Halkirk volunteers 'overwhelmed' by support for motoring heritage centre

Volunteers working to establish a motoring heritage centre in Halkirk hope it can become an important new tourist attraction for Caithness.

Still much more to do in fight against HIV and Aids, says local MP Jamie Stone

Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross MP Jamie Stone has warned that there is "still much more to do" in the fight against HIV and Aids.

Thurso artist incorporates Caithness Courier in a new painting at his one-man show

A Thurso artist has a solo show of paintings at the North Coast Visitor Centre and incorporates a copy of the Caithness Courier in one work.

Highland tourism businesses urged to take up opportunity to connect with international customers

Highland tourism and events businesses can book their place to connect with tour operators and travel agents from key international markets

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Creative projects at Lyth Arts Centre benefit from £60,000 National Lottery funding

Lyth Arts Centre (LAC) has received £60,000 of National Lottery funding in the latest round of Creative Scotland Open Fund awards.

PICTURES: Wick volunteers complete upgrade of Newton Hill path – local mum delighted she can push her pram up the hill safely now

Volunteers from Wick Paths Group (WPG) have completed the upgrade of a popular path from the town boundary up to Newton Hill.

Christmas treats on the menu at Thurso Community Café

Thurso Community Café is getting into the spirit of Christmas by offering a couple of events to help raise funds to update the kitchen.

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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

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

The company behind the MeyGen project welcomes call from MPs for tidal energy projects to get financial support from the UK government.

Rally arrives at John O'Groats with message that electric vehicles can go the distance

PICTURES: A convoy of eco-friendly cars arrived at John O'Groats today on a 1200-mile tour showing that EVs are not just for short, urban journeys.

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NATIONAL NEWS

What the papers say – December 2

Concerns and reassurance over Christmas feature among the stories on Thursday’s front pages.

Scientists may have identified trigger behind Covid vaccine-induced blood clots

The research was published in the journal Science Advances.

Ministry of Defence sets target of doubling female recruits by 2030

It is one of a number of reforms published by the Government in response to an inquiry into concerning treatment of servicewomen.

Voters go to the polls in Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election

The by-election follows the death of former Cabinet minister James Brokenshire.

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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.

Second junior badminton tournament attracts 'fantastic turnout' at Wick venue

Caithness Badminton Association held its second junior tournament for first to third-year high school pupils in Wick, with 34 children competing.

Confidence growing as Wick Academy record back-to-back wins in Highland League

Gary Manson praised his Wick Academy players for producing their most complete performance of the season so far in Saturday's victory over Forres.

Steven 'up for the challenge' at Grange Open in Edinburgh

Thurso squash player Fraser Steven says he is "up for the challenge" ahead of this week's Commercial Water Solutions Grange Open.

Reay golfers receive their silverware

Competition winners from Reay Golf Club's 2021 season were presented with their silverware at the annual prize-giving dinner.

Wick swimmers achieve personal bests at Orkney mini meet — Wick Amateur Swimming Club members came home with a large haul of medals from the Orkney Mini Meet held at the Pickaquoy Centre, Kirkwall.

Caithness will take nothing for granted against bottom side Glenrothes — The Greens head south on Saturday to meet bottom side Glenrothes in their latest bid to notch up a first away victory in Caley League Division 1.

Thurso boss knows Anglers will be hurting after cup final shoot-out — Thurso manager Michael Bremner will warn his players to beware of a Halkirk United backlash in this weekend's North Caledonian League derby.

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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.

Online classes will continue

Classes offered online by High Life Highland during the pandemic will continue to be offered due to a recent spike in popularity.

A night out in Inverness back in 2014

Another Sunday, another dip in the archive with our City Seen Flashback pictures.

Nicky Marr: Drawn back in time on return trip home

Nicky Marr had a family gathering at the weekend, in hometown, Stonehaven.

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International comedy festival returns to north-east

Comedy is coming back with a bang to the Granite City with a star-studded line-up for the Aberdeen International Comedy Festival 2022.

Gray’s School of Art exhibition will showcase work done by students

Fourth year students from Gray’s School of Art will present ‘Back’, an exhibition that will celebrate their work.

