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Wick primaries still at risk in schools review

Wick primaries still at risk in schools review

PRIMARY schools in Wick are the only ones in Caithness which could be closed or amalgamated by a Highland Council review. That possibility emerged this…


Young pedallers post good times

Young pedallers post good times

WEEK seven in the Wick Wheelers 10-mile time trials returned to the normal route on a difficult night.


Police find missing Glasgow man’s clothes at Keiss

Police find missing Glasgow man’s clothes at Keiss

CLOTHES found at a Caithness beach belong to a man who has been missing for over a week, it has been revealed. John McKee (45), from Auldhouse in…


Log on to new website and find your ideal car

Log on to new website and find your ideal car

THE launch of an exciting new North of Scotland Newspapers website means users can now view thousands of cars for sale in the Highlands, Moray and Banffshire…


Northern Constabulary launches crackdown on domestic abuse

Northern Constabulary launches crackdown on domestic abuse

A CAMPAIGN aimed at preventing and detecting domestic abuse has been launched in Caithness. Part of Northern Constabulary’s enforcement initiative…


Wick and Thurso RNLI lifeboats called to aid stricken Faroese vessel

Wick and Thurso RNLI lifeboats called to aid stricken Faroese vessel

THURSO lifeboat The Taylors was called out for the second time in 10 hours this morning (Thursday) after a Faroese fishing vessel, with 14 people on board,…


Wick football tournament to honour Scott Mackenzie’s memory

Wick football tournament to honour Scott Mackenzie’s memory

THIS weekend will see the return of a popular football tournament in memory of a talented teenager. The Scott Mackenzie Memorial Tournament will take…


Former ‘Groat’ reporter to stand in Aberdeen council by-election

Former ‘Groat’ reporter to stand in Aberdeen council by-election

HALKIRK-born journalist and community politician Hamish Mackay has announced he is entering the fray as an independent candidate in a key Aberdeen City…


Thurso couple are wild at heart for wedding anniversary

Thurso couple are wild at heart for wedding anniversary

A Thurso couple have signed up to take part in the annual WildHearts WolfTrek, an outdoor challenge taking place in the Highlands August 6th, organised…


Thurso lifeboat stalwart honoured with Old Pulteney award

Thurso lifeboat stalwart honoured with Old Pulteney award

THE maritime industry has paid tribute to a man who has given 38 years of service to saving lives. Thurso's Billy Farquhar was awarded the Old Pulteney…


Dounreay closure plea to firms

Dounreay closure plea to firms

LOCAL businesses dependent on Dounreay are being urged to act now to ensure they have a prosperous future in the area as the rundown of the plant gathers…


Film club brings flicks back to Thurso

Film club brings flicks back to Thurso

MONTHLY screenings, special events, late-night films and a membership scheme are the aims on a new film club in Thurso.


Five-goal flourish for duo’s farewell game

Five-goal flourish for duo’s farewell game

ACADEMY co-managers Richard Hughes and Ian Munro got a five-star send-off in Speyside as they stepped down from the helm at the weekend. Despite an indifferent…


Job loss fears over safety rules

Job loss fears over safety rules

BUILDING contractors in Caithness have expressed fears that new water supply rules will have a damaging impact on the industry locally... and even lead…


Kessock Bridge works travel delays

Kessock Bridge works travel delays

BUS services to Inverness from the Far North are likely to be disrupted during essential maintenance work.


Louise goes extra mile for RNLI

Louise goes extra mile for RNLI

BY going the extra mile for charity a local woman has raised money for a vital service in the county. Louise Charlton, from Thurso, took part in the Edinburgh…


Thurso mum's head shave tribute

Thurso mum's head shave tribute

A THURSO mother-of-four shaved her hair for charity in memory of a teenage relative who died in a tragic road accident in Caithness.


Viv rewarded for two-year course

Viv rewarded for two-year course

A LOCAL woman recently completed a two-year course to become a fully qualified pharmacy technician.


‘We are proud of what we’ve achieved’

‘We are proud of what we’ve achieved’

IT IS the end of era at Harmsworth Park as the club says goodbye to its managerial duo. Richard Hughes and Ian Munro left the sidelines for the last…


Wick passport office set to close

Wick passport office set to close

A WICK community councillor has branded the closure of the town’s passport interview office as “ridiculous”. First-time applicants could now face a round…


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