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Tractor and machinery club members get a look at John O’Groats Mill

30 May 2025
Tractor and machinery club members get a look at John O’Groats Mill

Tractor and machinery club members get a look at John O’Groats Mill

30 May 2025

Members of Caithness Vintage Tractor and Machinery Club had a visit to the newly renovated John O’Groats Mill and were shown round by Rognvald Brown.


Mey battery storage firm ‘committed to open dialogue and responsible development’

30 May 2025
Mey battery storage firm ‘committed to open dialogue and responsible development’

Mey battery storage firm ‘committed to open dialogue and responsible development’

30 May 2025

The company proposing a battery energy storage scheme at Mey has insisted all its projects are “subject to the full planning and regulatory process”.


‘You are on line 944 out of 1665’: Thurso man still waiting for compensation over cancelled flight

30 May 2025
‘You are on line 944 out of 1665’: Thurso man still waiting for compensation over cancelled flight

‘You are on line 944 out of 1665’: Thurso man still waiting for compensation over cancelled flight

30 May 2025

Geoff Simpson’s message to Eastern Airways is: “If you’re not going to do a decent job, just get out of the road and let somebody come in that will.”


Nucleus workshop to explore Caithness midwifery history

29 May 2025
Nucleus workshop to explore Caithness midwifery history

Nucleus workshop to explore Caithness midwifery history

29 May 2025

A collaborative workshop by Nucleus and Edinburgh Napier University will include a talk and Q&A about an 18th/19th-century Caithness midwife.


Call for investigation into Chernobyl legacy at Highland renewable energy sites

29 May 2025
Call for investigation into Chernobyl legacy at Highland renewable energy sites

Call for investigation into Chernobyl legacy at Highland renewable energy sites

29 May 2025

Fears have emerged that groundworks for major renewable projects across the Highlands could be exposing radioactive contamination from Chernobyl.


‘Huge moment’ as community events mark reopening of John O’Groats Mill

29 May 2025
‘Huge moment’ as community events mark reopening of John O’Groats Mill

‘Huge moment’ as community events mark reopening of John O’Groats Mill

29 May 2025

The reopening of John O’Groats Mill was described as “a huge moment” as members of the community got a first look inside the refurbished complex.


Will’s 1200-mile hike to John O’Groats in memory of best friend Henry

29 May 2025
Will’s 1200-mile hike to John O’Groats in memory of best friend Henry

Will’s 1200-mile hike to John O’Groats in memory of best friend Henry

29 May 2025

Charity walker Will Riches is making his way from Land’s End to John O’Groats in memory of his best friend who died from cancer at the age of 18.


High Ormlie Hotspur ‘need to be at the top of our game’ for Benbecula clash

28 May 2025
High Ormlie Hotspur ‘need to be at the top of our game’ for Benbecula clash

High Ormlie Hotspur ‘need to be at the top of our game’ for Benbecula clash

28 May 2025

High Ormlie Hotspur are “in good shape” as they prepare to face first-time opposition from the Outer Hebrides in the Highland Amateur Cup.


We can’t feel sorry for ourselves, says Wick Groats boss after shootout loss

28 May 2025
We can’t feel sorry for ourselves, says Wick Groats boss after shootout loss

We can’t feel sorry for ourselves, says Wick Groats boss after shootout loss

28 May 2025

Kevin Anderson acknowledged that a collective improvement is needed after Wick Groats suffered a cup exit on penalties away to Pentland United.


‘There are a lot of tired bodies in there’: Pentland United need to recover for Highland Amateur Cup trip

28 May 2025
‘There are a lot of tired bodies in there’: Pentland United need to recover for Highland Amateur Cup trip

‘There are a lot of tired bodies in there’: Pentland United need to recover for Highland Amateur Cup trip

28 May 2025

Pentland United will undergo a recovery programme ahead of Saturday’s Highland Amateur Cup assignment following their exertions against Wick Groats.


Concerns over ‘industrialisation of Highlands’ after Limekiln wind farm official opening

27 May 2025
Concerns over ‘industrialisation of Highlands’ after Limekiln wind farm official opening

Concerns over ‘industrialisation of Highlands’ after Limekiln wind farm official opening

27 May 2025

Community councillors in the west of Caithness have said most residents remain greatly concerned about the “industrialisation of the Highlands”.


Higher delivery charges for far north a ‘fundamental injustice’, says Jamie Stone

27 May 2025
Higher delivery charges for far north a ‘fundamental injustice’, says Jamie Stone

Higher delivery charges for far north a ‘fundamental injustice’, says Jamie Stone

27 May 2025

The Liberal Democrat MP for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross wants the UK government to act over higher delivery charges to his constituency.


‘It’s looking great’: Castle Sinclair Girnigoe sign installed at Staxigoe

27 May 2025
‘It’s looking great’: Castle Sinclair Girnigoe sign installed at Staxigoe

‘It’s looking great’: Castle Sinclair Girnigoe sign installed at Staxigoe

27 May 2025

A beautifully hand-painted sign has been installed by the roadside at Staxigoe to help tourists find their way to Castle Sinclair Girnigoe.


Keiss manager hopes extra-time victory can be turning point

27 May 2025
Keiss manager hopes extra-time victory can be turning point

Keiss manager hopes extra-time victory can be turning point

27 May 2025

Bradley Thomson hopes an extra-time victory over Acks in the Eain Mackintosh Cup can be a turning point after a tough start to the season for Keiss.


Handlebar Heroes ride into John O’Groats after ‘fantastic final day’

27 May 2025
Handlebar Heroes ride into John O’Groats after ‘fantastic final day’

Handlebar Heroes ride into John O’Groats after ‘fantastic final day’

27 May 2025

Four cyclists dubbed the Handlebar Heroes arrived in John O’Groats at the weekend after an eight-day fundraising challenge from Land’s End.


‘Misconception’ to be overcome ahead of Wick banking hub opening

27 May 2025
‘Misconception’ to be overcome ahead of Wick banking hub opening

‘Misconception’ to be overcome ahead of Wick banking hub opening

27 May 2025

Wick’s new banking hub is on course to open a month from now, although “a wee bit of a misconception” persists over a key aspect of how it will work.


Limekiln scheme is ‘really good for economic growth’ while boosting energy security

26 May 2025
Limekiln scheme is ‘really good for economic growth’ while boosting energy security

Limekiln scheme is ‘really good for economic growth’ while boosting energy security

26 May 2025

“Home-grown” power from Limekiln will play an important part in boosting UK energy security, Scottish Renewables’ director of communications said.


Islanders inflict first league defeat of season on Caithness Ladies

26 May 2025
Islanders inflict first league defeat of season on Caithness Ladies

Islanders inflict first league defeat of season on Caithness Ladies

26 May 2025

Caithness Ladies tasted defeat in the SWF Highlands and Islands League for the first time this season when they were beaten 3-1 by Orkney on Sunday.


Care home residents in Thurso go quackers over ducklings

26 May 2025
Care home residents in Thurso go quackers over ducklings

Care home residents in Thurso go quackers over ducklings

26 May 2025

Residents of Pentland View care home in Thurso have been going quackers over five baby ducks called Bananas, Hawk, Spike, Chico and Waddles.


Limekiln community benefit fund of £540,000 a year will ‘help the area thrive’

26 May 2025
Limekiln community benefit fund of £540,000 a year will ‘help the area thrive’

Limekiln community benefit fund of £540,000 a year will ‘help the area thrive’

26 May 2025

The newly opened Limekiln wind farm will generate more than half a million pounds a year in community benefit from 2026.


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