Blue announce new north-east tour date

Blue have announced their Heart and Soul Tour with a date in Aberdeen next year.

LONGER READ: More firsts in the career of actress and pop star Sinitta

'I feel that getting into my 50s has been a fun thing!'

Ironworks' free LevelUp! digital course for creatives 25-plus

Training in digital marketing, content production, online events, crowd economy models – including mentorship and masterclasses

Celebrating 200 Years of the Royal Highland Show as tickets go on sale — Early bird tickets are being released on Friday for the event which takes place in June next year.

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson taps into big news — ... And shares news of a new writers' hub

Sandstone Press's Ceris Jones shortlisted — Up for the Saltire Society's Scottish National Book Award's emerging publisher of the year

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Halkirk volunteers 'overwhelmed' by support for motoring heritage centre

Still much more to do in fight against HIV and Aids, says local MP Jamie Stone

Thurso artist incorporates Caithness Courier in a new painting at his one-man show

Highland tourism businesses urged to take up opportunity to connect with international customers

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Creative projects at Lyth Arts Centre benefit from £60,000 National Lottery funding

Creative projects at Lyth Arts Centre benefit from £60,000 National Lottery funding

PICTURES: Wick volunteers complete upgrade of Newton Hill path – local mum delighted she can push her pram up the hill safely now

PICTURES: Wick volunteers complete upgrade of Newton Hill path – local mum delighted she can push her pram up the hill safely now

Christmas treats on the menu at Thurso Community Café

Christmas treats on the menu at Thurso Community Café

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Met Office warn of icy roads and snow

Martin Luther King's actions were influenced by his teachings

SPONSORED CONTENT: Innovative Shetland company scoops environment business award

SPONSORED CONTENT: Innovative Shetland company scoops environment business award

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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

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

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

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

Rally arrives at John O'Groats with message that electric vehicles can go the distance

Rally arrives at John O'Groats with message that electric vehicles can go the distance

NATIONAL NEWS

What the papers say – December 2

What the papers say – December 2

Scientists may have identified trigger behind Covid vaccine-induced blood clots

Scientists may have identified trigger behind Covid vaccine-induced blood clots

Ministry of Defence sets target of doubling female recruits by 2030

Ministry of Defence sets target of doubling female recruits by 2030

Voters go to the polls in Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election

Voters go to the polls in Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election

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

Second junior badminton tournament attracts 'fantastic turnout' at Wick venue

Second junior badminton tournament attracts 'fantastic turnout' at Wick venue

Confidence growing as Wick Academy record back-to-back wins in Highland League

Confidence growing as Wick Academy record back-to-back wins in Highland League

Steven 'up for the challenge' at Grange Open in Edinburgh

Steven 'up for the challenge' at Grange Open in Edinburgh

Reay golfers receive their silverware

Reay golfers receive their silverware

Wick swimmers achieve personal bests at Orkney mini meet

Caithness will take nothing for granted against bottom side Glenrothes

Thurso boss knows Anglers will be hurting after cup final shoot-out

LIFESTYLE

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

Online classes will continue

Online classes will continue

SPONSORED CONTENT: North Point Distillery’s new Christmas shop makes holiday shopping a breeze!

SPONSORED CONTENT: North Point Distillery’s new Christmas shop makes holiday shopping a breeze!

A night out in Inverness back in 2014

A night out in Inverness back in 2014

Nicky Marr: Drawn back in time on return trip home

Nicky Marr: Drawn back in time on return trip home

WHAT'S ON

International comedy festival returns to north-east

Gray’s School of Art exhibition will showcase work done by students

Gray’s School of Art exhibition will showcase work done by students

Blue announce new north-east tour date

Blue announce new north-east tour date

LONGER READ: More firsts in the career of actress and pop star Sinitta

LONGER READ: More firsts in the career of actress and pop star Sinitta

Ironworks' free LevelUp! digital course for creatives 25-plus

Ironworks' free LevelUp! digital course for creatives 25-plus

Celebrating 200 Years of the Royal Highland Show as tickets go on sale

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson taps into big news

Sandstone Press's Ceris Jones shortlisted

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