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Dounreay socio-economic review shows total spend of over £200m

10 January 2024
Dounreay socio-economic review shows total spend of over £200m

Dounreay socio-economic review shows total spend of over £200m

10 January 2024

Total spend at the Dounreay site during 2022/23 amounted to £202.4 million, with £113.5m being spent with the supply chain, it has emerged.


Caithness FM Toy Appeal brought festive cheer to more than 400 children

10 January 2024
Caithness FM Toy Appeal brought festive cheer to more than 400 children

Caithness FM Toy Appeal brought festive cheer to more than 400 children

10 January 2024

More than 400 children across the county benefited from the generosity of local people who supported the 2023 Caithness FM Toy Appeal.


Resident calls for meeting over Millbank flood concerns

10 January 2024
Resident calls for meeting over Millbank flood concerns

Resident calls for meeting over Millbank flood concerns

10 January 2024

A plea has been made for a meeting between residents and local organisations next time properties in Millbank Road come under threat from flooding.


Green MSP lodges motion praising veteran ornithologist

08 January 2024
Green MSP lodges motion praising veteran ornithologist

Green MSP lodges motion praising veteran ornithologist

08 January 2024

Highland MSP Ariane Burgess has lodged a motion at the Scottish Parliament highlighting Roy Dennis’s lifetime commitment to osprey conservation.


Interested parties show 'credible interest' in Thurso battery manufacturer

08 January 2024
Interested parties show 'credible interest' in Thurso battery manufacturer

Interested parties show 'credible interest' in Thurso battery manufacturer

08 January 2024

Hopes of a fresh start for Thurso battery manufacturer AMTE Power have risen, with "credible interest" reported from "several interested parties".


Wick players 'proved that they care' in battling display against Rothes

08 January 2024
Wick players 'proved that they care' in battling display against Rothes

Wick players 'proved that they care' in battling display against Rothes

08 January 2024

Wick Academy's spirited display in the goalless draw with Rothes on Saturday demonstrated that the players do care, according to manager Gary Manson.


Wick Academy manager sees red after dugout disagreement

08 January 2024
Wick Academy manager sees red after dugout disagreement

Wick Academy manager sees red after dugout disagreement

08 January 2024

Gary Manson hit out at the "bizarre" way new guidance is being interpreted by match officials after he was red-carded in Wick's draw against Rothes.


Nucleus to host illustrated talk on Wick's Johnston photographic collection

07 January 2024
Nucleus to host illustrated talk on Wick's Johnston photographic collection

Nucleus to host illustrated talk on Wick's Johnston photographic collection

07 January 2024

The famous Johnston photographic collection will be the focus of an illustrated talk on Monday, January 15, at the Nucleus archive centre in Wick.


Venison expansion possible as views are sought on deer management

07 January 2024
Venison expansion possible as views are sought on deer management

Venison expansion possible as views are sought on deer management

07 January 2024

Moves to make it easier for venison producers to expand their markets are among the possible outcomes of changes to deer management legislation.


Wick harbour 'going in right direction' with emergency stabilisation scheme

05 January 2024
Wick harbour 'going in right direction' with emergency stabilisation scheme

Wick harbour 'going in right direction' with emergency stabilisation scheme

05 January 2024

Emergency stabilisation work at Wick’s storm-damaged harbour is set for completion by the end of next week, according to harbour master Ian Cormack.


Wick Town Hall office space 'ideal for businesses'

05 January 2024
Wick Town Hall office space 'ideal for businesses'

Wick Town Hall office space 'ideal for businesses'

05 January 2024

Highland Council is seeking to rent out parts of Wick Town Hall as office space suitable for businesses, costing from £2000 a year.


Fire service branded 'uncaring' over Thurso woman's flood fears

05 January 2024
Fire service branded 'uncaring' over Thurso woman's flood fears

Fire service branded 'uncaring' over Thurso woman's flood fears

05 January 2024

A councillor has condemned the fire service as "callous" and "uncaring" over the way it handled an emergency call over Thurso flooding concerns.


It's nice to give a little bit back: Thurso woman's marathon walking challenge for cancer charity

05 January 2024
It's nice to give a little bit back: Thurso woman's marathon walking challenge for cancer charity

It's nice to give a little bit back: Thurso woman's marathon walking challenge for cancer charity

05 January 2024

A Thurso woman who was given the all-clear from breast cancer has embarked on a month-long marathon walking challenge in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.


Halkirk United and Thurso take on top two as North Caledonian League returns

04 January 2024
Halkirk United and Thurso take on top two as North Caledonian League returns

Halkirk United and Thurso take on top two as North Caledonian League returns

04 January 2024

Halkirk United and Thurso face tough tasks against Loch Ness and Invergordon respectively as North Caley clubs return from their festive break.


Work gets under way at Strathy Wood wind farm site

04 January 2024
Work gets under way at Strathy Wood wind farm site

Work gets under way at Strathy Wood wind farm site

04 January 2024

Pre-construction work has begun at Strathy Wood wind farm in Sutherland, just over two years after being approved by Scottish Government ministers.


Changes likely as Wick Academy manager looks for reaction against Rothes

04 January 2024
Changes likely as Wick Academy manager looks for reaction against Rothes

Changes likely as Wick Academy manager looks for reaction against Rothes

04 January 2024

Wick Academy will be looking to make amends for their humbling 8-0 loss to Clachnacuddin when they take on Rothes at Harmsworth Park this weekend.


Record year for EnerQuip with revenues over £20 million

04 January 2024
Record year for EnerQuip with revenues over £20 million

Record year for EnerQuip with revenues over £20 million

04 January 2024

An Aberdeenshire-based oilfield equipment firm with premises in Caithness has reported a record year in which revenues exceeded £20 million.


Wick Heritage Museum visitors step back in time at New Year open day

03 January 2024
Wick Heritage Museum visitors step back in time at New Year open day

Wick Heritage Museum visitors step back in time at New Year open day

03 January 2024

Visitors to Wick Heritage Museum were able to step back in time this week by posing for the camera in an assortment of Victorian-style outfits.


Buyer sought for award-winning John O'Groats deli and bakery

02 January 2024
Buyer sought for award-winning John O'Groats deli and bakery

Buyer sought for award-winning John O'Groats deli and bakery

02 January 2024

The award-winning Stacks deli and bakery at John O'Groats is up for sale after more than seven years of family ownership.


Wick Academy hit by 'perfect storm' in 8-0 hammering against Clach

02 January 2024
Wick Academy hit by 'perfect storm' in 8-0 hammering against Clach

Wick Academy hit by 'perfect storm' in 8-0 hammering against Clach

02 January 2024

Gary Manson is determined to ensure Wick Academy never suffer a repeat of their 8-0 hammering at the hands of Clachnacuddin in the Highland League.


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