John O'Groat Journal  and Caithness Courier
31 July, 2010
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An artist's impression of how the development at Staxigoe could look.

Published:  30 July, 2010

A PROPOSAL to build five houses at Staxigoe to help re-create the atmosphere of the traditional Caithness fishing village has been granted planning permission in principle.

The decision taken by the Highland Council has delighted the local couple behind the initiative - Mark and Lesley Thain - after earlier attempts for a similar plan were rejected.

Local News 
Published:  30 July, 2010

EROTIC dancing could be on the bill at the Waterfront if councillors give the go-ahead.

Featured Articles 
Published:  27 July, 2010
Letters 
Published:  30 July, 2010

SIR – I write to congratulate Morag Mackenzie for bucking the current trend in Wick town centre ("Retailer aims to buck trend, Caithness Courier, July 21).

Local Sport 
Published:  30 July, 2010

WICK Academy eased through Wednesday evening's HITS North of Scotland Cup clash at Harmsworth Park in style while visitors Brora Rangers also created plenty of chances in a high-scoring opener to the new season.

People and Places 
Published:  28 July, 2010

A LOCAL member of Caithness Riding Club says winning a place as a steward at the renowned Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) "is a dream come true".

In the Spotlight 
Published:  30 July, 2010

STUDENTS from London are in Caithness for the second residency involving the Prince's Drawing School.

Holyrood Diaries 
Published:  30 July, 2010

THE big push to build a durable economy for the Far North is under way. Calder Engineering Ltd, of Thurso, is to be congratulated on winning a new offshore contract.

Out and About 
Published:  28 July, 2010

PERHAPS my main reason for entering a long-distance running event is the incentive it gives to run further and more often. I have to build up the miles.

The Music Room 
Published:  01 October, 2008

CALLING all local musicians: the Groat and Courier want you – and your music – on our website.

Supplements 
Published:  02 July, 2010

TAKE a break with the latest Caithness Courier and John O'Groat Journal supplements to read online.

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