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Friend and ambassador from Helmsdale remembered on Wick RNLI Harbour Day - Northern Times
Friend and ambassador from Helmsdale remembered on Wick RNLI Harbour Day Northern Times
Published on 23 June 2025 | 6:15 pm
Experts warn water levels could ‘deteriorate quickly’ despite recent wet weather - The Scotsman
Experts warn water levels could ‘deteriorate quickly’ despite recent wet weather The Scotsman
Published on 20 June 2025 | 5:00 am
Late penalty sends Golspie five clear after win over Tain as Helmsdale and Inver also remain unbeaten - Northern Times
Late penalty sends Golspie five clear after win over Tain as Helmsdale and Inver also remain unbeaten Northern Times
Published on 18 June 2025 | 3:03 pm
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home - WKYC
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home WKYC
Published on 17 June 2025 | 8:16 pm
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home - MSN
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home MSN
Published on 17 June 2025 | 5:22 pm
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home - WKYC
Cleveland Heights police: Woman dead, 2 others injured after 'altercation' at Helmsdale Road home WKYC
Published on 16 June 2025 | 8:47 pm
Wick councillors support local firm, Dounreay jobs failed to materialise and Distillery venture hailed - John O'Groat Journal
Wick councillors support local firm, Dounreay jobs failed to materialise and Distillery venture hailed John O'Groat Journal
Published on 14 June 2025 | 12:00 pm
Memorial cup success for Helmsdale United as they continue unbeaten start to league campaign - Northern Times
Memorial cup success for Helmsdale United as they continue unbeaten start to league campaign Northern Times
Published on 11 June 2025 | 3:15 pm
‘Significant’ water scarcity warning to be issued for north river ‘next week unless flows improve’ - John O'Groat Journal
‘Significant’ water scarcity warning to be issued for north river ‘next week unless flows improve’ John O'Groat Journal
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale solstice festival to honour heritage of ‘Herring Girls’ - John O'Groat Journal
Helmsdale solstice festival to honour heritage of ‘Herring Girls’ John O'Groat Journal
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
No trains on line between Dingwall and Wick for most of June - BBC
No trains on line between Dingwall and Wick for most of June BBC
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Crews called to A9 crash south of Helmsdale - Press and Journal
Crews called to A9 crash south of Helmsdale Press and Journal
Published on 26 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale ‘rocked’ by death of village stalwart Garry MacMillan - Northern Times
Helmsdale ‘rocked’ by death of village stalwart Garry MacMillan Northern Times
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Stafford Cup semi-final wins for Helmsdale United and Golspie Stafford set scene for all-east Sutherland cup final - Northern Times
Stafford Cup semi-final wins for Helmsdale United and Golspie Stafford set scene for all-east Sutherland cup final Northern Times
Published on 7 May 2025 | 7:00 am
A9 route from Caithness to close for overnight works - John O'Groat Journal
A9 route from Caithness to close for overnight works John O'Groat Journal
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
OVERNIGHT RESURFACING WORKS ON A9 NORTH END OF HELMSDALE - BEAR Scotland
OVERNIGHT RESURFACING WORKS ON A9 NORTH END OF HELMSDALE BEAR Scotland
Published on 4 May 2025 | 7:00 am
BT consults on removal of 110 Highland pay phones - BBC
BT consults on removal of 110 Highland pay phones BBC
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Homeless at Helmsdale – elderly Caithness traveller lives in van after claiming his house was under attack - Northern Times
Homeless at Helmsdale – elderly Caithness traveller lives in van after claiming his house was under attack Northern Times
Published on 25 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Embo coach asks for ‘more of the same’ ahead of Stafford Cup clash with Helmsdale - Northern Times
Embo coach asks for ‘more of the same’ ahead of Stafford Cup clash with Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
‘Helmsdale is the best!’ – Booth hails support of village ahead of Highland Amateur Cup opener against Embo - Northern Times
‘Helmsdale is the best!’ – Booth hails support of village ahead of Highland Amateur Cup opener against Embo Northern Times
Published on 18 April 2025 | 7:00 am
