Highland Council announces extension to brown bin permit renewal date

Highland Council has today announced it is extending the renewal period for brown bin permits until Friday, August 6.

Vast majority of ScotRail Flexipass fares set to tumble

ScotRail is making one of its most popular ticket options even cheaper and easier to use by standardising the discount across its entire network.

Free school meals for all P1-P4 pupils in Caithness

This month the universal provision of free school meals for all children in P1-P3 will be extended to include P4 children in the county.

Sad death of north MP's grandson

The family of Highland MP Drew Hendry are mourning the sudden death of his baby grandson.

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Wick and parts of Sutherland facing 'significant' water shortage

Scotland's environmental regulator has warned that Wick and parts of Sutherland are facing a "significant scarcity" of water.

Results Helpline support for Caithness and Sutherland pupils

Young people in Caithness and Sutherland can call Skills Development Scotland’s (SDS) results helpline for dedicated support from 8am on August 10.

How a disability group helped with access issues at Caithness village halls

A disability group has completed its year long project to improved access for the disabled at various village halls in Caithness.

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New NHS England chief tells staff of ‘formidable challenges’ ahead

In her first message, Amanda Pritchard thanked healthcare workers for their efforts during ‘the most testing time in health service history’.

Ever Given prepares to dock in the UK – four months later than planned

The ship caused chaos on the Suez Canal after getting stuck for six days.

Google reveals Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones with new camera bar

The tech giant has released information about a new chip system that will power its new handsets.

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

Lincoln, Middlesbrough and Blackpool are currently recording the highest rates.

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We created enough chances to win two or three games, says Wick manager after 3-3 draw at Strathspey

Wick Academy are still seeking their first win this season but Gary Manson says it's only a matter of time before they dish out "a right hammering".

Gray lands Summer Open title in Harpsdale Fishery Park's first competition

Stevie Gray landed top spot in the first competition held at Harpsdale Fishery Park which attracted 25 entries with almost 100 fish caught.

Young ambassador Erin says it's 'phenomenal' to be part of rugby development scheme

A 21-year-old rugby player from Caithness is among 10 young people in Scotland to be selected for a new grassroots development programme.

Golfer is set to enter tournament for 50th consecutive time

He's played every year since competition started.

Youngsters enjoy an introduction to tennis at LTA Youth Start sessions in Thurso

Eighteen youngsters spent a week learning the basics of tennis through a series of fun activities in Thurso run by coach Carole Cameron.

Court at Wick club is named in honour of Wick squash veteran Pradip Datta — Wick squash stalwart Pradip Datta admitted he was "lost for words" after court one at the local club was named in his honour.

Alyn's youth football module is backed by Inverness Caledonian Thistle — Caley Thistle have given their support to a youth module designed by Thurso Football Academy's Alyn Gunn to raise awareness of mental health issues.

Hard work pays off for Caithness Pony Club members — Caithness riders had a successful trip to the Pony Club Area 1 Qualifiers held over three days at Burgie Eventing Centre near Forres.

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GO FOR IT! A few hours left for entries in the Karen Gillan Scholarship in association with The Inverness Courier

Four young people will be selected by the Hollywood star to take a fully funded place at the Inverness performing arts school.

City Seen Flashback: a round of Inverness nightlife snaps from 2014

Our latest City Seen Flashback pictures are from a night out in Inverness in the summer of 2014.

NICKY MARR: Sales of vintage typewriters are on the increase, so check your loft

When I was eight, I got a typewriter for my birthday.

Cloudless skies inspire exploration of six Munros above Loch Callater

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Jenny Gillies makes a change of plan as she explores the high tops around Jock's Road in the southern Cairngorms

HSPC Feature Property

An end-terraced house currently being run as a successful guest house, the property is ideally located for access to the local transport networks.

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Stand-up Jack Dee announces north-east tour dates

Comedian Jack Dee has announced he will return to the north-east in 2022.

LONGER READ: Inverness thriller is locked into former asylum

Having worked with a publisher for her first two books, Helen Forbes talks abut the experience of self-publishing her new one

Artyness: Liza says get on the floor for this one!

New band has made around 30 song demos ... and are ready to rock

Hopes are high for new EndoSpell festival

A new line-up and a new project will be included on the bill

Return for Scottish Opera's Young Company

Scottish Opera’s Young Company, a training programme for 17 to 23 year olds, is back performing live outdoors.

Shiant Isles at heart of Gairloch Museum summer events — Artist's exhibition celebrating the islands inspires a mini-festival of events

Inverness band had planned for Better Days — Plans made by the band in advance keep the releases coming

Private jet is band's promise for support — The reward band plans for their biggest support – when they make it!

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Wick and parts of Sutherland facing 'significant' water shortage

Wick and parts of Sutherland facing 'significant' water shortage

Results Helpline support for Caithness and Sutherland pupils

Results Helpline support for Caithness and Sutherland pupils

How a disability group helped with access issues at Caithness village halls

How a disability group helped with access issues at Caithness village halls

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New NHS England chief tells staff of ‘formidable challenges’ ahead

New NHS England chief tells staff of ‘formidable challenges’ ahead

Ever Given prepares to dock in the UK – four months later than planned

Ever Given prepares to dock in the UK – four months later than planned

Google reveals Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones with new camera bar

Google reveals Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro smartphones with new camera bar

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

Latest weekly Covid-19 rates for local authority areas in England

SPORT

We created enough chances to win two or three games, says Wick manager after 3-3 draw at Strathspey

Gray lands Summer Open title in Harpsdale Fishery Park's first competition

Gray lands Summer Open title in Harpsdale Fishery Park's first competition

Young ambassador Erin says it's 'phenomenal' to be part of rugby development scheme

Young ambassador Erin says it's 'phenomenal' to be part of rugby development scheme

Golfer is set to enter tournament for 50th consecutive time

Golfer is set to enter tournament for 50th consecutive time

Youngsters enjoy an introduction to tennis at LTA Youth Start sessions in Thurso

Youngsters enjoy an introduction to tennis at LTA Youth Start sessions in Thurso

Court at Wick club is named in honour of Wick squash veteran Pradip Datta

Alyn's youth football module is backed by Inverness Caledonian Thistle

Hard work pays off for Caithness Pony Club members

LIFESTYLE

GO FOR IT! A few hours left for entries in the Karen Gillan Scholarship in association with The Inverness Courier

City Seen Flashback: a round of Inverness nightlife snaps from 2014

City Seen Flashback: a round of Inverness nightlife snaps from 2014

NICKY MARR: Sales of vintage typewriters are on the increase, so check your loft

NICKY MARR: Sales of vintage typewriters are on the increase, so check your loft

Cloudless skies inspire exploration of six Munros above Loch Callater

Cloudless skies inspire exploration of six Munros above Loch Callater

HSPC Feature Property

HSPC Feature Property

WHAT'S ON

Stand-up Jack Dee announces north-east tour dates

LONGER READ: Inverness thriller is locked into former asylum

LONGER READ: Inverness thriller is locked into former asylum

Artyness: Liza says get on the floor for this one!

Artyness: Liza says get on the floor for this one!

Hopes are high for new EndoSpell festival

Hopes are high for new EndoSpell festival

Return for Scottish Opera's Young Company

Return for Scottish Opera's Young Company

Shiant Isles at heart of Gairloch Museum summer events

Inverness band had planned for Better Days

Private jet is band's promise for support

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