News archive

News published August 2016

Still time to submit views on proposed school closures
Published 16 Aug 2016
The deadline is nearing for members of the public to submit their views on the proposed closure of The Black Isle Education Centre, and also the proposed closure of Kinbrace Primary School.
Your Voice, Your Choice Lochaber 2016 - Still time to get your applications in for a share of £30,000
Published 16 Aug 2016
5pm on Friday 2nd September is the deadline for applications to this year’s Lochaber participatory budgeting funding opportunity which will see £30K distributed to local groups
Drumnadrochit nature walk with a poetic twist
Published 16 Aug 2016
The Highland Council Rangers are running a nature walk with a twist in Drumnadrochit on Tuesday 23rd August.
Highland welcomes more probationer teachers for 2016/17 session
Published 15 Aug 2016
One hundred and thirty probationer teachers were recently welcomed to the Highlands (on Friday 12 August), at an induction course held in the Highland Council Chamber.
Duncan Forbes Primary School update
Published 15 Aug 2016
The Highland Council has confirmed that Duncan Forbes Primary in Inverness will not open to pupils tomorrow as expected.
Further stonework repairs to the North Tower have been instructed
Published 12 Aug 2016
Further stonework repairs to the North Tower have been instructed to ensure the 175 year old landmark is in tip top condition for its transformation into a key tourist attraction in Inverness
SQA Results 2016
Published 10 Aug 2016
Young people across the Highlands have received their results by text, e-mail or post.
Council Leader supports calls to reintroduce ETV in North West waters
Published 9 Aug 2016
Leader of The Highland Council, Councillor Margaret Davidson is supporting calls for the reintroduction of an Emergency Towing Vessel (ETV) for waters around the west of Scotland and the Western Isles.
New arrangements for householders at Wick Recycling Centre as Council targets commercial use
Published 8 Aug 2016
From 5th September householders who wish to take their waste to Wick Recycling Centre in a van, pickup truck, sign written vehicle and/or a trailer will be required to complete a Household Waste Declaration form before visiting the site or face being turned away.
Hands-on Heritage workshops towards creating a digital Trail through the Historic Burgh of Inverness
Published 8 Aug 2016
High Life Highland’s culture teams have recently announced plans for two collaborative workshops in September, which will begin to form the basis of a digital trail highlighting the fascinating history and heritage of Academy Street and the surrounding area.