Niall Harkiss

1 day ago | northern-times.co.uk | Niall Harkiss

Organisers of the 13th annual memorial cycle and walk in honour of Marty Mackay were left “absolutely overwhelmed” by a remarkable turnout on Saturday. Cyclists and walkers alike made the most of sunny skies and a still breeze for this year’s Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle—a marked improvement on last year’s damp conditions.

1 day ago | northern-times.co.uk | Niall Harkiss

The first of a new series of monthly food and drink markets will be held in Dornoch this weekend, with a special launch event planned for Saturday. Run by the Dornoch Area CIC (DACIC), the markets will be hosted on the last Saturday of each month from 11am to 2pm at the Dornoch South Coach and Car Park on Shore Road.

1 day ago | northern-times.co.uk | Niall Harkiss

Music lovers across Sutherland are in for a treat this Saturday as Rosehall hosts “Birl-Esque” - a night with “dazzling duo” Eilidh Shaw and Ross Martin, celebrating the launch of their new album. The pair, both stalwarts of the traditional music scene, will bring their trademark blend of heart, humour and high-energy music to the intimate Rosehall Village Hall on April 26.

1 day ago | northern-times.co.uk | Niall Harkiss

A lecture marking one of Sutherland’s most significant battles will take place this weekend at Culrain Hall. The Battle of Carbisdale, fought on April 27, 1650 just outside the village of Culrain, will be the focus of a public talk delivered by Dr Andrew Lind – a historian specialising in the British Civil Wars. The battle saw Royalist forces led by James Graham, the 1st Marquis of Montrose, clash with a Scottish Covenanter army under Colonel Archibald Strachan.

2 days ago | strathspey-herald.co.uk | Niall Harkiss

Strathspey Thistle striker Daniel Whitehorn has committed to another year with the club – and is aiming to hit double figures in front of goal next season. The 30-year-old forward, who also serves as the club’s chaplain, has become a key presence both on and off the pitch at Seafield Park, with his performances and quiet leadership drawing praise from those in charge.