A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes - Inverness Courier
A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes Inverness Courier
Published on 15 April 2025 | 1:30 pm
A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes - John O'Groat Journal
A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes John O'Groat Journal
Published on 15 April 2025 | 7:00 am
3 people taken to hospital after A9 crash south of Helmsdale - Press and Journal
3 people taken to hospital after A9 crash south of Helmsdale Press and Journal
Published on 15 April 2025 | 7:00 am
UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash - Northern Times
UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash Northern Times
Published on 15 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Timespan in Helmsdale to host talk by ‘Daughters of the North’ author - Northern Times
Timespan in Helmsdale to host talk by ‘Daughters of the North’ author Northern Times
Published on 10 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Plan outlined for development of Helmsdale site - Northern Times
Plan outlined for development of Helmsdale site Northern Times
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
WATCH: Lollipop man prank at Helmsdale causes outrage but YouTubers claim they were saving sheep - Northern Times
WATCH: Lollipop man prank at Helmsdale causes outrage but YouTubers claim they were saving sheep Northern Times
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Highland Far North Line to get £11.5m summer upgrade - BBC
Highland Far North Line to get £11.5m summer upgrade BBC
Published on 28 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale Primary School smashes it at badminton tournament - Northern Times
Helmsdale Primary School smashes it at badminton tournament Northern Times
Published on 28 March 2025 | 7:00 am
New exhibition at Timespan in Helmsdale celebrates the ‘Herring Girls’ - Northern Times
New exhibition at Timespan in Helmsdale celebrates the ‘Herring Girls’ Northern Times
Published on 27 March 2025 | 7:00 am
I'm blown away! Helmsdale businesswoman thrilled by Rural Oscars win - Northern Times
I'm blown away! Helmsdale businesswoman thrilled by Rural Oscars win Northern Times
Published on 21 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Edwyn Collins: Nation Shall Speak Unto Nation review – the sense of an ending - The Guardian
Edwyn Collins: Nation Shall Speak Unto Nation review – the sense of an ending The Guardian
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
PICTURES: Guest speakers talk to Helmsdale pupils about World War II - Northern Times
PICTURES: Guest speakers talk to Helmsdale pupils about World War II Northern Times
Published on 25 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Timespan in Helmsdale seeks community input on multi-million pound redevelopment - Northern Times
Timespan in Helmsdale seeks community input on multi-million pound redevelopment Northern Times
Published on 21 February 2025 | 8:00 am
A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale - Northern Times
A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale Northern Times
Published on 17 February 2025 | 8:00 am
A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale - John O'Groat Journal
A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale John O'Groat Journal
Published on 17 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale bricklayer called up to Scotland darts squad for major tournament - Northern Times
Helmsdale bricklayer called up to Scotland darts squad for major tournament Northern Times
Published on 28 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Power cut set to leave Sutherland residents in the dark for 16 hours - Northern Times
Power cut set to leave Sutherland residents in the dark for 16 hours Northern Times
Published on 24 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale’s Glencoast in the running for ‘Rural Oscar’ - but needs public to vote - Northern Times
Helmsdale’s Glencoast in the running for ‘Rural Oscar’ - but needs public to vote Northern Times
Published on 21 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Internationally renowned musician Edwyn Collins debuts new track recorded and filmed at Helmsdale home ahead of release of 10th solo album - Inverness Courier
Internationally renowned musician Edwyn Collins debuts new track recorded and filmed at Helmsdale home ahead of release of 10th solo album Inverness Courier
Published on 18 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Adjustment to Helmsdale pylon route as 400kV overhead line report is issued - Northern Times
