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EXPLAINED: Is SSEN between a rock and a hard place in delivering mega power line reinforcements across the Highlands?

18 June 2023
EXPLAINED: Is SSEN between a rock and a hard place in delivering mega power line reinforcements across the Highlands?

EXPLAINED: Is SSEN between a rock and a hard place in delivering mega power line reinforcements across the Highlands?

18 June 2023

Ambitious targets agreed by government have created a significant challenge for SSEN in the Highlands. Can it deliver amid hot controversy?


Kessock and Cromarty Bridges crossed as unicyclist races the sun in alcohol awareness challenge

18 June 2023
Kessock and Cromarty Bridges crossed as unicyclist races the sun in alcohol awareness challenge

Kessock and Cromarty Bridges crossed as unicyclist races the sun in alcohol awareness challenge

18 June 2023

A Tain man aiming to unicycle over eight of Scotland's bridges before sunset today has already ticked two in Ross-shire off his list.


Football legend's million reasons to ease Black Isle girl's agony

17 June 2023
Football legend's million reasons to ease Black Isle girl's agony

Football legend's million reasons to ease Black Isle girl's agony

17 June 2023

'Despite living by the sea for the past 16 years, I’ve never been in it, and Isla is the only reason I did'.


Black Isle regular Sir Ian Rankin takes a bow on big day at Buckingham Palace

14 June 2023
Black Isle regular Sir Ian Rankin takes a bow on big day at Buckingham Palace

Black Isle regular Sir Ian Rankin takes a bow on big day at Buckingham Palace

14 June 2023

The crime writer, a familiar face in the Highlands, enjoyed an Italian meal to end a perfect day.


WATCH: Black Isle care home launches summer of fun with music festival

13 June 2023
WATCH: Black Isle care home launches summer of fun with music festival

WATCH: Black Isle care home launches summer of fun with music festival

13 June 2023

Eilean Dubh Care Home in Fortrose kicked off a summer of fun with its own music festival.


Horngate backlash as Cromarty Firth cruise liner petition makes waves

08 June 2023
Horngate backlash as Cromarty Firth cruise liner petition makes waves

Horngate backlash as Cromarty Firth cruise liner petition makes waves

08 June 2023

A petition backing the sounding of cruise liner horns passing Cromarty has now been signed by 1600 people (and here's what it sounds like).


30 nights of A9 resurfacing work in Easter Ross – and here's when it starts

08 June 2023
30 nights of A9 resurfacing work in Easter Ross – and here's when it starts

30 nights of A9 resurfacing work in Easter Ross – and here's when it starts

08 June 2023

Everyone agrees many road surfaces desperately require attention.


POLL: Do you think cruise liners leaving the Cromarty Firth should be banned from sounding their horns?

06 June 2023
POLL: Do you think cruise liners leaving the Cromarty Firth should be banned from sounding their horns?

POLL: Do you think cruise liners leaving the Cromarty Firth should be banned from sounding their horns?

06 June 2023

A complaint from one resident unhappy about horns being sounded has triggered a petition in favour of the tradition remaining. What do you think?


Are mega cruise liners visiting the Cromarty Firth a visitor attraction in their own right?

06 June 2023
Are mega cruise liners visiting the Cromarty Firth a visitor attraction in their own right?

Are mega cruise liners visiting the Cromarty Firth a visitor attraction in their own right?

06 June 2023

Amid a stooshie over the sounding of horns in the Cromarty Firth, how do YOU feel about these monsters of the deep that have become a local fixture?


Have Cromarty Firth cruise liner horn blasts been silenced for good?

06 June 2023
Have Cromarty Firth cruise liner horn blasts been silenced for good?

Have Cromarty Firth cruise liner horn blasts been silenced for good?

06 June 2023

Cruise ships sounding a farewell blast of the horn as they leave the Cromarty Firth are being asked to refrain from doing so – for now.


Highland father named as victim of tragic A87 collision

05 June 2023
Highland father named as victim of tragic A87 collision

Highland father named as victim of tragic A87 collision

05 June 2023

His family said: “Joe was a dedicated and loving father to his girls.”


Headline sponsor for Black Isle Show revealed as scene set for Highland extravaganza

05 June 2023
Headline sponsor for Black Isle Show revealed as scene set for Highland extravaganza

Headline sponsor for Black Isle Show revealed as scene set for Highland extravaganza

05 June 2023

Main sponsors revealed – and calls go out for charity tractor push teams!


Does Gaelic boost wellbeing and make people happier?

04 June 2023
Does Gaelic boost wellbeing and make people happier?

Does Gaelic boost wellbeing and make people happier?

04 June 2023

Does Gaelic contribute towards the wellbeing of people and society? This research aims to prove that it does.


Black Isle hall set to host special Saturday sale for roof repairs

02 June 2023
Black Isle hall set to host special Saturday sale for roof repairs

Black Isle hall set to host special Saturday sale for roof repairs

02 June 2023

Chance to bag a bargain and help a good local cause.


Three taken to hospital after two-vehicle accident on Black Isle

01 June 2023
Three taken to hospital after two-vehicle accident on Black Isle

Three taken to hospital after two-vehicle accident on Black Isle

01 June 2023

Three people were taken to hospital after a two-vehicle crash on the Black Isle yesterday evening.


EXPLAINED: Why Eden Court might never have become the top arts' venue in the Highlands

28 May 2023
EXPLAINED: Why Eden Court might never have become the top arts' venue in the Highlands

EXPLAINED: Why Eden Court might never have become the top arts' venue in the Highlands

28 May 2023

One of the most recognisable buildings in the Highlands, Eden Court suffered some very testing years before even getting off the drawing board.


Embezzler-hit Black Isle charity was left on brink of bankruptcy by thief

27 May 2023
Embezzler-hit Black Isle charity was left on brink of bankruptcy by thief

Embezzler-hit Black Isle charity was left on brink of bankruptcy by thief

27 May 2023

Charity trustees are now picking up the pieces from a disastrous setback and on the lookout for further support from the community.


Pictures: King of the 'demon lob' honoured at Black Isle tennis tournament

25 May 2023
Pictures: King of the 'demon lob' honoured at Black Isle tennis tournament

Pictures: King of the 'demon lob' honoured at Black Isle tennis tournament

25 May 2023

The memory of a well-loved Cromarty resident was honoured at the weekend at a very special tennis tournament played on courts he graced.


Highland police witness appeal after man dies following bridge collision

24 May 2023
Highland police witness appeal after man dies following bridge collision

Highland police witness appeal after man dies following bridge collision

24 May 2023

The accident happened last night and police hope dash-cam footage may help shed light on what happened.


Highland schoolgirl's pain spurs Scottish football legend to tackle biggest challenge yet

22 May 2023
Highland schoolgirl's pain spurs Scottish football legend to tackle biggest challenge yet

Highland schoolgirl's pain spurs Scottish football legend to tackle biggest challenge yet

22 May 2023

'I know that Isla wants what we all want: a life free of pain.'


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