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Multiple deaths on A9 sparks furious letter from Fergus Ewing to the transport secretary

Multiple deaths on A9 sparks furious letter from Fergus Ewing to the transport secretary

He writes that ‘after nearly a quarter of a century of neglect’ the Scottish Government ‘must do better than the caveated pledge.’


EXCLUSIVE: Council 'sorry' for Highland teacher’s 'inappropriate behaviour' towards girl (15)

EXCLUSIVE: Council 'sorry' for Highland teacher’s 'inappropriate behaviour' towards girl (15)

The local authority said ‘suitable and robust arrangements were not effectively put in place at school.’


Conon man who threw wood at neighbour jailed for a year

Conon man who threw wood at neighbour jailed for a year

A Conon Bridge man has been jailed for a year after tearing a piece of wood from a fence and throwing it at two people.


‘Good’ and satisfactory’ ratings for school after inspection

‘Good’ and satisfactory’ ratings for school after inspection

Inspectors have given a Black Isle school a mix of ‘satisfactory’ and ‘good’ ratings following their most recent visit.


‘Battling’ North of Scotland schools squad set sights on national glory

‘Battling’ North of Scotland schools squad set sights on national glory

A north schools’ under-15 select have reached the final of the Scottish Schools Cup.


And the most popular baby names in the Highlands in 2023 were…

And the most popular baby names in the Highlands in 2023 were…

The most popular baby names in the whole of Scotland in 2023 where Luca and Isla - but what topped the lists in the Highlands? Read on to find out.


Cowie impact hailed by Staggies skipper

Cowie impact hailed by Staggies skipper

Jack Baldwin says Ross County’s interim manager has been a “breath of fresh air” since taking over the reigns in Dingwall.


Tom Stoltman ‘delighted’ to scoop Influencer of the Year award

Tom Stoltman ‘delighted’ to scoop Influencer of the Year award

Tom Stoltman “delighted” to scoop award for Influencer of the Year in Sport, citing his heartfelt message to empower autistic people.


Lifesaving RNLI crew to host fundraising quiz night

Lifesaving RNLI crew to host fundraising quiz night

A quiz night in Kyle will raise money for the village's lifesaving RNLI crew.


Highland drug-driver caught after anonymous tip-off

Highland drug-driver caught after anonymous tip-off

Police officers located the car on the Cromarty Bridge.


Staggies stampeding towards Pittodrie

Staggies stampeding towards Pittodrie

Around 600 Ross County fans are set to make the trip to Aberdeen this weekend – and Don Cowie is delighted his side will have such strong backing.


NICKY MARR: Undoubtedly, lives will be saved by Duchess

NICKY MARR: Undoubtedly, lives will be saved by Duchess

Royal they may be, but they’re people too. Let’s grant them breathing space.


Wester Ross Salmon to hold meeting on controversial Lochbroom plans

Wester Ross Salmon to hold meeting on controversial Lochbroom plans

Wester Ross Salmon is set to provide “a platform for community discussion” tonight about controversial plans to build a feed barge on Lochbroom.


Dingwall Gaelic Choir founder with ‘wonderful voice’ passes away at 92

Dingwall Gaelic Choir founder with ‘wonderful voice’ passes away at 92

Dingwall Gaelic Choir founder who graced many concert platforms with her “wonderful” voice, passes away at 92 after a short illness.


Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

A Highland business has secured a four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with the local authority.


Former Staggies manager recruiting for backroom staff

Former Staggies manager recruiting for backroom staff

Derek Adams may be yet to officially find a new job after leaving Ross County, but he is already preparing for his next challenge.


RNLI-themed cake wins trophy in tribute to Kyle’s Pat Mucklow

RNLI-themed cake wins trophy in tribute to Kyle’s Pat Mucklow

A Wester Ross woman has won a trophy for her cake’s tribute to the Kyle of Lochalsh Lifeboat and a much-loved RNLI trailblazer.


Lottery boost for Ross-shire groups

Lottery boost for Ross-shire groups

A Ross-shire youth community group has secured £19,000 to help it provide afterschool activities, a supper club and holiday programmes for children.


VisitScotland announces visitor information centres to close over next two years

VisitScotland announces visitor information centres to close over next two years

VisitScotland has announced it will close its network of information centres over the next two years.


Minger from Tain ‘has maybe, finally, arrived’

Minger from Tain ‘has maybe, finally, arrived’

An Easter Ross Minger ‘has maybe finally arrived’ with a gold medal accolade that sees it ‘rub shoulders with the Gods of British Cheese’.


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