Adjustment to Helmsdale pylon route as 400kV overhead line report is issued Northern Times
Published on 16 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Assemble and Office Corr Higgins win competition to upgrade Scottish Highlands cultural hub - The Architects’ Journal
Assemble and Office Corr Higgins win competition to upgrade Scottish Highlands cultural hub The Architects’ Journal
Published on 15 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale’s newly refurbished toilets closed after flooding - Northern Times
Helmsdale’s newly refurbished toilets closed after flooding Northern Times
Published on 14 January 2025 | 8:00 am
‘It felt sad not to do something to mark the opening’: Locals gather for toast to River Helmsdale after official opening ceremony cancelled - Northern Times
Published on 14 January 2025 | 8:00 am
River Helmsdale ceremonial opening today cancelled but anglers can still fish for free - Northern Times
River Helmsdale ceremonial opening today cancelled but anglers can still fish for free Northern Times
Published on 11 January 2025 | 8:00 am
River Helmsdale opening day first cast angler named - Northern Times
River Helmsdale opening day first cast angler named Northern Times
Published on 31 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Legacy of early medieval Gaelic priest St Donnan in Helmsdale area to be preserved with digital trail and microfilms - Northern Times
Legacy of early medieval Gaelic priest St Donnan in Helmsdale area to be preserved with digital trail and microfilms Northern Times
Published on 13 December 2024 | 8:00 am
PICTURES - Joy for pupils from Golspie, Helmsdale and Lairg at basketball tournament - Northern Times
PICTURES - Joy for pupils from Golspie, Helmsdale and Lairg at basketball tournament Northern Times
Published on 9 December 2024 | 8:00 am
First of two talks on life and mission of Saint Donnan to be hosted in Helmsdale - Northern Times
First of two talks on life and mission of Saint Donnan to be hosted in Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 22 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Fishermen voice concern as mud build-up at Helmsdale harbour branded a ‘serious’ risk - Northern Times
Fishermen voice concern as mud build-up at Helmsdale harbour branded a ‘serious’ risk Northern Times
Published on 15 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Lest we forget: Remembrance Sunday services at Helmsdale and Loth - Northern Times
Lest we forget: Remembrance Sunday services at Helmsdale and Loth Northern Times
Published on 12 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Five shortlisted for Helmsdale cultural centre - Urban Realm
Five shortlisted for Helmsdale cultural centre Urban Realm
Published on 8 November 2024 | 8:00 am
LOOKING BACK: Helmsdale United win the Stafford Cup - Northern Times
LOOKING BACK: Helmsdale United win the Stafford Cup Northern Times
Published on 26 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale hotel goes on the market as owner looks to retire - Northern Times
Helmsdale hotel goes on the market as owner looks to retire Northern Times
Published on 24 October 2024 | 7:00 am
‘If it is going to be turned into a village, perhaps the infrastructure should be improved’: Concern over planning application for cabins at Crakaig campsite near Helmsdale - Northern Times
Published on 23 October 2024 | 7:00 am
NC500 hotel hits the market as owner prepares for retirement - Press and Journal
NC500 hotel hits the market as owner prepares for retirement Press and Journal
Published on 18 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's peaceful life in a tiny Scottish village - Edinburgh Live
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's peaceful life in a tiny Scottish village Edinburgh Live
Published on 11 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's quiet life in tiny Scottish Highlands village - Daily Record
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's quiet life in tiny Scottish Highlands village Daily Record
Published on 10 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's quiet life in remote Scottish village - Daily Express
Inside Gavin and Stacey's Mathew Horne's quiet life in remote Scottish village Daily Express
Published on 10 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Free Church minister in Helmsdale to take up full-time post with Mission International - Northern Times
Free Church minister in Helmsdale to take up full-time post with Mission International Northern Times
