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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.

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.


‘We couldn’t have picked a better day’: 100th Latheron Show is a record-breaker

15 July 2025
‘We couldn’t have picked a better day’: 100th Latheron Show is a record-breaker

‘We couldn’t have picked a better day’: 100th Latheron Show is a record-breaker

15 July 2025

The 100th Latheron Show is believed to have set a new attendance record – and the challenge now will be to keep up the momentum, says Raymond Gunn.


Praise for ‘tremendous team’ at 100th Latheron Show

14 July 2025
Praise for ‘tremendous team’ at 100th Latheron Show

Praise for ‘tremendous team’ at 100th Latheron Show

14 July 2025

Organisers of the Latheron Show were hailed as a “tremendous team” after the record-breaking crowds flocked to West Clyth Farm on Saturday.


Maryburgh too hot to handle for High Ormlie Hotspur

14 July 2025
Maryburgh too hot to handle for High Ormlie Hotspur

Maryburgh too hot to handle for High Ormlie Hotspur

14 July 2025

High Ormlie Hotspur’s hopes of Highland Amateur Cup glory were swept aside by Maryburgh in their quarter-final clash in sunny Thurso on Saturday.


Disabled swimming funds handed over to Thurso-based Monday Club

14 July 2025
Disabled swimming funds handed over to Thurso-based Monday Club

Disabled swimming funds handed over to Thurso-based Monday Club

14 July 2025

Retiring officials of Caithness Disabled Swimming Club have been assured that disabled swimming sessions will continue to be run at the Thurso pool.


CAB gives Wick assurance after moving out of High Street base

14 July 2025
CAB gives Wick assurance after moving out of High Street base

CAB gives Wick assurance after moving out of High Street base

14 July 2025

Caithness Citizens Advice Bureau has given an assurance that it is “business as usual” in Wick after moving out of its premises in the town centre.


Breaking the 36-point barrier will be target for Wick Academy

12 July 2025
Breaking the 36-point barrier will be target for Wick Academy

Breaking the 36-point barrier will be target for Wick Academy

12 July 2025

Wick Academy have a “clear and obvious objective” – to surpass the tally of 36 points they picked up in each of the previous two campaigns.


John O’Groats talk will focus on Orkney photographer’s NC500 guide

11 July 2025
John O’Groats talk will focus on Orkney photographer’s NC500 guide

John O’Groats talk will focus on Orkney photographer’s NC500 guide

11 July 2025

Orkney photographer and travel writer Charles Tait will offer his unique perspective on the North Coast 500 at a John O’Groats Book Festival event.


Caithness CAB chief ‘blown away’ by impact of food insecurity project

11 July 2025
Caithness CAB chief ‘blown away’ by impact of food insecurity project

Caithness CAB chief ‘blown away’ by impact of food insecurity project

11 July 2025

A collaboration between Caithness CAB and Caithness Foodbank is helping to tackle poverty in the county by boosting awareness of unclaimed benefits.


Wick Academy set for three friendlies in eight days ahead of Highland League season

10 July 2025
Wick Academy set for three friendlies in eight days ahead of Highland League season

Wick Academy set for three friendlies in eight days ahead of Highland League season

10 July 2025

Wick Academy’s final preparations for the 2025/26 Highland League campaign will involve three friendlies in eight days, all at Harmsworth Park.


Thurso pupils hear about engineering as a career during Rolls-Royce visit

10 July 2025
Thurso pupils hear about engineering as a career during Rolls-Royce visit

Thurso pupils hear about engineering as a career during Rolls-Royce visit

10 July 2025

An all-female team from Rolls-Royce at Vulcan visited the P7 class at Pennyland in Thurso during the week of International Women in Engineering Day.


North MSP says Hospital at Home scheme can help ‘transform care delivery’

10 July 2025
North MSP says Hospital at Home scheme can help ‘transform care delivery’

North MSP says Hospital at Home scheme can help ‘transform care delivery’

10 July 2025

A scheme providing hospital-level care for patients in their own homes has been hailed by Maree Todd as “a smart way to relieve pressure” on the NHS.


‘Every player put in a great shift’: Halkirk knock Wick Groats out of David Allan Shield

10 July 2025
‘Every player put in a great shift’: Halkirk knock Wick Groats out of David Allan Shield

‘Every player put in a great shift’: Halkirk knock Wick Groats out of David Allan Shield

10 July 2025

Co-manager Michael Bremner admitted a first-round tie against Wick Groats in the David Allan Shield seemed like “a free hit”, but Halkirk won 3-2.


Wick summer spruce-up organiser hoping for another great turnout

09 July 2025
Wick summer spruce-up organiser hoping for another great turnout

Wick summer spruce-up organiser hoping for another great turnout

09 July 2025

A volunteer-led summer spruce-up is being planned for Wick on Wednesday, July 16, ahead of the County Show and the town’s annual gala week.


Watten manager: I’ve been promised a statue if we beat Pentland United!

09 July 2025
Watten manager: I’ve been promised a statue if we beat Pentland United!

Watten manager: I’ve been promised a statue if we beat Pentland United!

09 July 2025

Watten produced a club record score as they marched into the quarter-finals of the David Allan Shield with a runaway 11-0 home win against Top Joe’s.


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