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Three charities chosen to benefit from Wick Academy Development Fund cash

Three charities chosen to benefit from Wick Academy Development Fund cash

Three charities are to benefit from the estimated £140,000 in the controversial Wick Academy Development Fund.
Council to 'rationalise' offices as part of strategy to reduce property and emissions

Council to 'rationalise' offices as part of strategy to reduce property and emissions

Highland councillors will consider a list of offices for review and potential rationalisation as part of a 15-year capital strategy on Thursday.
Wick woman 'too drunk' to remember alleged attack

Wick woman 'too drunk' to remember alleged attack

A woman told Wick Sheriff Court on Tuesday that she was so drunk that she couldn't remember anything about an alleged assault by her partner.
Good turnout for switch-on of Thurso Christmas lights

Good turnout for switch-on of Thurso Christmas lights

Sir John's Square in Thurso is looking very festive after the switch-on of the town's Christmas lights on Friday.

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Just published – Thurso author pens folklore sequel

Just published – Thurso author pens folklore sequel

Just published – Thurso author pens folklore sequel

The legends of Caithness were the inspiration for Thurso author Gail Anthea Brown, whose second novel Pieces of Sky and Stone has just been released.

Driver denies mobile phone driving charge

Driver denies mobile phone driving charge

Driver denies mobile phone driving charge

A young Sutherland driver is to contest a charge of using a hand-held mobile phone while driving.

Ellie Watt from Wick helps spread the magic of Christmas by making over 160 shoeboxes to send to Romania

Ellie Watt from Wick helps spread the magic of Christmas by making over 160 shoeboxes to send to Romania

Ellie Watt from Wick helps spread the magic of Christmas by making over 160 shoeboxes to send to Romania

Eight-year-old Ellie Watt, of Wick, has been busy making shoeboxes to send to Romania so less fortunate children are not forgotten at Christmas.

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Study reinforces the importance of a just transition for the Highlands and Islands' £100m oil and gas sector

Study reinforces the importance of a just transition for the Highlands and Islands' £100m oil and gas sector

New research has revealed that the oil and gas industry contributes £112 million to the Highlands and Islands economy
Raigmore Hospital Ward 5a remains closed

Raigmore Hospital Ward 5a remains closed

Ward 5a at Raigmore Hospital remains closed to new admissions and visiting following the detection of a very small number of cases of Covid-19.
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Three charities chosen to benefit from Wick Academy Development Fund cash

Three charities chosen to benefit from Wick Academy Development Fund cash

Three charities chosen to benefit from Wick Academy Development Fund cash

Three charities are to benefit from the estimated £140,000 in the controversial Wick Academy Development Fund.

Groat steps in after 90-year-old Dunnet man is 'harassed' by power company over huge bill

Groat steps in after 90-year-old Dunnet man is 'harassed' by power company over huge bill

Groat steps in after 90-year-old Dunnet man is 'harassed' by power company over huge bill

A Dunnet pensioner contacted the paper when he was at his wits end after receiving threatening letters over an enormous electricity bill.

MSP asked to explain why Highland Council gets five per cent of roads budget for 12 per cent of roads

MSP asked to explain why Highland Council gets five per cent of roads budget for 12 per cent of roads

MSP asked to explain why Highland Council gets five per cent of roads budget for 12 per cent of roads

Caithness councillor Matthew Reiss has called on MSP Maree Todd to look into funding “discrepancies” he says have seen Highland Council short-changed.

Simec director welcomes MPs call for UK Government funding for tidal energy

Simec director welcomes MPs call for UK Government funding for tidal energy

Simec director welcomes MPs call for UK Government funding for tidal energy

The company behind the MeyGen project welcomes call from MPs for tidal energy projects to get financial support from the UK government.
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Some schools to stay closed on Wednesday as Storma Barra blasts Ireland

Some schools to stay closed on Wednesday as Storma Barra blasts Ireland

Some schools to stay closed on Wednesday as Storma Barra blasts Ireland

The Department of Education on Tuesday evening said that any school currently or forecast to be in a red or orange alert area should remain closed.

Omicron could be more transmissible than Delta, PM tells ministers

Omicron could be more transmissible than Delta, PM tells ministers

Omicron could be more transmissible than Delta, PM tells ministers

A further 101 cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant have been confirmed in the UK.

Russian billionaire wants Supreme Court to halt ex-wife’s case in London

Russian billionaire wants Supreme Court to halt ex-wife’s case in London

Russian billionaire wants Supreme Court to halt ex-wife’s case in London

Appeal judges earlier this year said Natalia Potanina could make a claim for money in an English court after her marriage to Vladimir Potanin ended.

Diana, Dodi, William and Harry together was a time of ‘lovely family vibes’

Diana, Dodi, William and Harry together was a time of ‘lovely family vibes’

Diana, Dodi, William and Harry together was a time of ‘lovely family vibes’

Dodi Fayed’s younger half brother Omar Fayed has spoken to Tatler magazine for its January issue.
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SPORT

Local riders take part in arena event at Halkirk

Local riders take part in arena event at Halkirk

Riders aged from six to 60 took part in an arena event organised by Caithness Pony Club at the weekend.