Published on 6 October 2024 | 7:00 am
16 people jailed or given suspended sentences for offences in and around Sunderland during September 2024 - Sunderland Echo
16 people jailed or given suspended sentences for offences in and around Sunderland during September 2024 Sunderland Echo
Published on 2 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Defibrillator installed at Golspie shop in memory of Helmsdale man Ross Whitehead - Northern Times
Defibrillator installed at Golspie shop in memory of Helmsdale man Ross Whitehead Northern Times
Published on 24 September 2024 | 7:00 am
Architects & designers invited to explore the cultural potential of Helmsdale - Urban Realm
Architects & designers invited to explore the cultural potential of Helmsdale Urban Realm
Published on 24 September 2024 | 7:00 am
Scottish Diaspora Tapestry goes on display at Helmsdale - Northern Times
Scottish Diaspora Tapestry goes on display at Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 18 September 2024 | 7:00 am
Timespan, Helmsdale - The Architects’ Journal
Timespan, Helmsdale The Architects’ Journal
Published on 16 September 2024 | 7:00 am
A haunting night spent on the cliffs home to an abandoned clearance village - The Scotsman
A haunting night spent on the cliffs home to an abandoned clearance village The Scotsman
Published on 27 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Bunillidh Thistle boss excited to have brought North Caledonian League football back to Helmsdale - Press and Journal
Bunillidh Thistle boss excited to have brought North Caledonian League football back to Helmsdale Press and Journal
Published on 27 August 2024 | 7:00 am
‘A fantastic day’: Pictures and review of Helmsdale Highland Games - Northern Times
‘A fantastic day’: Pictures and review of Helmsdale Highland Games Northern Times
Published on 23 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Scotland's first astronaut returns home as chieftain of Highland Games - STV News
Scotland's first astronaut returns home as chieftain of Highland Games STV News
Published on 19 August 2024 | 7:00 am
‘Helmsdale was a magical place to grow up’: Retiring Virgin Galactic chief pilot David Mackay pays tribute to village in chieftain’s speech at Games - Northern Times
Published on 17 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Astronaut David Mackay tries out the zip line and does a countdown on the rocket climbing frame at Helmsdale Play Space on eve of his role as Games chieftain - Northern Times
Published on 16 August 2024 | 7:00 am
PICTURES: ‘Love and kindness’ at Helmsdale dog show - Northern Times
PICTURES: ‘Love and kindness’ at Helmsdale dog show Northern Times
Published on 14 August 2024 | 7:00 am
BREAKING: Collision near Helmsdale prompts road restriction of A9 - Ross-shire Journal
BREAKING: Collision near Helmsdale prompts road restriction of A9 Ross-shire Journal
Published on 14 August 2024 | 7:00 am
King visits Helmsdale as village marks centenary of war memorial and 150th anniversary of railway line - Northern Times
King visits Helmsdale as village marks centenary of war memorial and 150th anniversary of railway line Northern Times
Published on 7 August 2024 | 7:00 am
New fancy dress trophy for Golspie Gala Week in memory of Helmsdale man Ross Whitehead - Northern Times
New fancy dress trophy for Golspie Gala Week in memory of Helmsdale man Ross Whitehead Northern Times
Published on 6 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Timespan in Helmsdale launches community cinema with screening of archive films celebrating the life and work of Scottish herring gutters - Northern Times
Published on 5 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale and district knitters create stunning poppy waterfall for parish war memorial centenary service - Northern Times
Helmsdale and district knitters create stunning poppy waterfall for parish war memorial centenary service Northern Times
Published on 4 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Astronaut who was the inspiration behind Helmsdale's £150,000 space-themed play park, is to visit it for the first time - Northern Times
Astronaut who was the inspiration behind Helmsdale's £150,000 space-themed play park, is to visit it for the first time Northern Times
Published on 30 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Fond farewell for Helmsdale football stalwart following in Dad’s footsteps - Northern Times
Fond farewell for Helmsdale football stalwart following in Dad’s footsteps Northern Times
Published on 19 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Owners put clifftop hotel on NC500 near Helmsdale up for sale with ‘heavy heart’ - Northern Times
