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‘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 | 3:35 pm
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 | 2:37 pm
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 | 12:17 pm
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 | 2:50 pm
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
UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash - John O'Groat Journal
UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Film festival will have screenings at Helmsdale, Lairg and Bettyhill - Northern Times
Film festival will have screenings at Helmsdale, Lairg and Bettyhill Northern Times
Published on 14 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
‘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
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
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
‘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
Child airlifted to hospital after dog attack in Helmsdale, police say enquiries ongoing - John O'Groat Journal
Child airlifted to hospital after dog attack in Helmsdale, police say enquiries ongoing John O'Groat Journal
Published on 14 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Inside Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne's quiet life in remote Scottish village - Glasgow Live
Inside Gavin and Stacey star Mathew Horne's quiet life in remote Scottish village Glasgow Live
Published on 11 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 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
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
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
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
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
Melvich produce five star performance to win Mackay Cup in Helmsdale - Northern Times
Melvich produce five star performance to win Mackay Cup in Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 18 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 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
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
‘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
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
‘We have tough decisions to make’ — Tain Thistle assistant boss praises quality of squad after win at Helmsdale - Ross-shire Journal
‘We have tough decisions to make’ — Tain Thistle assistant boss praises quality of squad after win at Helmsdale Ross-shire Journal
Published on 25 June 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
Golspie Stafford win midweek tussle with title rivals Tain Thistle, as Helmsdale are on cloud nine - Northern Times
Golspie Stafford win midweek tussle with title rivals Tain Thistle, as Helmsdale are on cloud nine Northern Times
Published on 12 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
A9 road closures to affect motorists near Helmsdale and Berriedale - John O'Groat Journal
A9 road closures to affect motorists near Helmsdale and Berriedale John O'Groat Journal
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
Anna Massie to perform at Helmsdale - Northern Times
Anna Massie to perform at Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 17 April 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
Helmsdale Games flying high with astronaut David Games to be 2024 chieftain - Northern Times
Helmsdale Games flying high with astronaut David Games to be 2024 chieftain Northern Times
Published on 26 March 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
Timespan's archive image of herring gutters at Helmsdale sparks international interest - Northern Times
Timespan's archive image of herring gutters at Helmsdale sparks international interest Northern Times
Published on 7 March 2024 | 8:00 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
Dutch beachcomber travels to Helmsdale to return fisherman's lost buoy after it drifted 800km across the north sea to wash up on island - Northern Times
Dutch beachcomber travels to Helmsdale to return fisherman's lost buoy after it drifted 800km across the north sea to wash up on island Northern Times
Published on 16 August 2023 | 7:00 am
Faster service for Helmsdale mobile phone users after mast upgrade - Northern Times
Faster service for Helmsdale mobile phone users after mast upgrade Northern Times
Published on 17 May 2023 | 7:00 am
Start made on Helmsdale MUGA build - Northern Times
Start made on Helmsdale MUGA build Northern Times
Published on 19 January 2023 | 8:00 am
Helmsdale community try out fleet of e-bikes at open day - Northern Times
Helmsdale community try out fleet of e-bikes at open day Northern Times
Published on 10 May 2022 | 7:00 am
Vessel in distress at Helmsdale - RNLI
Vessel in distress at Helmsdale RNLI
Published on 25 February 2020 | 8:00 am
Ishbel Macrae, Helmsdale - Northern Times
Ishbel Macrae, Helmsdale Northern Times
Published on 26 May 2017 | 7:00 am
Events to recall demolished Helmsdale Castle - BBC
Events to recall demolished Helmsdale Castle BBC
Published on 10 May 2017 | 7:00 am