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Alan Hendry


Chief Reporter

Alan Hendry is chief reporter for the Wick-based John O'Groat Journal and Caithness Courier, covering news and sport. He has been with the company and its predecessors for 40 years. He was editor of the Groat and Courier from 1988-2008 before spending 10 years in an Inverness-based role, working mostly on supplements and magazines. He takes pride in being able to publicise many of the positive things that go on in the community.

Wick Academy aim to get off to a winning start on their travels

24 July 2025
Wick Academy aim to get off to a winning start on their travels

Wick Academy aim to get off to a winning start on their travels

24 July 2025

Wick Academy will try to end a 13-year wait this weekend by picking up an away win on the opening day of the Highland League season.


Pentland United players need to win individual battles in Avoch clash

23 July 2025
Pentland United players need to win individual battles in Avoch clash

Pentland United players need to win individual battles in Avoch clash

23 July 2025

The Stabbies are the only Caithness team left in this season’s Highland Amateur Cup and they can expect a tough test against Avoch on Saturday.


‘We didn’t want them to win the league against us’: Wick Groats already looking to next season

23 July 2025
‘We didn’t want them to win the league against us’: Wick Groats already looking to next season

‘We didn’t want them to win the league against us’: Wick Groats already looking to next season

23 July 2025

Kevin Anderson accepts that the county league title race is effectively finished despite Wick Groats’ 4-2 victory over table-topping Pentland United.


More than 40 volunteers join forces for summer spruce-up in Wick

22 July 2025
More than 40 volunteers join forces for summer spruce-up in Wick

More than 40 volunteers join forces for summer spruce-up in Wick

22 July 2025

More than 40 volunteers rallied round to give Wick its summer spruce-up, ensuring the town would be looking its best for the County Show and gala.


Milestone for Thurso Repair Café with 100th fix ahead of July session

22 July 2025
Milestone for Thurso Repair Café with 100th fix ahead of July session

Milestone for Thurso Repair Café with 100th fix ahead of July session

22 July 2025

Thurso Community Development Trust’s popular Repair Café is back this Saturday, with the team focusing on a new theme: “Ready, Steady, Fix It!”


‘We just want the town to enjoy it’: Wick set for extra day of gala activities

22 July 2025
‘We just want the town to enjoy it’: Wick set for extra day of gala activities

‘We just want the town to enjoy it’: Wick set for extra day of gala activities

22 July 2025

Wick’s annual gala week programme is so packed this year that it will extend into an extra full day of activities after the second Saturday.


County Show 2025: ‘Every year is different’ for flower tent competitors

22 July 2025
County Show 2025: ‘Every year is different’ for flower tent competitors

County Show 2025: ‘Every year is different’ for flower tent competitors

22 July 2025

There was a notable increase in floral art entries at the County Show, as well as in the children’s section. Trophies will be presented next month.


Thistle well placed to reach Steven Cup final after Gunn’s five-star display

21 July 2025
Thistle well placed to reach Steven Cup final after Gunn’s five-star display

Thistle well placed to reach Steven Cup final after Gunn’s five-star display

21 July 2025

Free-scoring Wick Thistle look set to secure a place in the Steven Cup final after hammering Watten 8-1 in the first leg of their semi.


Public will get a chance to explore Wick Town Hall history

21 July 2025
Public will get a chance to explore Wick Town Hall history

Public will get a chance to explore Wick Town Hall history

21 July 2025

Members of the public are being given an opportunity to look inside Wick Town Hall on Tuesday, July 29, from 2pm until 4pm.


Manager pleased with Wick squad’s fitness after back-to-back pre-season wins

21 July 2025
Manager pleased with Wick squad’s fitness after back-to-back pre-season wins

Manager pleased with Wick squad’s fitness after back-to-back pre-season wins

21 July 2025

Gary Manson has become all too aware that “there is no such thing as a full squad” as Wick Academy approach the opening game of the new season.


Mat-like phenomenon on Dunnet beach is ‘free-floating algal species’

21 July 2025
Mat-like phenomenon on Dunnet beach is ‘free-floating algal species’

Mat-like phenomenon on Dunnet beach is ‘free-floating algal species’

21 July 2025

Highland Council has said there are no health concerns over a strange mat-like substance spreading across a large expanse of Dunnet beach.


County Show 2025: Industrial section is ‘fantastic showcase’

21 July 2025
County Show 2025: Industrial section is ‘fantastic showcase’

County Show 2025: Industrial section is ‘fantastic showcase’

21 July 2025

The industrial marquee was again packed with baking, preserves, honey, dairy produce, art and crafts, with Catriona Bremner having the best entry.


County Show 2025: SWI members put traditional skills to the test

21 July 2025
County Show 2025: SWI members put traditional skills to the test

County Show 2025: SWI members put traditional skills to the test

21 July 2025

The past year has seen an increase in SWI membership in Caithness, while at the same time there is still a need for younger people to get involved.


‘One of the world’s great coasts’: Photographer explores Caithness cliffs and shores in new book

20 July 2025
‘One of the world’s great coasts’: Photographer explores Caithness cliffs and shores in new book

‘One of the world’s great coasts’: Photographer explores Caithness cliffs and shores in new book

20 July 2025

Caithness-based natural history photographer Ken Crossan says his new book, Life at the Edge, is a project that is particularly close to his heart.


Caithness councillor warns of ‘serious hazards’ for NC500 drivers

18 July 2025
Caithness councillor warns of ‘serious hazards’ for NC500 drivers

Caithness councillor warns of ‘serious hazards’ for NC500 drivers

18 July 2025

Highland councillor Matthew Reiss has warned about “serious hazards” for drivers caused by potholed sections of the North Coast 500 in Caithness.


‘I’m not surprised we’ve taken a big scalp’: Top-four target for Lybster

17 July 2025
‘I’m not surprised we’ve taken a big scalp’: Top-four target for Lybster

‘I’m not surprised we’ve taken a big scalp’: Top-four target for Lybster

17 July 2025

Lybster are targeting a top-four finish in Caithness AFA Division One after getting the better of Wick Groats in a seven-goal thriller at Cow Park.


‘Truly spectacular display’ in new flower tent at 100th Latheron Show

16 July 2025
‘Truly spectacular display’ in new flower tent at 100th Latheron Show

‘Truly spectacular display’ in new flower tent at 100th Latheron Show

16 July 2025

The flower marquee at the 100th Latheron Show hosted “a truly spectacular display”, with Moira Smythe’s hydrangea taking the best in show award.


Jags stay on course for possible second division trophy double

16 July 2025
Jags stay on course for possible second division trophy double

Jags stay on course for possible second division trophy double

16 July 2025

Wick Thistle remain on course for a potential second division trophy double after progressing to the last four of the Steven Cup, 11-0 on aggregate.


Wick Academy manager won’t be dwelling on 25-year milestone

15 July 2025
Wick Academy manager won’t be dwelling on 25-year milestone

Wick Academy manager won’t be dwelling on 25-year milestone

15 July 2025

Next month sees the 25th anniversary of Gary Manson’s Wick Academy debut but the manager is focusing on the team rather than any personal milestones.


Manchester United coaches ‘had an amazing time’ at Premier League Experience in Thurso

15 July 2025
Manchester United coaches ‘had an amazing time’ at Premier League Experience in Thurso

Manchester United coaches ‘had an amazing time’ at Premier League Experience in Thurso

15 July 2025

Coaches from the Manchester United academy praised the “fantastic job” being done by Thurso-based AG Coaching after taking part in a two-day event.


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