirkwall Grammar School has been crowned this year’s Scottish Company of the Year by Young Enterprise Scotland.
Ambitious plans unveiled for Scotland’s first salmon tourism visitor centre
Plans for Scotland’s first salmon tourism visitor centre have been unveiled.
Preparations step up for this year’s Inverness Highland Games
Preparations for the Inverness Highland Games next week are well underway with further events announced yesterday being added to this year’s line up.
Search for missing pensioner in Orkney continues
Efforts to locate an 88-year-old missing man in Orkney continue, as police issue a new appeal asking residents to “remain vigilant”.
Consultant sought over Scapa Flow museum redevelopment
Orkney Islands Council is seeking to employ an experienced consultant to oversee the multi-million-pound redevelopment of the Scapa Flow Museum.
Highland Council issues advice on private water supplies
Highland Council has issued advice to owners of private water supplies and landlords of tenants on private water supplies that the provision of water to their properties is their own responsibility.
Northern Isles school pupils are calling for passenger’s attention
School pupils from the Northern Isles are briefing passengers and crew in newly vamped safety announcements on board three NorthLink ferries.
Archive of Harris Tweed industry documented by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar
It is famed the world over, even featuring on a famous pair of Nike trainers, but now a comprehensive and detailed history of Harris Tweed has been compiled by the local authority, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar.
Gerry Cinnamon announced as Belladrum’s secret special guest
With little over three weeks to go, the Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival’s secret guest has been revealed as Scottish singer Gerry Cinnamon.
Diver found unconscious off Caithness coast dies
A diver found unconscious in the sea near Wick has died.
67-year-old dies in diving incident off Wick
Police Scotland have confirmed a diver has died following an incident off the Caithness coast this afternoon.
Scientists appeal for honey samples from Scottish beehives
Scientists have issued an appeal for samples of honey from across the north in a bid to better understand the factors which can alter honey yields and the size and health of honeybee populations.
Swimmer makes a splash to be first solo champion and conquer the Minch
There were mixed fortunes for a trio of Scots swimmers attempting to become the first to conquer the Minch, as two were forced to abandon the challenge within sight of the finishing line - but one succeeding.
64-year-old motorcyclist dies after crash on A82
A 64-year-old male motorcyclist has died following a crash on the A82 earlier today.
Restoration works underway at Castle Moil on Skye
Works to restore an iconic 15th-century castle are well underway with pointing work expected to begin today on Castle Moil in Kyleakin.
Police called to dog left in car in Wick in sweltering heat
A man is to be reported to the procurator fiscal after a dog was reported to be overheating in a car in Caithness.
Award-winning Scottish fiddler to feature at HebCelt festival
A renowned Scottish fiddler who forged a career playing and educating the next generation of fiddlers around the globe is to perform at this year’s HebCelt festival.
Buddha takes up residency on Inverness street
Locals in Inverness were left perplexed yesterday morning, after waking up to find a Buddha had taken up residency on a pedestrian path.
Highland Council completes purchase of Bridge Street site
Highland Council has completed the £5.275million purchase of a eyesore-buildings in the centre of Inverness to redevelop.
Inverness College UHI achieves student carers recognition award
Inverness College UHI has become one of the first institutions in Scotland to receive the Carers Trust Going Higher for Student Carers Recognition Award.
Public urged to check for tick bites by Fort William doctor
A top Lyme disease expert has issued a warning to people venturing the outdoors to beware of ticks as the Highlands experiences one of the hottest summers in recent years.
Police launch appeal following sexual assault in Fort William
Police are hunting an attacker who carried out a serious sexual assault in Lochaber.
Fire crews required in Nairn and Boat of Garten
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were called to three separate incidents yesterday, as emergency attention was required twice in Nairn and once in Boat of Garten.
Police and Fire issue stern warning about deliberate fire starting in Nairn
The dangers of deliberately starting fires during the summer months has been highlighted by Police in Nairn.