Home   Authors   Author

Handbell ringers from across UK set for Caithness celebration

12 March 2024
Handbell ringers from across UK set for Caithness celebration

Handbell ringers from across UK set for Caithness celebration

12 March 2024

The Assembly Rooms in Wick is the venue this weekend for the Scottish Spring Rally of the Handbell Ringers of Great Britain.


Caithness Ladies 'believe in themselves a lot more', says head coach McKenna

12 March 2024
Caithness Ladies 'believe in themselves a lot more', says head coach McKenna

Caithness Ladies 'believe in themselves a lot more', says head coach McKenna

12 March 2024

Head coach Tom McKenna has detected a greater confidence within Caithness Ladies as they aim to build on the impressive progress they made last year.


Strathnaver Museum shortlisted in two categories in RICS Awards

11 March 2024
Strathnaver Museum shortlisted in two categories in RICS Awards

Strathnaver Museum shortlisted in two categories in RICS Awards

11 March 2024

A museum on the north coast of Sutherland is in contention for national honours, less than a year after it was relaunched following a major upgrade.


We can't just turn up and expect to win, warns Wick Academy manager

11 March 2024
We can't just turn up and expect to win, warns Wick Academy manager

We can't just turn up and expect to win, warns Wick Academy manager

11 March 2024

Wick Academy will be taking nothing for granted when they face Strathspey Thistle, the Highland League's bottom club, at Seafield Park in midweek.


Stamp of approval for Fiona's 30 years at John O’Groats post office

11 March 2024
Stamp of approval for Fiona's 30 years at John O’Groats post office

Stamp of approval for Fiona's 30 years at John O’Groats post office

11 March 2024

Fiona Harper has been honoured for three decades at the helm of John O’Groats post office, continuing a family tradition going back over 140 years.


Final event in Wick as part of project looking at confidence in policing

10 March 2024
Final event in Wick as part of project looking at confidence in policing

Final event in Wick as part of project looking at confidence in policing

10 March 2024

A final event is being held in Wick at the end of this month as part of an initiative looking at how confidence in policing can be improved.


Call for feedback from Caithness and Sutherland over wind farm decisions

09 March 2024
Call for feedback from Caithness and Sutherland over wind farm decisions

Call for feedback from Caithness and Sutherland over wind farm decisions

09 March 2024

People in the far north with concerns over wind farm developments are being urged to take part in a Scottish planning consultation by the end of May.


Wick pair set for epic round-Britain rowing challenge

08 March 2024
Wick pair set for epic round-Britain rowing challenge

Wick pair set for epic round-Britain rowing challenge

08 March 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross are aiming to become the first mixed pair to do an unsupported circumnavigation of the British mainland by rowing boat.


Caithness campaign group calls Avonlea change of use plan 'premature'

08 March 2024
Caithness campaign group calls Avonlea change of use plan 'premature'

Caithness campaign group calls Avonlea change of use plan 'premature'

08 March 2024

Highland Council is being urged by a Caithness campaign group to think again over a proposed change of use at the former Avonlea children's home.


Wick Academy 'on a decent run of form' ahead of Inverurie trip

08 March 2024
Wick Academy 'on a decent run of form' ahead of Inverurie trip

Wick Academy 'on a decent run of form' ahead of Inverurie trip

08 March 2024

Gary Manson wants Wick Academy to start taking their good home form into away fixtures as they prepare for Saturday's match against Inverurie Locos.


Brandon McPhee joins forces with Irish star Daniel O'Donnell on new single

07 March 2024
Brandon McPhee joins forces with Irish star Daniel O'Donnell on new single

Brandon McPhee joins forces with Irish star Daniel O'Donnell on new single

07 March 2024

Caithness entertainer Brandon McPhee has said it was an honour to record a single with Irish music legend Daniel O'Donnell.


Over £2.8 million spent by NHS Highland on delayed Caithness redesign

07 March 2024
Over £2.8 million spent by NHS Highland on delayed Caithness redesign

Over £2.8 million spent by NHS Highland on delayed Caithness redesign

07 March 2024

More than £2.8 million has been spent by NHS Highland on the delayed redesign of health and social care services in Caithness, it has emerged.


Anglers aiming for a strong finish to season as they take on league leaders

07 March 2024
Anglers aiming for a strong finish to season as they take on league leaders

Anglers aiming for a strong finish to season as they take on league leaders

07 March 2024

Halkirk United manager Ewan McElroy acknowledged that an away match against the team at the top of the table is "as difficult as it gets".


Temporary repairs carried out on Thurso gym hall roof

07 March 2024
Temporary repairs carried out on Thurso gym hall roof

Temporary repairs carried out on Thurso gym hall roof

07 March 2024

Temporary repairs have been carried out on Thurso High School's damaged gym hall roof and further work is being planned, Highland Council has said.


Karl Rosie calls for 'meaningful change' as he joins Alba Party

07 March 2024
Karl Rosie calls for 'meaningful change' as he joins Alba Party

Karl Rosie calls for 'meaningful change' as he joins Alba Party

07 March 2024

Councillor Karl Rosie insisted the Highlands can be "one of the richest regions in Scotland" after he announced his decision to join the Alba Party.


Community councillor questions legal status of Wick's stripeless zebra crossings

06 March 2024
Community councillor questions legal status of Wick's stripeless zebra crossings

Community councillor questions legal status of Wick's stripeless zebra crossings

06 March 2024

Highland Council has been urged to set out in black and white when two Wick zebra crossings will get their long-awaited stripes.


'Overwhelming response' as Reay residents look at church proposal

06 March 2024
'Overwhelming response' as Reay residents look at church proposal

'Overwhelming response' as Reay residents look at church proposal

06 March 2024

Hopes for a community acquisition of Reay's 285-year-old church are moving forward following a public meeting attended by up to 50 local residents.


A9 dualling prompts call for Wick flights to central belt

06 March 2024
A9 dualling prompts call for Wick flights to central belt

A9 dualling prompts call for Wick flights to central belt

06 March 2024

A9 dualling south of Inverness over the coming decade could make scheduled air links between Caithness and the central belt an attractive option.


Talk on Wick flower baskets at gardening club's annual bulb show

06 March 2024
Talk on Wick flower baskets at gardening club's annual bulb show

Talk on Wick flower baskets at gardening club's annual bulb show

06 March 2024

Wick and District Gardening Club held its annual bulb show this week with Anne Duffy, secretary of Wick Flower Baskets Committee, as guest speaker.


Caithness U16s 'can feel proud of their efforts' after securing second place

06 March 2024
Caithness U16s 'can feel proud of their efforts' after securing second place

Caithness U16s 'can feel proud of their efforts' after securing second place

06 March 2024

Caithness United secured second spot in HFL Under-16 Highland with a 6-1 victory over Fort William at Lochaber High School at the weekend.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More