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Warm clothing handed out to detainees in cold court custody cells

The inspection of Perth Sheriff Court's custody unit also revealed graffiti, structural damage and dampness

1 April 2026
BBC Scotland

The huge task of rewiring Britain's electricity grid from top to bottom

The massive task of getting the power from where it is generated to where it is used involves a massive upgrade of the grid.

1 April 2026
MSN

Tain District Assembly confirms DCE

Exciting news for our Tain community! The Tain District Assembly has officially confirmed the new DCE, a significant step for our local governance. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this appointment shapes our town's future.

28 March 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Ooh La La! Tain winner is ‘silkier than French knickers’

Well, well, well, Tain has done it again! We've got a local star who's wowed the judges with their… well, let's just say 'silky' talents. It sounds like a fantastic win for one of our own!

24 March 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Ullapool woman’s 500-mile tribute to deeply-loved Tain brother (17) who took his life

It's a heartbreaking story from our neighbour Ullapool, with a connection that hits very close to home here in Tain. A young person from our community, just 17, has been deeply missed, and a remarkable tribute is being planned in their memory.

20 March 2026
Press and Journal

Two women charged after incident at Tain Royal Academy

Our local Tain Royal Academy has been in the news recently following an incident that has led to charges. We're following this story closely to bring you the latest updates from our community.

18 March 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Two women charged after Tain school incident

Well, it's been a busy week here in Tain, with some news coming out of one of our local schools. Two women have been charged following an incident at a Tain school, and we'll be keeping you updated on this story.

18 March 2026
Northern Times

Police enquiries ongoing after ‘incident’ at Tain school

There's been a bit of concern in Tain following an incident at our local school. Police have confirmed they're carrying out enquiries, and we'll be keeping you updated on any news.

14 March 2026
BBC

Pupils to start moving into £72m Tain campus from April

Exciting news for our young learners! After much anticipation, the doors to the brand-new £72 million campus in Tain are finally set to open. We'll soon see pupils making the move into this fantastic new facility starting in April!

10 March 2026
Highland Council

Alexandra Bridge in Tain reopens following essential repairs

Good news for Tain residents and visitors alike! Our beloved Alexandra Bridge is back open after some much-needed work. It's great to see this important local landmark fully accessible again, making your journeys around town even smoother.

7 March 2026
Northern Times

160 hours of unpaid work for Tain man who resisted arrest and breached bail

A Tain man has been handed a community payback order after resisting arrest and breaching bail conditions. The court heard details of the incident that led to the sentence, impacting one of our local residents.

25 February 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Tain teenager took police on 10-mile chase from Contin to Dingwall

Our local teens are usually making us proud, so it's a shame to hear about a young person from Tain being involved in a police chase that stretched for miles. It's certainly caused a stir, and we'll be following the details of this story as they emerge.

24 February 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Former Tain Royal Academy pupil unveils new solo exhibition in Glasgow

Former Tain Royal Academy pupil unveils new solo exhibition in Glasgow  Ross-shire Journal

21 February 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Tain auctioneer divides opinion over slavery shackles sale

Well now, there's been a bit of a stir right here in Tain this week! Our very own auctioneer has caused quite a debate with the sale of some rather historical, and frankly, controversial, slavery shackles. It's certainly got the community talking about how we handle such sensitive pieces of history.

21 February 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Elderly Tain woman’s £500 returned after customer caught pocketing cash on CCTV

Good news for one of our Tain residents! A distressing incident involving a local woman and a significant sum of money has had a positive resolution, thanks to quick action and some clever technology. We're so glad to hear her £500 has been safely returned.

11 February 2026
Northern Times

Tain dance teams’ appeal after ‘major achievement’ to secure places on European stage

We've got some absolutely brilliant news from our very own Tain dance troupes! They've achieved something truly special, securing their spots to represent us all on the European stage. Let's hear all about their fantastic journey and how we can support them!

10 February 2026
Scottish Water

Tain Sewer Repair

Great news for residents of Tain! Scottish Water has announced essential sewer repairs are set to begin soon, ensuring our local infrastructure remains in tip-top shape. We'll keep you updated on any disruption this might cause in our town.

20 January 2026
Press and Journal

Man reported missing from Balintore, near Tain found

Good news for our community! A man who was reported missing from Balintore, just a stone's throw from Tain, has now been found safe and sound. We're all so relieved to hear he's back.

19 January 2026
Ross-shire Journal

Tain and District Cats Protection on the prowl for new volunteers

Great news for our feline friends in Tain! The Tain and District Cats Protection branch is on the lookout for dedicated volunteers to help them continue their vital work. If you have a passion for cats and some spare time, they'd love to hear from you!

18 January 2026
Northern Times

Easter Ross woman told to repay remaining cash embezzled from Tain Gala Association

Oh dear, this is a bit of a sad story for our community! It seems a local woman has been ordered to return money she took from the Tain Gala Association. We're all hoping for a swift resolution so our beloved gala can continue to thrive!

17 January 2026

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