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WATCH: Funding from LNER supports efforts to protect River Findhorn salmon

WATCH: Funding from LNER supports efforts to protect River Findhorn salmon

WATCH: Funding from LNER supports efforts to protect River Findhorn salmon

08 May 2024

The Findhorn, Nairn and Lossie Rivers Trust praised the “invaluable” funding from LNER, which supports the restoration of salmon’s natural habitat.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

06 May 2024

Path upgrades and a new bridge have improved a popular walking route in the Highlands’ most beautiful glen. John Davidson went to take a look


Proposed Loch Ness hydro scheme could have devastating impacts on the economy, says cruise boat operator

Proposed Loch Ness hydro scheme could have devastating impacts on the economy, says cruise boat operator

Proposed Loch Ness hydro scheme could have devastating impacts on the economy, says cruise boat operator

06 May 2024

Two major business organisations have found themselves at odds over a proposed green energy project on the south side of Loch Ness.


Habitat and biodiversity efforts ‘very positive and encouraging’, says Highland councillor

Habitat and biodiversity efforts ‘very positive and encouraging’, says Highland councillor

Habitat and biodiversity efforts ‘very positive and encouraging’, says Highland councillor

06 May 2024

Habitat restoration efforts and work to boost biodiversity in the Highlands are “very positive and encouraging”, a senor councillor believes.


Risk of ‘intense’ showers sparks flood alerts for parts of the Highlands

Risk of ‘intense’ showers sparks flood alerts for parts of the Highlands

Risk of ‘intense’ showers sparks flood alerts for parts of the Highlands

05 May 2024

Flood alerts have been issued to parts of the Highlands and Moray, amid forecasts for heavy showers in some areas.


Warning: Scotland’s fire and rescue service faces challenges “from ageing Highland buildings”

Warning: Scotland’s fire and rescue service faces challenges “from ageing Highland buildings”

Warning: Scotland’s fire and rescue service faces challenges “from ageing Highland buildings”

05 May 2024

Scotland's fire and rescue service must adapt to meet the risks of climate change and address significant issues across its ageing Highland buildings.


£186,000 worth of Nature Restoration Fund cash awarded to Highland community bodies

£186,000 worth of Nature Restoration Fund cash awarded to Highland community bodies

£186,000 worth of Nature Restoration Fund cash awarded to Highland community bodies

04 May 2024

More than £186,000 has been awarded to community wildlife and habitat protection and restoration projects across the Highlands.


Highland MSP set to pressure First Minister in waiting John Swinney for action on killer A96

Highland MSP set to pressure First Minister in waiting John Swinney for action on killer A96

Highland MSP set to pressure First Minister in waiting John Swinney for action on killer A96

03 May 2024

Highland MSP Fergus Ewing is demanding Scotland’s future First Minister makes a concrete pledge on A96 dualling before the summer.


Extreme wildfire warning issued for Highlands

Extreme wildfire warning issued for Highlands

Extreme wildfire warning issued for Highlands

03 May 2024

An extreme wildfire warning has been issued for the north-west Highlands after some of the hottest temperatures of the year were recorded.


What could John Swinney and Kate Forbes working together mean for the Highlands?

What could John Swinney and Kate Forbes working together mean for the Highlands?

What could John Swinney and Kate Forbes working together mean for the Highlands?

02 May 2024

Kate Forbes says the SNP must ‘rewin trust’ but is change possible for a party after 17 years in power?


Highland communities record Scotland’s warmest day of 2024, say Met Office

Highland communities record Scotland’s warmest day of 2024, say Met Office

Highland communities record Scotland’s warmest day of 2024, say Met Office

02 May 2024

Two Highland communities posted Scotland’s warmest day of 2024 on Thursday, but which were they?


Overflowing Highland bottle banks due to collection vehicle issues ‘very concerning’, says MSP

Overflowing Highland bottle banks due to collection vehicle issues ‘very concerning’, says MSP

Overflowing Highland bottle banks due to collection vehicle issues ‘very concerning’, says MSP

01 May 2024

Overflowing bottle banks and a repeat of collection issues that hit the council’s contractors in 2023 are “very concerning”, a Highland MSP has said.


The 800-year-old Beauly Elm can ‘live’ again through a sapling recovered from site of iconic tree

The 800-year-old Beauly Elm can ‘live’ again through a sapling recovered from site of iconic tree

The 800-year-old Beauly Elm can ‘live’ again through a sapling recovered from site of iconic tree

30 April 2024

Experts hope to continue the legacy of the historic fallen elm for future generations to enjoy.


Highland Council’s plans to revamp Inverness Academy Street will cause ‘utter chaos’ says Conservative group

Highland Council’s plans to revamp Inverness Academy Street will cause ‘utter chaos’ says Conservative group

Highland Council’s plans to revamp Inverness Academy Street will cause ‘utter chaos’ says Conservative group

30 April 2024

Call sent to Scottish Government to put an end to the “damaging and destructive” plan that is not “good value for money.”


London-based renewables company planning large battery energy storage system

London-based renewables company planning large battery energy storage system

London-based renewables company planning large battery energy storage system

29 April 2024

The seven hectare site next to SSEN Transmission’s substation at Essich is earmarked to store 200MW.


Power line upgrades set to disrupt A82 drivers and Great Glen Way walkers, warns SSEN

Power line upgrades set to disrupt A82 drivers and Great Glen Way walkers, warns SSEN

Power line upgrades set to disrupt A82 drivers and Great Glen Way walkers, warns SSEN

29 April 2024

Major power line upgrade works are set to cause disruption on the A82 and Great Glen Way in May, electrical engineers have warned.


Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

28 April 2024

Making Space for Nature by Eilidh-Ann Philips


Pupils join in efforts in bid to create flower display at Tomatin

Pupils join in efforts in bid to create flower display at Tomatin

Pupils join in efforts in bid to create flower display at Tomatin

27 April 2024

Green-fingered primary pupils are hoping to create a colourful flower display for residents and visitors in a Highland village.


Objections grow over plans for flats in Inverness neighbourhood near flash flood hotspot

Objections grow over plans for flats in Inverness neighbourhood near flash flood hotspot

Objections grow over plans for flats in Inverness neighbourhood near flash flood hotspot

27 April 2024

Plans for flats close to a known flash flooding hotspot in Inverness have sparked an array of objections from the public.


Wildlife watch: 5 creatures to spot in the Cairngorms this spring

Wildlife watch: 5 creatures to spot in the Cairngorms this spring

Wildlife watch: 5 creatures to spot in the Cairngorms this spring

26 April 2024

Spring brings new life to the Cairngorms National Park, making it a fantastic time for wildlife watching.


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