Lairg Winterfest 2019
Lairg’s annual ‘Winterfest’ took place on Saturday 23rd November. The event is organised by Lairg & District Community Initiatives.
Local News
Latest local news of the Kyle of Sutherland area.
Christmas or Hogmanay with a difference
HOST UK arranges for international students to enjoy brief homestays with UK hosts, for a weekend or, over the festive period, a three day visit.
Joan Murray wins Highland Heroes Award
Joan Murray from Bonar Bridge Primary School, has been the recipient of the Highland Hero Award “Public Servant of the Year”.
Retained Firefighters needed for Bonar Bridge Station
Fire & Rescue Services have launched a campaign to recruit Retained Firefighters for Bonar Bridge Community Station.
Superfast broadband for 100 Highland Wireless customers
In November, Highland Wireless connected our 100th customer to the superfast broadband service in the Kyle of Sutherland Project Area.
Heart of Sutherland Tourism (HOST)
The group was formed in 2016 with the aim of promoting both the central area within the NC500 route for tourism and businesses that are located there.
Committee re-elected for Ardgay Public Hall after October AGM
At the last management meeting following the AGM, the new committee reaffirmed its commitment to maintain and enhance the building.
Local pupil joins Kyle Chronicle editorial team
Budding film-reviewer Jack Weir from Tain Royal Academy was appointed to the role of Film Critic for the Kyle Chronicle, following a competition.
Revised plans for Jubilee Hill tree planting scheme
Representatives of Balnagown Estate and Scottish Forestry met with the community in October 2019, to present a revised plan for Jubilee Hill.
Newly-formed Creich Community Council first meeting
Creich Community Council held its inaugural meeting on November 19th. Highland Councillor Kirsteen Currie conducted the election of office bearers