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21/7/2024

Eileanan, A Journey Around Scotland's Islands - St Kilda - Part 1 Of 6

In a six part journey - Michelle takes us through a potted history of many of the islands off the North Coast of Scotland. The allure of Scotland's islands, have a captivating narrative that tugs at my heartstrings, and in particular they have an enchantment that is so intertwined with our natural and cultural heritage.

19/7/2024

Regulator Refreshes Meetings Guidance For The Zoom Era

The Charity Commission is calling on charities that hold online meetings to review their governing document to ensure it is up to date. The call comes in the regulator's redesigned guidance on charities and meetings (known as CC48), published today [Friday 19 July 2024].

15/7/2024

HOPE will play a crucial role in reducing drug-related harm in Highland

The Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership is encouraging people to download an app which aims to help reduce drug-related harm in Highland. The Highland Overdose Prevention and Engagement (HOPE) app has been downloaded by over 1,300 people since it was launched three years ago.

30/6/2024

Soaring For Survival - Unveiling Swifts

Swifts feed on small flying insects, capturing them mid-flight. These insects accumulate in a specialised pouch located at the back of the swift's throat, where they are bound together by saliva, forming a pellet or bolus.

30/6/2024

Summer Activities In Wick From 1 July

See poster.

18/6/2024

Clean Air Day On 20 June

Clean Air Day is the UK's largest campaign dedicated to raising awareness on air pollution and the focus this year is on educating the public about air quality and encouraging active travel and alternative transport options. To celebrate the day, the Council's Environmental Health Team are organising an event at Falcon Square, Inverness which will be a good opportunity to raise awareness on air pollution and share knowledge on sustainable travel options.

17/6/2024

Funding Applications Open To Rural Community Organisations - £800,000 Available

Organisations are invited to apply for funding towards projects addressing issues affecting Highland rural communities. This round of Community Regeneration Funding (CRF) of over £800k will be financed from the Community Led Local Development fund (CLLD), a competitive Highland-wide funding programme for rural areas.

13/6/2024

4th - 6th Year Pupils Check If Yoi Qualify For Grant Of £30 Per Week At School

All eligible young people are being encouraged to apply for a weekly, term time allowance of £30 per week from August 2024. The Highland Council administers Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) in respect of eligible young people from across its 29 secondary schools.

12/6/2024

Staying Safe On Facebook: A Guide For Silversurfers

The problems of scams on Facebook was highlighted today on the BBC Radio 4 consumer programme You and Yours. They referred to the new warning put out by the Silver Surfers web site.

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10/6/2024

A New Book About The Ulbster Burial Ground

Caithness Family History Society held a very successful book launch at the Old Smiddy Inn, Thrumster on the morning of Saturday 25th May. The book is Fiona Begg's "Ulbster Burial Ground," which contains photos and transcriptions of all visible gravestones, plus some extra family information about the people recorded on the stones.

10/6/2024

Blooming Together - The Highland Wildflower Meadow Mosaic Project

Imogen from Highlife Highland takes a look back at the success of the wildflower patches and sees how they are getting on in year two. As the natural world faces increasing pressures, community-driven conservation initiatives offer significant opportunity to make a genuine difference.