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Caithness Talking Newspapers now delivered to Wick and Thurso libraries

16 March 2024
Caithness Talking Newspapers now delivered to Wick and Thurso libraries

Caithness Talking Newspapers now delivered to Wick and Thurso libraries

16 March 2024

Spoken-word versions of the local papers are now available at Wick and Thurso libraries thanks to a charity for people with hearing or sight loss.


A constantly shifting kaleidoscope celebrating 100 years of Duncansby lighthouse

16 March 2024
A constantly shifting kaleidoscope celebrating 100 years of Duncansby lighthouse

A constantly shifting kaleidoscope celebrating 100 years of Duncansby lighthouse

16 March 2024

The three-day Duncansby lighthouse centenary festival is under way, and its centrepiece is a dazzling visual display with a soundscape accompaniment.


Caithness marksmen take top four places in shooting 'World Cup'

15 March 2024
Caithness marksmen take top four places in shooting 'World Cup'

Caithness marksmen take top four places in shooting 'World Cup'

15 March 2024

A contingent of top shots from Caithness Small Bore Rifle Association led the way in the finals of the Lothian and Borders "World Cup" competition.


'About time!' Wick zebras finally earn their stripes

15 March 2024
'About time!' Wick zebras finally earn their stripes

'About time!' Wick zebras finally earn their stripes

15 March 2024

Two crossings in close proximity near the junction of Thurso Road and Bankhead Road, Wick, had been left unmarked since resurfacing work last June.


Flow Country work recognised in Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards

15 March 2024
Flow Country work recognised in Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards

Flow Country work recognised in Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards

15 March 2024

Collaborative efforts to enhance and promote the Caithness and Sutherland peatlands have been recognised with a national accolade.


Thurso's defeat in basement battle was 'beyond belief'

14 March 2024
Thurso's defeat in basement battle was 'beyond belief'

Thurso's defeat in basement battle was 'beyond belief'

14 March 2024

Scott Davidson admits Thurso have put themselves "right up against it" after losing at home to Bonar in last weekend's North Caley basement battle.


'One-way-traffic' as Wick Academy hit six against Strathspey

14 March 2024
'One-way-traffic' as Wick Academy hit six against Strathspey

'One-way-traffic' as Wick Academy hit six against Strathspey

14 March 2024

Wick Academy's players are "getting their just rewards" in the Highland League after stepping up their performance levels, according to Gary Manson.


TV deal on Scotland football friendlies 'a big win', says Jamie Stone

14 March 2024
TV deal on Scotland football friendlies 'a big win', says Jamie Stone

TV deal on Scotland football friendlies 'a big win', says Jamie Stone

14 March 2024

A deal on free-to-air live TV coverage of two Scotland friendly matches ahead of Euro 2024 has been hailed as "a big win" by local MP Jamie Stone.


Highland Council to investigate hole in middle of Wick street

13 March 2024
Highland Council to investigate hole in middle of Wick street

Highland Council to investigate hole in middle of Wick street

13 March 2024

Highland Council will be making arrangements to investigate the cause of the "sinkhole" that opened up in the middle of Dempster Street in Wick.


Tourism gathering will explore 'immense' potential of north Highlands

13 March 2024
Tourism gathering will explore 'immense' potential of north Highlands

Tourism gathering will explore 'immense' potential of north Highlands

13 March 2024

Efforts to maximise the "immense" tourism potential of the north Highlands are to be set out at a major event in Wick at the end of this month.


We wanted a reaction and we got it, say Halkirk manager

13 March 2024
We wanted a reaction and we got it, say Halkirk manager

We wanted a reaction and we got it, say Halkirk manager

13 March 2024

Manager Ewan McElroy says it "speaks volumes" for the quality of his Halkirk United players that they have twice held their own against Invergordon.


Willie set for his 200th Saturday night Tunes on the Spoons

12 March 2024
Willie set for his 200th Saturday night Tunes on the Spoons

Willie set for his 200th Saturday night Tunes on the Spoons

12 March 2024

Willie Mackay is set for another spoon-playing milestone as he continues to serve up a weekly helping of musical entertainment for his many fans.


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.


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