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Series of online events will look at Parkinson’s research and treatments

Series of online events will look at Parkinson’s research and treatments

People affected by Parkinson's are being given the opportunity to learn more about research and treatments at a series of online events this month.
Ironic twist as Thurso disability campaigner struggles to access help for her own needs

Ironic twist as Thurso disability campaigner struggles to access help for her own needs

A Thurso woman with MS feels let down by NHS Highland and social services despite helping many disabled people access those same services.
John O'Groats fisherman given community payback order for domestic abuse

John O'Groats fisherman given community payback order for domestic abuse

A fisherman who abused his partner and threatened to smash her house up was spared a jail sentence.
Teenager who had Wick stop-off becomes youngest woman to fly solo around the globe

Teenager who had Wick stop-off becomes youngest woman to fly solo around the globe

Teenage aviator Zara Rutherford has become the youngest woman to fly solo around the world after a 155-day adventure that included a stop in Wick.

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POLL: Do you want a new nuclear modular reactor to be considered for Caithness?

POLL: Do you want a new nuclear modular reactor to be considered for Caithness?

POLL: Do you want a new nuclear modular reactor to be considered for Caithness?

Have your say by clicking into the story and voting on the poll.

Jamie Stone to meet with Government to discuss social tariffs for mobile and broadband consumers

Jamie Stone to meet with Government to discuss social tariffs for mobile and broadband consumers

Jamie Stone to meet with Government to discuss social tariffs for mobile and broadband consumers

Far north MP Jamie Stone is trying to ensure that households are 'not paying more than they need to on broadband costs'.

Farmers and crofters set to get aid from Less Favoured Area Support Scheme

Farmers and crofters set to get aid from Less Favoured Area Support Scheme

Farmers and crofters set to get aid from Less Favoured Area Support Scheme

Farmers and crofters in areas deemed "remote and marginalised" will start to receive their share of more than £65 million shortly.

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Local authority will 'help tenants' in Caithness with below inflation council house rent increases

Local authority will 'help tenants' in Caithness with below inflation council house rent increases

The local authority approved a below inflation rise in council house rents for 2022/23 to help tenants 'during challenging financial times'.
Welcome relief for businesses – but it's not the end of the road

Welcome relief for businesses – but it's not the end of the road

Businesses still have work to do despite relief that restrictions brought in due to the Omicron variant of Covid-19 will be lifted from Monday.
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Campaign group insists there is 'almost no public support for new nuclear' and calls on Jamie Stone to think again

Campaign group insists there is 'almost no public support for new nuclear' and calls on Jamie Stone to think again

Campaign group insists there is 'almost no public support for new nuclear' and calls on Jamie Stone to think again

A campaigner has claimed there is no need for further nuclear development and urged Jamie Stone to think again about his support for a new reactor.

Caithness at War – historical Wick trail to include replica Spitfire

Caithness at War – historical Wick trail to include replica Spitfire

Caithness at War – historical Wick trail to include replica Spitfire

Plans are in the pipeline to create a special World War II memorial trail around Wick that will include the replica of a Spitfire aircraft.

Deal paves way for Caithness harbour to become operations base for world's largest floating offshore wind farm

Deal paves way for Caithness harbour to become operations base for world's largest floating offshore wind farm

Deal paves way for Caithness harbour to become operations base for world's largest floating offshore wind farm

The recently upgraded Scrabster Harbour is set to benefit from an agreement with a pioneering floating wind farm due to be built off the north coast.

Call for government to think twice about centralising more maternity services as situation in Caithness 'far from ideal'

Call for government to think twice about centralising more maternity services as situation in Caithness 'far from ideal'

Call for government to think twice about centralising more maternity services as situation in Caithness 'far from ideal'

An MSP has urged the Scottish Government to think twice about centralising more maternity services, with the situation in Caithness "far from ideal".
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NATIONAL NEWS

Education Secretary to vet local plans to bring back masks in schools

Education Secretary to vet local plans to bring back masks in schools

Education Secretary to vet local plans to bring back masks in schools

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday that masks would be scrapped in school classrooms from Thursday.

Green light given for Irish Government to lift majority of Covid restrictions

Green light given for Irish Government to lift majority of Covid restrictions

Green light given for Irish Government to lift majority of Covid restrictions

It is understood the National Public Health Emergency Team has recommended the lifting of restrictions in the hospitality sector.

Dog rescued after spending 34 hours stuck in 22ft deep crevice

Dog rescued after spending 34 hours stuck in 22ft deep crevice

Dog rescued after spending 34 hours stuck in 22ft deep crevice

Reggie the 11-month-old spaniel is ‘in good spirits’ despite his ordeal.

Covid-19: Which coronavirus rules are changing across the UK?

Covid-19: Which coronavirus rules are changing across the UK?

Covid-19: Which coronavirus rules are changing across the UK?

