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Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

24 February 2023
Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

Simon launches debut poetry collection and says 'it gives you a world to go and explore'

24 February 2023

Simon Lamb gives an insight into his debut collection of poetry, A Passing On of Shells – consisting of 50 poems, each written in exactly 50 words.


Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

15 January 2023
Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

Brandon set for double A-side release and tour culminating in Eden Court date

15 January 2023

Brandon McPhee says he is offering "something out of the norm" with his latest single release as he gears up for a busy spell on the road next month.


Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

15 January 2023
Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

Help beat the ‘litter emergency’

15 January 2023

Community groups and individuals are being urged to play their part in tackling Scotland’s “litter emergency” this spring.


Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

12 January 2023
Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

12 January 2023

Prince Harry has revealed how he "serenaded" Caithness seals – and concluded that his wife Meghan must have magic powers when the animals sang back.


Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022
Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022

Health professionals in the Highlands are seeing an "exceptionally large" rise in cases of flu, leading to increased pressure on hospitals.


Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

16 December 2022
Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

Morning inspection ahead of Accies v Caley Thistle clash

16 December 2022

There will be a pitch inspection at New Douglas Park at 7.45am on Saturday ahead of Caley Thistle's cinch Championship match against Hamilton Accies.


Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

17 September 2022
Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

Highland glass artist reflects on 50 years of Mastermind designs

17 September 2022

As the legendary TV quiz reaches its half-century, Wick glass artist Denis Mann gives an insight into his unique, ongoing contribution to Mastermind.


Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

25 August 2022
Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

Manager says Clachnacuddin have to get out of ‘wee rut’

25 August 2022

Five defeats in six league games for Inverness outfit.


Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

20 June 2022
Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

Survey finds more people are embracing the outdoors post-lockdown

20 June 2022

More people are embracing the benefits of walking and spending time outdoors as a result of their experiences during Covid, research has confirmed.


Steven Mackay making a 'life-changing' difference to children with 10-day NC500 run

23 May 2022
Steven Mackay making a 'life-changing' difference to children with 10-day NC500 run

Steven Mackay making a 'life-changing' difference to children with 10-day NC500 run

23 May 2022

Steven Mackay has been praised for making a "life-changing" difference to children across the north through his latest long-distance fundraising run.


North surfing trio to fly the flag for Scotland at European junior championships

07 May 2022
North surfing trio to fly the flag for Scotland at European junior championships

North surfing trio to fly the flag for Scotland at European junior championships

07 May 2022

Three teenagers from the far north are looking forward to testing themselves against the best young surfers from across the continent this summer.


Celebrations tinged with sadness as north motoring heritage centre is officially opened

20 April 2022
Celebrations tinged with sadness as north motoring heritage centre is officially opened

Celebrations tinged with sadness as north motoring heritage centre is officially opened

20 April 2022

A new motoring heritage attraction in the north Highlands has been described as "absolutely fantastic" and an asset to the region as a whole.


Highland man recalls his working life in army, lighthouse service and police force in fundraising book

14 April 2022
Highland man recalls his working life in army, lighthouse service and police force in fundraising book

Highland man recalls his working life in army, lighthouse service and police force in fundraising book

14 April 2022

David Fraser has written a book about his experiences in the army, the lighthouse service and the police force as a motor neurone disease fundraiser.


Road repairs ‘grind to a halt’ due to war-related sanctions

30 March 2022
Road repairs ‘grind to a halt’ due to war-related sanctions

Road repairs ‘grind to a halt’ due to war-related sanctions

30 March 2022

Pothole repairs across the Highland Council area are grinding to a halt as a result of the UK’s trade sanctions against Russia, it has been claimed.


Call for hillwalkers and mountaineers to take extra care after rise in emergency shouts

09 March 2022
Call for hillwalkers and mountaineers to take extra care after rise in emergency shouts

Call for hillwalkers and mountaineers to take extra care after rise in emergency shouts

09 March 2022

Hillwalkers and mountaineers are being urged by police to plan ahead and take extra care in the coming weeks following a recent spate of tragedies.


WATCH: North musician Brandon McPhee 'really proud' of grandad's New Year video

03 January 2022
WATCH: North musician Brandon McPhee 'really proud' of grandad's New Year video

WATCH: North musician Brandon McPhee 'really proud' of grandad's New Year video

03 January 2022

Brandon McPhee says he is "really proud" of his grandad after a video of the duo playing accordion tunes became a New Year hit on social media.


£10,000 gift for Raigmore ward from sales of north man's book

17 December 2021
£10,000 gift for Raigmore ward from sales of north man's book

£10,000 gift for Raigmore ward from sales of north man's book

17 December 2021

A hospital ward where patients receive cancer treatment has been given a £10,000 gift thanks to a Caithness man's storytelling abilities.


MSP Edward Mountain hails 'huge achievement' of armed services during 20-year Afghanistan deployment

04 September 2021
MSP Edward Mountain hails 'huge achievement' of armed services during 20-year Afghanistan deployment

MSP Edward Mountain hails 'huge achievement' of armed services during 20-year Afghanistan deployment

04 September 2021

Highlands and Islands MSP Edward Mountain has commended the sacrifices of service personnel during their 20-year deployment to Afghanistan.


PICTURES: self proclaimed Malawian Monster Zake Muluzi lifts his way to victory in John O'Groats Strongest Man Competition

25 August 2021
PICTURES: self proclaimed Malawian Monster Zake Muluzi lifts his way to victory in John O'Groats Strongest Man Competition

PICTURES: self proclaimed Malawian Monster Zake Muluzi lifts his way to victory in John O'Groats Strongest Man Competition

25 August 2021

Spectacular day for competitions in John O'Groats.


Group raises concerns over rising mental health referrals

23 August 2021
Group raises concerns over rising mental health referrals

Group raises concerns over rising mental health referrals

23 August 2021

A campaign group has warned that the need for better mental health provision locally is becoming "a humanitarian issue of the utmost importance".


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