Owners put clifftop hotel on NC500 near Helmsdale up for sale with ‘heavy heart’ Northern Times
Published on 17 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale pupils perform song and poem at 150th railway anniversary event - Northern Times
Helmsdale pupils perform song and poem at 150th railway anniversary event Northern Times
Published on 9 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Helmsdale United aim to keep Highland Amateur Cup dream alive this weekend - Northern Times
Helmsdale United aim to keep Highland Amateur Cup dream alive this weekend Northern Times
Published on 9 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Floodlighting proposal for historic Helmsdale landmark - Northern Times
Floodlighting proposal for historic Helmsdale landmark Northern Times
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
FOOTWAY IMPROVEMENTS A9 / OLD CAITHNESS ROAD, HELMSDALE - BEAR Scotland
FOOTWAY IMPROVEMENTS A9 / OLD CAITHNESS ROAD, HELMSDALE BEAR Scotland
Published on 4 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Moray West wind farm connected to grid for the first time - BBC
Moray West wind farm connected to grid for the first time BBC
Published on 3 July 2024 | 7:00 am
‘It’s a fantastic facility’: Homegrown footballer opens Helmsdale’s £500,000 new MUGA - Northern Times
‘It’s a fantastic facility’: Homegrown footballer opens Helmsdale’s £500,000 new MUGA Northern Times
Published on 3 July 2024 | 7:00 am
A job well done! Champagne toast as Helmsdale and District Development Trust celebrate opening of renovated village toilets - Northern Times
A job well done! Champagne toast as Helmsdale and District Development Trust celebrate opening of renovated village toilets Northern Times
Published on 12 June 2024 | 7:00 am
A9 road closures to affect motorists near Helmsdale and Berriedale - Northern Times
A9 road closures to affect motorists near Helmsdale and Berriedale Northern Times
Published on 10 June 2024 | 7:00 am
OVERNIGHT RESURFACING WORKS A9 HELMSDALE AND BERRIEDALE - BEAR Scotland
OVERNIGHT RESURFACING WORKS A9 HELMSDALE AND BERRIEDALE BEAR Scotland
Published on 10 June 2024 | 7:00 am
Official opening of renovated Helmsdale public toilets to take place next week - Northern Times
Official opening of renovated Helmsdale public toilets to take place next week Northern Times
Published on 5 June 2024 | 7:00 am
Steady stream of well-wishers join Gifted Helmsdale proprietor Kelly Mackay to celebrate 15th anniversary of the popular shop - Northern Times
Steady stream of well-wishers join Gifted Helmsdale proprietor Kelly Mackay to celebrate 15th anniversary of the popular shop Northern Times
Published on 4 April 2024 | 7:00 am
Scottish Ambulance Service Recruiting Community First Responders in Helmsdale, Tongue and Achiltibuie - Scottish Ambulance Service
Scottish Ambulance Service Recruiting Community First Responders in Helmsdale, Tongue and Achiltibuie Scottish Ambulance Service
Published on 19 March 2024 | 7:00 am
Derelict Helmsdale filling station changes hands - Northern Times
Derelict Helmsdale filling station changes hands Northern Times
Published on 10 February 2024 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale projects nearly at finish line - Northern Times
Helmsdale projects nearly at finish line Northern Times
Published on 8 February 2024 | 8:00 am
Permission sought to turn historic Helmsdale village church into private home - Northern Times
Permission sought to turn historic Helmsdale village church into private home Northern Times
Published on 23 January 2024 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale hotel owner brings stranded A9 motorists in from the cold - Press and Journal
Helmsdale hotel owner brings stranded A9 motorists in from the cold Press and Journal
Published on 19 January 2024 | 8:00 am
PICTURES: River Helmsdale opens for 2024 season after ceremonial first cast - Northern Times
PICTURES: River Helmsdale opens for 2024 season after ceremonial first cast Northern Times
Published on 11 January 2024 | 8:00 am
41st Helmsdale and District Highland Games attracts visitors from across the globe - Northern Times
41st Helmsdale and District Highland Games attracts visitors from across the globe Northern Times
Published on 28 August 2023 | 7:00 am
Vessel in distress at Helmsdale - RNLI
Vessel in distress at Helmsdale RNLI
Published on 25 February 2020 | 8:00 am
Events to recall demolished Helmsdale Castle - BBC
Events to recall demolished Helmsdale Castle BBC
Published on 10 May 2017 | 7:00 am