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We need to look at the bigger picture and not just football, says McElroy

22 December 2021
We need to look at the bigger picture and not just football, says McElroy

We need to look at the bigger picture and not just football, says McElroy

22 December 2021

Ewan McElroy has spoken of the "bigger picture" beyond football and warned that the wellbeing of communities must be taken into account.


Santa and his helpers bring festive cheer to Halkirk thanks to Milton Mob

22 December 2021
Santa and his helpers bring festive cheer to Halkirk thanks to Milton Mob

Santa and his helpers bring festive cheer to Halkirk thanks to Milton Mob

22 December 2021

Santa and his helpers brought seasonal joy to youngsters in Halkirk this week when they took to the streets of the village in a Christmas float.


Lives being put at risk by 'people driving like idiots' on Forss stretch of A836

22 December 2021
Lives being put at risk by 'people driving like idiots' on Forss stretch of A836

Lives being put at risk by 'people driving like idiots' on Forss stretch of A836

22 December 2021

A Forss resident has added his voice to concerns over road safety and warned that lives are being put at risk by “people driving like idiots”.


Thurso Community Development Trust to deliver Christmas Day meals

21 December 2021
Thurso Community Development Trust to deliver Christmas Day meals

Thurso Community Development Trust to deliver Christmas Day meals

21 December 2021

Christmas Day meals are to be delivered to people in the Thurso area who would otherwise be alone or unable to cook for themselves.


Thurso challenge match raises £1100 for cancer charity

21 December 2021
Thurso challenge match raises £1100 for cancer charity

Thurso challenge match raises £1100 for cancer charity

21 December 2021

A challenge match organised by young footballers from Thurso High School has raised more than £1000 for Cancer Research UK.


Over 90 per cent of older and vulnerable people fully vaccinated

21 December 2021
Over 90 per cent of older and vulnerable people fully vaccinated

Over 90 per cent of older and vulnerable people fully vaccinated

21 December 2021

NHS Highland has hailed the "fantastic" progress of its vaccination programme with over 170,000 booster or third dose jabs having been delivered.


Academy move into top half of Highland League as Anderson seals fourth win in five games

20 December 2021
Academy move into top half of Highland League as Anderson seals fourth win in five games

Academy move into top half of Highland League as Anderson seals fourth win in five games

20 December 2021

Wick Academy moved into the top half of the Highland League after recovering from a two-goal deficit to beat Clachnacuddin 3-2 at Grant Street Park.


Noss Head teams give £2000 donation to Caithness FM Toy Appeal

19 December 2021
Noss Head teams give £2000 donation to Caithness FM Toy Appeal

Noss Head teams give £2000 donation to Caithness FM Toy Appeal

19 December 2021

Workers constructing the renewable energy switching station at Noss Head have handed over £2000 to the Caithness FM Toy Appeal.


Opera Highlights show heading to Wick as part of Scottish tour

19 December 2021
Opera Highlights show heading to Wick as part of Scottish tour

Opera Highlights show heading to Wick as part of Scottish tour

19 December 2021

A Wick audience will enjoy an evening of operatic entertainment in February as part of a tour taking in 18 venues around Scotland.


Hospital staff hand over cheques for Caithness FM Toy Appeal

18 December 2021
Hospital staff hand over cheques for Caithness FM Toy Appeal

Hospital staff hand over cheques for Caithness FM Toy Appeal

18 December 2021

Staff at Caithness General Hospital have donated £480 to the Caithness FM Toy Appeal which brings Christmas cheer to disadvantaged children.


Seafarers Memorial Group reaches its target after grant from Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

18 December 2021
Seafarers Memorial Group reaches its target after grant from Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

Seafarers Memorial Group reaches its target after grant from Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

18 December 2021

The Seafarers Memorial Group has achieved its £100,000 fundraising goal after receiving a £20,710 grant from the Caithness and North Sutherland Fund.


Defibrillator handed over to Wick Golf Cub ladies

18 December 2021
Defibrillator handed over to Wick Golf Cub ladies

Defibrillator handed over to Wick Golf Cub ladies

18 December 2021

Members of the ladies' section at Wick Golf Club now have the means to make a difference if they have to deal with a heart emergency.


Age Scotland and SGN join forces to offer energy support for older people

17 December 2021
Age Scotland and SGN join forces to offer energy support for older people

Age Scotland and SGN join forces to offer energy support for older people

17 December 2021

A charity is launching free services to give older people a better understanding of their household energy and help them stay warm in their homes.


Thurso New Year Soakin' called off because of Covid-19 risk

17 December 2021
Thurso New Year Soakin' called off because of Covid-19 risk

Thurso New Year Soakin' called off because of Covid-19 risk

17 December 2021

Thurso's New Year dip has been called off because it would involve "too much risk" given the concerns over an escalation in Covid-19 numbers.


Wick outdoor swimmers to take the plunge on Christmas Day

17 December 2021
Wick outdoor swimmers to take the plunge on Christmas Day

Wick outdoor swimmers to take the plunge on Christmas Day

17 December 2021

Outdoor swimmers in Wick are looking forward to a Christmas Day dip in the North Baths.


Caithness farming family ready to start doorstep milk deliveries

17 December 2021
Caithness farming family ready to start doorstep milk deliveries

Caithness farming family ready to start doorstep milk deliveries

17 December 2021

A farming family from Thrumster are ready to launch their new business providing doorstep deliveries of Jersey milk and cream.


Donald's book raises £10,000 for Raigmore ward

17 December 2021
Donald's book raises £10,000 for Raigmore ward

Donald's book raises £10,000 for Raigmore ward

17 December 2021

A hospital ward where patients receive cancer treatment has been given a £10,000 gift thanks to a Caithness man's storytelling abilities.


Halkirk United ready to face league leaders after 'really accomplished' display at Nairn

17 December 2021
Halkirk United ready to face league leaders after 'really accomplished' display at Nairn

Halkirk United ready to face league leaders after 'really accomplished' display at Nairn

17 December 2021

Halkirk United manager Ewan McElroy praised his team for a "really accomplished performance" as they won 6-2 away to Nairn County "A" at the weekend.


Campaign group launched to address Forss traffic fears

17 December 2021
Campaign group launched to address Forss traffic fears

Campaign group launched to address Forss traffic fears

17 December 2021

Fears over the "alarming" level of accidents on the Forss straight have resulted in the launch of a campaign group in a bid to improve safety.


Manson wants Wick to keep up momentum as they look to move above Lilywhites

17 December 2021
Manson wants Wick to keep up momentum as they look to move above Lilywhites

Manson wants Wick to keep up momentum as they look to move above Lilywhites

17 December 2021

Wick manager Gary Manson is hoping his team can maintain the momentum after picking up three wins in their last four games in the Highland League.


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