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The weekly newspaper for Sutherland and the North in the Scottish Highlands. Established in 1899.
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Kinlochbervie pupils discover Vancouver through footsteps of Sutherland VC hero
Pupils at Kinlochbervie High School pupils have completed another landmark journey to Vancouver, following in the footsteps of a decorated war hero.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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UK Budget to sap millions from Highland private and public sectors through National Insurance
Chancellor Rachel Reeves also promises £820 million more for Scotland.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Brora-based reverend installed as Priest-in-Charge at St Andrews Episcopal Church in Tain
There was great rejoicing as Rev Gerry Livingstone was licensed and installed as Priest-in-Charge of St Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Tain.
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November 26, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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FLS urge visitors to observe safety signage during verge clearance work between Golspie and Fort Augustus
Safety warnings are in place during verge clearance at a number of locations between Golspie and Fort Augustus.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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Close to 100 primary school pupils compete for basketball trophies
The competition brought seven primary schools together to vie for glory at Golspie High School.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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75mph winds to hit Highlands, Met Office warns
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for northern and western parts of the Highlands for Thursday and Friday.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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SSEN Transmission becomes first company to sign up to the Highland Social Value Charter
The Charter contains a series of social value expectations that the Highland Council has for companies investing in renewable energy infrastructure.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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Baby participant recalls opening of Borgie woods millennium tree project ahead of 25th anniversary celebrations
A participant from the early days of A’ Chraobh has shared her memories ahead of a full day of events.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Belladrum announces legendary pop acts – and a homecoming favourite – as headliners for summer 2026
Organisers of the Highlands’ leading music festival has announced an eagerly-anticipated first wave of artists for next summer’s event.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Sutherland engineering apprentice scoops RNAS agricultural award
Jack Macdonald from HRN Tractors at Watten was presented with the John Telfer Memorial Shield as best agricultural apprentice engineer.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Highland Lib Dem councillor suspended for ‘up to six months’ after complaint related to conduct breach
A Scottish Lib Dems councillor has been suspended by his party after a complaint made.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Highland Heroes 2026: New award for support teachers and classroom assistants!
New for 2026, nominate your support teachers and classroom assistants now!
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November 25, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Decision to throw out defamation case brought by Carbisdale Castle owner overturned after Tain Sheriff ‘erred in law’
A higher court has overturned a decision to throw out a defamation case raised by Carbisdale Castle owner Samantha Kane.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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A897 closed north of Helmsdale as artic lorry comes off road
Highland Council advised that an artic lorry has come off the road between Forsinard and Forsinain.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your school of the year
Support your local school and nominate it for the Highland Heroes school of the year award
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November 25, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Two Inverness commuter services cancelled because of broken down trains
Two early morning commuter train services to Inverness have been cancelled.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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Highland Council’s ex-education boss Nicky Grant got £62k pay out after leaving £105k a year job
But there are unanswered questions over another £19k and part that played in the package.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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Far north vintage and classic car enthusiasts donate £850 to air ambulance
Vintage and classic car enthusiasts in Caithness and Sutherland have handed over £850 to Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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‘If the rhythm is right, the feet can’t resist dancing’: Rogart accordion and fiddle club draw another full house
Sutherland Accordion and Fiddle Club drew another full house in Rogart.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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PICTURES: Primary pupils ‘light up’ Melvich classroom with solar energy workshop
The P1-7 pupils explored how sunlight can be used to create electricity, testing the power of solar panels.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Highland Councillors warn of unsustainable renewables planning pressures
One meeting will decide plans for a 140 football pitch sized substation, cable routes, overhead lines, two BESS’s.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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Youth Convener from Lochinver champions confidence in pursuing opportunities in the Highlands
Leah McBain attended the latest meeting of the Highland Council’s education committee.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Ullapool High School pupil scoops bronze medal at cadet training course
An Ullapool teenager scooped a bronze medal over the October holidays, as well as working towards a qualification in piping and drumming.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Lairg Winterfest returns to mark a decade of festive fun
The popular festive event will celebrate its tenth year on Saturday, December 6.
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November 23, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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SANDY SUTHERLAND: Kindness cast on the waters: A tribute to Megan Boyd
The life of Brora’s famed fly-tyer reminds us that generosity - like Solomon’s bread on the waters - always finds its way home.
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November 23, 2025 at 6:06 AM