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The Scottish Budget could at a glance: how it affects the Highlands and Moray from dualling to the NHS

More cash will come north but the jury is out on whether finance secretary Shona Robison delivered for the north.

‘Have some decency': Melness Crofters’ Estate calls on Orbex to send representatives north to personally explain 'profoundly disappointing' Sutherland Spaceport decision

The spaceport was set to be built on land owned by Melness Crofters’ Estate on the A’Mhoine Peninsula.

‘Deeply disappointing’ Sutherland Spaceport move is a ‘significant blow’

The news that Sutherland Spaceport is to be mothballed is a significant blow to the business community in north Sutherland and Caithness.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise ‘deeply disappointed’ over Orbex move from Sutherland Spaceport to SaxaVord

Highlands and Islands Enterprise said it was not yet clear of the impacts of Orbex’s decision on Sutherland.

Sutherland Spaceport to be mothballed as Orbex makes shock announcement about move to SaxaVord

Orbex is halting construction work on the £20 million spaceport which received a £14.6 milllion public investment package.

Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

A petition demanding "better digital connectivity" for the Highlands and Islands has been launched by a political campaigner in the region.

With Wick’s last bank set to close next year, Stone backs banking hubs

Jamie Stone MP calls for the establishment of banking hubs in light of the impending closures of Bank of Scotland branches in Wick and Golspie.

Scottish Government should make Highland Hospice ‘a nationally funded service’

Fergus Ewing says recent NI hikes risk the service that offers patients dignity and saves the NHS millions.

All set for Caithness Christmas Show as Quoybrae event attracts 92 entries

The annual Caithness Christmas Show and Sale will kick off with the judging on Monday at 6.45pm, with the sale to commence on Tuesday at 9.45am.

MFR legend Tich McCooey signs off with thanks to listeners and no bitterness over changes to station owners

MFR legend Tich McCooey signed off today as most locally produced programming at the radio station comes to an end.

Orbex developers invite firms to tender for trade packages in ‘key milestone’ for Spaceport development

A call has been made to tradespeople and firms across the North as the construction of Spaceport Sutherland moves into its next phases.

Giant wind farm off Caithness coast would have 355m high turbines and produce 2GW of electricity

A planned offshore wind farm that looks set to dwarf the neighbouring Beatrice development would be a “low-risk” option, according to its developers.

Christmas craft fair at Dunbeath museum

Dunbeath Heritage Museum will be hosting a special craft night and raising funds for the local primary school next week.

Caithness smallholder offers advice to crofters with six months until new pay system comes into force

A Caithness smallholder is encouraging crofters to seek advice ahead of new environmental rules that come into force from next year.

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex welcomes Boost! contract extension and additional funding of €5.6m

The further funding will help Orbex move towards the inaugural launch of Prime next year.

Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

If you have ever wanted to become a journalist, applications are now open for a new scheme that could mark the start of your dream career.

Fusion rather than fission for Dounreay says Far North MP who backs ‘ultimate energy solution’ for Caithness nuclear site

Jamie Stone MP has asked the UK Government to consider the potential for fusion energy at Dounreay's nuclear site.

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The Scottish Budget could at a glance: how it affects the Highlands and Moray from dualling to the NHS

‘Have some decency': Melness Crofters’ Estate calls on Orbex to send representatives north to personally explain 'profoundly disappointing' Sutherland Spaceport decision

‘Have some decency': Melness Crofters’ Estate calls on Orbex to send representatives north to personally explain 'profoundly disappointing' Sutherland Spaceport decision

‘Deeply disappointing’ Sutherland Spaceport move is a ‘significant blow’

‘Deeply disappointing’ Sutherland Spaceport move is a ‘significant blow’

Highlands and Islands Enterprise ‘deeply disappointed’ over Orbex move from Sutherland Spaceport to SaxaVord

Highlands and Islands Enterprise ‘deeply disappointed’ over Orbex move from Sutherland Spaceport to SaxaVord

Sutherland Spaceport to be mothballed as Orbex makes shock announcement about move to SaxaVord

Sutherland Spaceport to be mothballed as Orbex makes shock announcement about move to SaxaVord

Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

With Wick’s last bank set to close next year, Stone backs banking hubs

With Wick’s last bank set to close next year, Stone backs banking hubs

Scottish Government should make Highland Hospice ‘a nationally funded service’

Scottish Government should make Highland Hospice ‘a nationally funded service’

All set for Caithness Christmas Show as Quoybrae event attracts 92 entries

All set for Caithness Christmas Show as Quoybrae event attracts 92 entries

MFR legend Tich McCooey signs off with thanks to listeners and no bitterness over changes to station owners

MFR legend Tich McCooey signs off with thanks to listeners and no bitterness over changes to station owners

Orbex developers invite firms to tender for trade packages in ‘key milestone’ for Spaceport development

Orbex developers invite firms to tender for trade packages in ‘key milestone’ for Spaceport development

Giant wind farm off Caithness coast would have 355m high turbines and produce 2GW of electricity

Giant wind farm off Caithness coast would have 355m high turbines and produce 2GW of electricity

Christmas craft fair at Dunbeath museum

Christmas craft fair at Dunbeath museum

Caithness smallholder offers advice to crofters with six months until new pay system comes into force

Caithness smallholder offers advice to crofters with six months until new pay system comes into force

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex welcomes Boost! contract extension and additional funding of €5.6m

Spaceport Sutherland developer Orbex welcomes Boost! contract extension and additional funding of €5.6m

Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

Fusion rather than fission for Dounreay says Far North MP who backs ‘ultimate energy solution’ for Caithness nuclear site

Fusion rather than fission for Dounreay says Far North MP who backs ‘ultimate energy solution’ for Caithness nuclear site

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