All four nations have seen a drop in case numbers.
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Greens looking to end winless away run as they take on Grangemouth

Greens looking to end winless away run as they take on Grangemouth

Caithness are keen to emerge from their prolonged hibernation by putting an end to their winless run on their travels in Caley Region Division One.

We'll need to sharpen up our shooting, says Thurso manager ahead of Caithness derby

We'll need to sharpen up our shooting, says Thurso manager ahead of Caithness derby

We'll need to sharpen up our shooting, says Thurso manager ahead of Caithness derby

Michael Bremner says he fancies Thurso's chances against Halkirk United – but acknowledges that the Vikings will need to show more cutting edge.

Hat-trick of tries for Harvey as Caithness Krakens notch third league victory

Hat-trick of tries for Harvey as Caithness Krakens notch third league victory

Hat-trick of tries for Harvey as Caithness Krakens notch third league victory

The Krakens took centre stage at Millbank as they notched up their third victory of the season in the Women's North Region League.

Yellows make the most of positive start as they move up to joint second

Yellows make the most of positive start as they move up to joint second

Yellows make the most of positive start as they move up to joint second

Caithness 2nd XV survived a second-half fade-out to prevail 22-14 in their Caley Region 4 clash away to Craig Dunain on Saturday.

Halkirk 'A' take over top spot in Caithness rifle league as Wick Old Stagers are held

Halkirk 'A' take over top spot in Caithness rifle league as Wick Old Stagers are held

Halkirk 'A' take over top spot in Caithness rifle league as Wick Old Stagers are held

Halkirk "A" moved into top spot in Division One of the CSBRA league after Wick Old Stagers were held to a draw by Banff & Macduff in round eight.

Bain and Wilson take January Medal honours at Reay

Bain and Wilson take January Medal honours at Reay

Following the festive break, it was back to business as usual with both the ladies and gents competing for silverware on the Reay links.

It should have been six or seven, says Manson as Wick Academy extend winning run

It should have been six or seven, says Manson as Wick Academy extend winning run

Gary Manson admitted two late goals by Deveronvale took some of the shine off what should have been a “statement win” for Wick Academy.

£5500 handed over to Halkirk junior footballers in memory of Michael

£5500 handed over to Halkirk junior footballers in memory of Michael

Money raised to honour the life of Michael MacIntosh has been donated to Halkirk Junior FC and there are plans to organise an annual memorial match.
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LIFESTYLE

Year-long swimming challenge nears the end

Year-long swimming challenge nears the end

Nurse swims for 365 days in a row in memory of her friend's son.

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

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.

Is your pooch the best looking in Inverness?

Is your pooch the best looking in Inverness?

Is your pooch the best looking in Inverness?

Local bar Platform 8 are hosting a competition to find the best looking dog.

Gaelic language to be promoted by firefighters

Gaelic language to be promoted by firefighters

Gaelic language to be promoted by firefighters

The Gaelic Language Plan is a new initiative for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and is seeking locals views on how to use the language.

Shetland joins in leisure centre scheme

Shetland joins in leisure centre scheme

Shetland joins in leisure centre scheme

High Life Highland have extended their free leisure access scheme to Shetland so those with a high life card can visit any participating centre.
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Burns Supper welcomes Hollywood headliner

Burns Supper welcomes Hollywood headliner

Hollywood and Broadway star Alan Cumming brings some sparkle to this year’s Nae Ordinary Burns Supper.

Lockdown singing videos lead to debut album for north-east woman

Lockdown singing videos lead to debut album for north-east woman

Lockdown singing videos lead to debut album for north-east woman

Helen Thompson recorded her new CD Country Girl with young musician Matthew James McKay.

Sounds of hope among the quiet

Sounds of hope among the quiet

Sounds of hope among the quiet

ArtyNess by Liza Mulholland

Rocky Horror Show to feature Ore Oduba when it comes to Aberdeen

Rocky Horror Show to feature Ore Oduba when it comes to Aberdeen

Rocky Horror Show to feature Ore Oduba when it comes to Aberdeen

Actor, presenter and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Ore Oduba will feature in the Rocky Horror Show when it comes to the north-east in April.

Inverness writer sets her new thriller in Edinburgh

Inverness writer sets her new thriller in Edinburgh

Inverness writer sets her new thriller in Edinburgh

In Helen Forbes' latest book, Lily Anderson seems to have it all – but when her fiance goes missing, she could lose everything

River City actor says long-distance walks 'deepened friendships'

River City actor says long-distance walks 'deepened friendships'

River City star Iain Robertson has been striding out on some of Scotland's long-distance footpaths, including the Speyside Way.

New installation adds to SPECTRA festival's offering

New installation adds to SPECTRA festival's offering

TOGETHER, a spectacular public-art installation that offers audiences a unique and immersive experience generated by the written and spoken stories.

Strictly star bringing Rocky Horror Show to Eden Court

Strictly star bringing Rocky Horror Show to Eden Court

Presenter and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Ore Oduba has been receiving rave reviews as Brad Majors in Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show.
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