More than 12,000 sign delivery charges petition
A campaign to end the practice of unfair charges for the delivery of goods to the mainland Highlands has been backed by more than 12,000 people.
Loch Ness trail could lead to ‘huge economic boost’
A 360-degree trail around Loch Ness for walkers, cyclists and horse riders could bring a huge economic boost to the Highlands.
Holyrood plea as officials seered over building’s blue paint
A dispute over the blue painted doors and window frames of a former sheriff court building in Sutherland has reached the Scottish Government.
Wildcat project to concentrate on five key areas
A project to try to save Scottish wildcats from extinction is to halve the core areas where it will concentrate its efforts on protecting the species.
Council could bring in the Navy over Corran Ferry breakdowns
The latest break down of the Corran Ferry has left a council pondering bringing in the Navy.
Going hungry: The choice between food and rent
It was 2am when the phone rang – a hesitant yet increasingly urgent conversation which ended with an emergency referral to a food bank.
Thank you for love and support, says family of tragic Kayla
The family of a little girl killed in a horrific accident has thanked the local community for all of the love and support following the tragedy.
Plans for artificial Cairngorm Ski Slope to go on display
New details of the £4million plan to make Cairngorm Mountain a year-round attraction have been revealed.
World is your oyster with Loganair-BA deal
British Airways has announced a new codeshare agreement with Loganair which will allow passengers in the north to connect with the wider world.
Family brewery takes top accolade at World Beer Awards
A Highland brewery has picked up a top industry accolade for one of its ales and is in the running for another.
Elderly abuse charity ‘applauds’ sheriff for taking action
An elderly abuse charity has praised a sheriff for taking action to ensure a pensioner who was the victim of theft gets his money back.
Brain tumour diagnosis for Nairn County player
Loved ones have rallied round a Highland League footballer who has been diagnosed with a malignant brain tumour.
Minister calls on more men to work in nurseries
The need to recruit more men into childcare was highlighted as a Scottish Government minister opened a newly refurbished nursery yesterday.
First birthday for babies born to twins on same day
They are the twin brothers who hit the headlines when they became dads on the same day.
Study reveals vital role of tourism in Scotland
The Highlands welcomes more overnight visitors than Glasgow each year, according to a study showing the industry’s “vital impact” on local communities.
Final seal of approval for new town recommended
Controversial plans for a new town in the Highlands are poised to get the final seal of approval later this week.
Reach for The Skye on an Island Adventure This Summer
Reach for the Skye on an island adventure this summer
Culbokie Inn: Home comforts at couthy village inn
A weekend at a caravan at Nairn bizarrely found us at a remote pub on the Black Isle after a recommendation from friends.
Highland carer to face patient death hearing
A care home worker has been accused of contributing to a resident’s death by failing to protect her from falling out of bed.
Child airlifted to hospital after being rescued from Highland coast
A young child has been airlifted to hospital after being pulled from the water in the Highlands.
West Highlands shaken by biggest quake in region for 30 years
The largest earthquake to be felt in the west Highlands of Scotland in more than 30 years was recorded on Friday.
Acute staff shortages mean restricted admissions to New Craigs
Admissions to the only psychiatric hospital in the Highlands have been restricted due to acute staff shortages.
Helmsdale couple tie the knot at Belladrum chapel
Belladrum music festival has once again lived up to its hype as an alternatively romantic wedding venue.
Economic boom for Highlands as thousands attend Bella and Black Isle Show
The Highlands is expected to cash in on up to £10million as thousands flocked to the Black Isle Show and Belladrum music festival yesterday.
American medical teams tour north and north-east to learn from Scottish children’s hospitals
A group of healthcare experts from America are touring the north and north-east of Scotland this week to learn how Scottish hospitals are improving care for children.
Multi-million pound plans for motorsport heritage centre revealed
A charitable trust is being formed to push forward plans for a £25 million Scottish National Motorsport Heritage Centre at the Rest and Be Thankful in Argyll.
Divers inspect new pontoons
Divers were inspecting a new pontoon development in Oban yesterday.
Family’s plea to have missing hostel owner declared dead
The family of a man believed to have drowned in an Argyll freshwater loch is taking steps to have him declared legally dead.
Oban pontoons are officially open
Oban’s £2.5million publicly-funded pontoon development has opened just in time for the busiest sailing event in the town’s calendar.
Oban’s celebrity cat joins cafe craze
The “cat cafe” craze has become a global phenomenon, and now a soup kitchen in Oban is the latest to be feline groovy.
Council under fire over Oban pontoon development
A council has come under fire after yachts were caught using its multi-million pound pontoon development free of charge – and before it has officially opened.
Bishops from Scotland to Scandinavia take pilgrimage to Orkney to honour St Magnus
Bishops from Scotland, England and Scandinavia congregated in Orkney at the weekend for an historic pilgrimage to mark the 900th anniversary of the death of St Magnus.
