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Six new schemes to help reduce single-use packaging on-the-go have been launched in the Highlands.

Wick-born author Dorothy Stewart (née Miller) is celebrating her 75th birthday with the publication of her 15th book, entitled Loose Ends.

A free event in Wick St Fergus Church Hall on May 25 will be a showcase for local community groups and the wide-ranging work they do.

This week’s letters from John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier readers touch on a range of subjects.

Residents at a Thurso care home enjoyed a nostalgic day out when they ventured along the coast to make the most of good weather at John O’Groats.

News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

Blind and partially sighted people in Caithness will be able to receive in-person support at upcoming events with a leading sight loss charity.

Aurora hunters were in force last night after the intense solar activity resulted in an incredible northern lights display.

Anti-wind farm campaigners are celebrating after the scrapping of plans to develop a nine-turbine scheme on the north Sutherland coast.

Halkirk’s under-14 footballers have received a new set of strips sponsored by local firm J&G Sutherland.

The past year has “seen a few changes” in the Castletown area, the chairman of the community council has said.

Halkirk Primary School pupils had to look high in the sky last week to see a VIP visitor – Britain's tallest man.

Caithness crafters are said to be in uproar after a social media post suggested Trading Standards would be doing heavy-handed spot checks on stalls.

More than 600 metres of road have now been installed along with the first bridge.

Labour have announced their General Election candidate for the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross constituency.

Police Scotland is investigating what appears to be a deliberate fire on moorland near Thurso on Thursday (May 8).

The loss of the “vital” Wick mobile post office, which is to stop running later this month, will impact on rural areas and be “sorely missed”.

Mark Rouse has been praised for his contribution to Dounreay after it was announced he will leave his job as managing director after four years.

Aurora hunters look set for a treat after intense solar activity increased the chances that the Northern Lights will be visible ANYWHERE in the UK.