Emergency crews and police respond to reports of person spotted off Highland coast
Emergency crews were called out to the west coast at the weekend following reports of a person in the water.
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Pioneering minibus scheme will open up opportunities for many people in Gairloch
A pioneering project has been launched to help solve community transport issues in a Wester Ross village - and save Highland Council £20,000 a year.
Shock in Gairloch as thief kicks down restaurant doors to steal takings and charity box
A Gairloch couple were left shocked and distressed after someone broke into their restaurant and stole an evening's takings.
Police investigating break-in at Gairloch Golf Club
A Highland golf club was extensively damaged during a break-in at the weekend.
SPONSORED: Popular Gairloch camping and holiday resort turns 50
Sands Caravan and Camping is celebrating its 50th anniversary this May! Lots of options and first class facilities mean the family-owned holiday destination remains as popular as ever.
Family celebrate 50 years operating Sands Caravan and Camping Park in Gairloch
A popular Highland caravan and camping site has celebrated a milestone golden anniversary under the operation of one family.
Dashcam footage sought after motorcyclist left with ‘life-changing’ injuries
An appeal for information has been issued by police after a motorcyclist was left with “life-changing” injuries following a crash on the A832 Cromarty to Ullapool road near Gairloch.
Road closed after two-vehicle collision on Highland road
A stretch of the A832 has been closed following a crash.
Fire crews continue to battle wildfire near to power station on road to Gairloch
Firefighters remain at the scene of a large wildfire along the A832 between Achnasheen and Gairloch.
Footage of herring spawning sparks hopes for north fishing revival
Hopes have been raised for the future of the north's fishing industry after large shoals of herring were filmed spawning off the north-west coast.
Homes development worth £1.2m will offer vital carer support for elderly and disabled in Highland village
A £1.2 million specialist housing development aiming to keep more elderly and disabled in their home Wester Ross village was last night welcomed.
New licence application submitted for Gairloch waste water works
Scottish Water has lodged a new application to amend its discharge licence at Gairloch following a campaign by locals concerned about non-ultra-violet treated waste water being discharged at sea.
GALLERY: Space, privacy and great views for this eco-friendly Highland home
Step inside this beautifully situated eco home in an outstanding location close to the coastline and with magnificent views over the Western Isles and Torridons, writes Susan Welsh.
Blas festival opens in Inverness, Stornoway, Acharacle and Broadford
A festival celebrating the best the Highlands has to offer in the way of Gaelic culture, music, dance and food has opened across the region.
Gairloch community garden enhanced after generous boat donation
A community garden in Gairloch that featured on the Beechgrove Garden has been enhanced by the addition of an old and no longer seaworthy boat.
Three daredevils to brave jellyfish, fatigue and cold water to swim the Minch
Three long distance Scottish swimmers are to attempt a 25-mile crossing of the Minch - hoping to become the first ever to complete the swim and defeat swarms of stinging jellyfish.
Success for left-handed golf tournament in Muir of Ord
It’s not often you see more than one on a golf course.
Waverley steamer set for visit to Western Isles
The last sea-going paddle steamer in the world is set to visit the Western Isles later this month for four days only.
Body found in search for missing pensioner
A body has been found in the search for a missing Highlands pensioner.
Search launched in Highlands for missing elderly woman
A land, sea and air search is underway for an elderly woman reported missing in the Gairloch area in the early hours of this morning.
Abandoned wasteland transformed into vibrant community space in Gairloch
An abandoned area of wasteland in Gairloch has been transformed into a vibrant community space so residents can enjoy the sights from across the Loch.
Spawning ground for herring uncovered in Gairloch
It could soon be a return towards the great days of herring fishing off Scotland’s west coast.
Two people who died after car plunged into Highland loch are named
Police have confirmed the names of the man and woman who died following the one-vehicle collision at Little Loch Broom yesterday.
Scottish Water back down on Loch Gairloch treatment plans
A Wester Ross community was celebrating last night after Scottish Water withdrew plans to reduce treatment of waste water after a public outcry.
Gairloch community rallies to protest against sewage plans
The Gairloch community has taken to its beaches to demonstrate against Scottish Water’s plans to downgrade the current water treatment works to a system that will produce a dirtier discharge into the waters of Loch Gairloch.
Fury at six-week wait for cancer check
Health chiefs have apologised after a 61-year-old woman with suspected cancer of the womb was told she would have to wait “two to three months” for an emergency examination at hospital.
Bottlenose dolphins to blame for porpoise death
Forget their cute image - dolphins are being blamed by experts for the brutal killing of a harbour porpoise in Wester Ross.
Outlander stars support Gairloch Heritage Museum
Stars of the hit drama Outlander have lent their support to Gairloch Heritage Museum’s fundraising efforts.
Six year-old boy being treated in hospital after being airlifted from Gairloch beach
A six year-old boy who was pulled from the water at a beach in Wester Ross has been transferred to a specialist hospital in Edinburgh.
Child airlifted to hospital after being pulled from water at Gairloch beach
A young child was airlifted to hospital after being pulled from the water at a beach in Wester Ross yesterday afternoon.
Government snubs Highland community’s right-to-buy bid
A Highland community is considering an appeal after the Scottish Government rejected its bid to purchase a lighthouse keeper's house.
Skippers could be forced to sell up because of “ridiculous” ruling
A west coast fisherman has spoken out about "impossible" Home Office rules that he claims could drive him out of business.