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Primary kids shocked as vandals strike again

THE pupils and staff at an Easter Ross primary school have been left devastated after their new potting shed was badly damaged in an overnight attack - the second time vandals have struck the school this year.

The incident at Park Primary School in Invergordon this week is yet another blow to the children's industrious efforts to achieve an eco-school's green flag, as the potting shed was damaged just weeks after their homemade greenhouse was vandalised.

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County go for prize scalps as season builds to a climax

IAIN Vigurs enjoyed his Roy of the Rovers moment as the season's first derby clash in Inverness ended in an emphatic 3-1 triumph for Ross County.

Music cuts may not be soft option

THERE's no doubting the irony of the potential threat hanging over music tuition in Highland schools.

Is it time for councils to merge?

Sir — The apathy experienced recently by Avoch and Killen Community Council is obviously not a new problem.

The unsung heroes like Nan

DON'T get the idea I am becoming morbid! I wrote last month about the death of a former PE teacher, Bill McLaren, and this month I want to touch on the death of another strong influence in my early life.

Music girl Emma's glittering prizes

A TALENTED young Ross-shire musician who is a veteran of an acclaimed competition is set to bow out on a high note after notching up three victories - with two more performances yet to come.

More blogs added - and more welcome

HAVE you a blog you think deserves a wider audience? This is your opportunity to get it known. We don't mind what you write about as long as it keeps us interested or entertained and the subject or the author is from our area.

Dingwall pupils have got the bottle!

SIXTH year pupils at a Ross-shire secondary have got the bottle to tackle an environmental menace right on their own doorsteps.

Get your music on the web with the Journal!

CALLING all local musicians: the Ross-shire Journal wants you – and your music – on our website.