Formartine hand out a harsh lesson to halt Wick's momentum

Formartine hand out a harsh lesson to halt Wick's momentum

Formartine hand out a harsh lesson to halt Wick's momentum

Wick Academy manager Gary Manson admitted that Saturday's 4-1 defeat to Formartine United was a harsh lesson for his team.

Boyd happy with squad depth as Greens seek first away win of campaign

Boyd happy with squad depth as Greens seek first away win of campaign

Boyd happy with squad depth as Greens seek first away win of campaign

Caithness 1st XV are preparing for a trip to Tillicoultry after their scheduled trek to Glenrothes last Saturday became a victim of Storm Arwen.

Anglers looking to stay in touch in title race as they take on St Duthus for third time this season

Anglers looking to stay in touch in title race as they take on St Duthus for third time this season

Anglers looking to stay in touch in title race as they take on St Duthus for third time this season

Halkirk United will be looking to stay in touch in the North Caledonian League title race when they welcome St Duthus to Morrison Park this weekend.

Wick manager says back-to-back wins have boosted morale ahead of Formartine clash

Wick manager says back-to-back wins have boosted morale ahead of Formartine clash

Wick manager says back-to-back wins have boosted morale ahead of Formartine clash

Manager Gary Manson says his Wick Academy players will be full of confidence as they go into Saturday's home game against Formartine United.

Listen: Balls & Whistles 46

Listen: Balls & Whistles 46

Listen to the latest episode of Balls & Whistles featuring full interviews from the week in football, rugby and boxing.

Bremner aiming to get Thurso higher up table as they take on North Caledonian League champions

Bremner aiming to get Thurso higher up table as they take on North Caledonian League champions

Thurso will get a taste of Friday night football as they go down the A9 to take on North Caledonian League champions Golspie at King George V Park.

Fort William's new boss Shadab Iftikhar says he can't wait to get started

Fort William's new boss Shadab Iftikhar says he can't wait to get started

The Highland League's bottom club Fort William have appointed Shadab Iftikhar as manager – after he was part of Belgium's backroom team in the Euros.
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LIFESTYLE

City Seen is back! Pictures from a recent night out in Inverness

City Seen is back! Pictures from a recent night out in Inverness

Our photographers are back on the street capturing the best moments of Invernessian nightlife.

SPONSORED CONTENT: Enjoy a taste of your Highlands and Islands this Christmas with A Whale of a Time

SPONSORED CONTENT: Enjoy a taste of your Highlands and Islands this Christmas with A Whale of a Time

SPONSORED CONTENT: Enjoy a taste of your Highlands and Islands this Christmas with A Whale of a Time

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City Seen Flashback: Pictures from a night out in Inverness in 2018

City Seen Flashback: Pictures from a night out in Inverness in 2018

City Seen Flashback: Pictures from a night out in Inverness in 2018

Another Sunday, another round of City Seen Flashback pictures, bringing you the best snaps from nights out and events around Inverness.

NICKY MARR: Milestone shows how swiftly time passes

NICKY MARR: Milestone shows how swiftly time passes

NICKY MARR: Milestone shows how swiftly time passes

Looking back on 25 years as a mum, have I learnt anything at all?

Recipe of the week: Roast rump of Scotch lamb, Blackthorn salt za’atar and crowdie pastillas

Recipe of the week: Roast rump of Scotch lamb, Blackthorn salt za’atar and crowdie pastillas

Recipe of the week: Roast rump of Scotch lamb, Blackthorn salt za’atar and crowdie pastillas

Celebrate Scotch lamb with this tasty dish from award-winning chef Graeme Pallister.
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Amy Macdonald promises Inverness date will be a night to remember

Amy Macdonald promises Inverness date will be a night to remember

Amy says '... can't wait to get back ... and share songs old and new with my fans in the north of Scotland'

Negative Covid test certification goes live

Negative Covid test certification goes live

Negative Covid test certification goes live

It will offer further flexibility for entrance to venues under the certification scheme.

Duran Duran debut in Inverness next July

Duran Duran debut in Inverness next July

Duran Duran debut in Inverness next July

'after four decades of shows it’s pretty exciting to be coming to a new city'

Legendary designer Dame Zandra Rhodes looks back at her 50 years in fashion featured in north-east showcase

Legendary designer Dame Zandra Rhodes looks back at her 50 years in fashion featured in north-east showcase

Legendary designer Dame Zandra Rhodes looks back at her 50 years in fashion featured in north-east showcase

Dame Zandra Rhodes is delighted that the north-east is now able to see a celebration of her life's work – a career which has spanned five decades.

Kiri Pritchard-Maclean to stop off at the Lemon Tree on UK tour

Kiri Pritchard-Maclean to stop off at the Lemon Tree on UK tour

Kiri Pritchard-Maclean to stop off at the Lemon Tree on UK tour

She will bring her new tour to Aberdeen for a gig at the Lemon Tree on March 1.

Students wanted to design Belladrum artwork

Students wanted to design Belladrum artwork

The winner will receive a fee of £1,500

ARTYNESS: Liza Mulholland talks Inverness Music Festival centenary

ARTYNESS: Liza Mulholland talks Inverness Music Festival centenary

Liza says 'Join the fun – the syllabus is out for next year!'

Florians friends together again for a Dibley Christmas

Florians friends together again for a Dibley Christmas

The Florians scheduled the Dibley sequel for 2020 originally
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