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Folklore and rituals say so much about society, even if the superstition behind them isn t true

From the archives in 1989, Toby Howard looks at the role of ritual and folklore, and asks whether we should separate them from superstition

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Communities in Sutherland set to welcome in the New Year with parties, fireworks and a torchlight procession

Dornoch s Hogmanay street party starts at around 10pm tonight.

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BBC Breakfast s Nina Warhurst wows in glam snap as she issues candid update

BBC Breakfast s Nina Warhurst wows in glam snap as she issues candid update
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Accommodation providers report strong bookings for Dornoch s Hogmanay street party

Dornoch s street party fills hotel rooms as visitors flock to enjoy a traditional Highland Hogmanay.

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A musical feast awaits at the Tall Ships

THE LERWICK Tall Ships is here - and that means the four-day feast of live music is about to begin. There is pretty much something for everyone from Wednesday to Saturday, from traditional tunes to rowdy rock and metal, classic covers to country. The four visiting headliners.

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