News archive

News published April 2006

  • Russian children trace footsteps of Ross geologist

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Members of the Muir of Ord Communications Group and The Highland Council will welcome the Russian visitors to the area and hear about their studies into the Ross-born Geologist.

  • Reminder to recycle in Lochaber

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Most of these items are thrown in to people’s bins and end up on landfill sites. However, up to 60% of the waste that is thrown away can be recycled or composted.

  • Plockton Band Wins Radio 2 Award

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Bodega, formerly known as Fiddle Dee Fiddle Dum, captured the coveted award at The Sage, Gateshead, on Friday night. They triumphed over the other five finalists, which included another two Scots, Hun

  • Lifescan Scotland Ltd helps promote inclusive play in Nairn

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Members of Play Highland will formally accept a donation from the medical devices company, Lifescan Scotland Ltd, which has provided vital funding for a bucket swing for children with disabilities.

  • Christmas opening Hours for Nairn Recycling Centre

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Most of these items are thrown in to people’s bins and end up on landfill sites. However, up to 60% of the waste that is thrown away can be recycled or composted.

  • Future of KBR site at Nigg

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    He said: "The prospect of the Nigg facility being revived is good news for East Ross and good news for the Highlands. I am particularly pleased that the preferred bidder has very strong local credenti

  • Locals collect Loo of the Year Awards 2005

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Presenting the prizes, Richard Chisnell, Loo of the Year Awards Director said: "Toilets affect every part of our lives from the cradle to the grave, and every day, public toilets are a factor that aff

  • Green project grows on Merkinch and South Kessock community

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    The Merkinch and South Kessock Environmental Project aims to make best use of the greenspaces within the area and to take forward initiatives that have been identified through community consultation a

  • Fort William to Host UCI Mountain Bike World Cup in 2006

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    Between Friday 26 May and Sunday 28 May 2006 the picturesque slopes of Aonach Mor, the Nevis Range and the Leanachan Forest will once again become the host venue for 400 world class riders from more t

  • Invernevis House Lochaber

    Published 18 Apr 2006

    A meeting with relatives and interested individuals is planned for next week.