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Robertson hails 'close-knit family feel' as John O'Groats win north coast derby

25 July 2023
Robertson hails 'close-knit family feel' as John O'Groats win north coast derby

Robertson hails 'close-knit family feel' as John O'Groats win north coast derby

25 July 2023

Mark Robertson hailed the "close-knit family feel" within the John O'Groats squad after their 2-1 victory in the north coast derby at Castletown.


Wick Academy bring in Henderson and Coghill ahead of Highland League campaign

25 July 2023
Wick Academy bring in Henderson and Coghill ahead of Highland League campaign

Wick Academy bring in Henderson and Coghill ahead of Highland League campaign

25 July 2023

Wick Academy have brought their list of new signings to five by recruiting forward Kyle Henderson and midfielder Marc Coghill for the new campaign.


Befriending Caithness gets funding boost of almost £127,000

25 July 2023
Befriending Caithness gets funding boost of almost £127,000

Befriending Caithness gets funding boost of almost £127,000

25 July 2023

A project that tackles loneliness and isolation has secured almost £127,000 worth of funding to allow it to continue for the next three years.


HMS Charger crew 'couldn’t have asked for a better visit'

24 July 2023
HMS Charger crew 'couldn’t have asked for a better visit'

HMS Charger crew 'couldn’t have asked for a better visit'

24 July 2023

The commanding officer of HMS Charger, who spent his early years in Thurso, said it was a privilege to bring the ship to Caithness at the weekend.


Inquest is told of 'severe financial pressures' facing owner of Dunbeath Castle and estate

24 July 2023
Inquest is told of 'severe financial pressures' facing owner of Dunbeath Castle and estate

Inquest is told of 'severe financial pressures' facing owner of Dunbeath Castle and estate

24 July 2023

Stuart Wyndham Murray Threipland was facing "severe financial pressures" when he took his own life on the day his estate went on the market.


Campaigners seek more support for 'high nature value' farming and crofting

23 July 2023
Campaigners seek more support for 'high nature value' farming and crofting

Campaigners seek more support for 'high nature value' farming and crofting

23 July 2023

Environmental campaigners have urged the Scottish Government to give greater financial support to "high nature value" farming and crofting practices.


Handy pony title for Rachel at Caithness club's Summer Gymkhana

22 July 2023
Handy pony title for Rachel at Caithness club's Summer Gymkhana

Handy pony title for Rachel at Caithness club's Summer Gymkhana

22 July 2023

The Caithness branch of the Pony Club held its Summer Gymkhana at Northfield Equestrian, Halkirk, with Judith and Molly Miller as handy pony judges.


Caithness quartet set for 2023 Scottish Men’s Amateur Championship

21 July 2023
Caithness quartet set for 2023 Scottish Men’s Amateur Championship

Caithness quartet set for 2023 Scottish Men’s Amateur Championship

21 July 2023

The 2023 Scottish Men’s Amateur Championship lined up for Royal Dornoch and Tain will feature a strong contingent from the Highlands.


Volunteers brave the rain for summer spruce-up in Wick

21 July 2023
Volunteers brave the rain for summer spruce-up in Wick

Volunteers brave the rain for summer spruce-up in Wick

21 July 2023

Forty-five public-spirited volunteers took part in Wick's summer spruce-up, tackling a range of tasks around the riverside and the town centre.


A Caithness homecoming for commanding officer as Royal Navy ship calls in

21 July 2023
A Caithness homecoming for commanding officer as Royal Navy ship calls in

A Caithness homecoming for commanding officer as Royal Navy ship calls in

21 July 2023

A Royal Navy ship is calling in at Scrabster this weekend – and it'll be a homecoming of sorts for the commanding officer, Lieutenant Andrew Bonham.


Cycle tour of war sites 'a very emotional experience' for ex-soldier Kev

21 July 2023
Cycle tour of war sites 'a very emotional experience' for ex-soldier Kev

Cycle tour of war sites 'a very emotional experience' for ex-soldier Kev

21 July 2023

An ex-soldier reflected on the human cost of war during a three-day charity bike ride around battlefield sites and cemeteries in France and Belgium.


North Cup draw gives Wick Academy a home tie against Ross County

20 July 2023
North Cup draw gives Wick Academy a home tie against Ross County

North Cup draw gives Wick Academy a home tie against Ross County

20 July 2023

Wick Academy have been drawn at home to Ross County in the first round of this season's North of Scotland Cup, with Golspie awaiting the winners.


New signings are good organisers and communicators, says Wick Academy manager

20 July 2023
New signings are good organisers and communicators, says Wick Academy manager

New signings are good organisers and communicators, says Wick Academy manager

20 July 2023

Wick Academy's latest two recruits have been described by manager Gary Manson as good organisers and communicators who are already fitting in well.


Thurso-based Socially Growing sells veg to award-winning restaurants

19 July 2023
Thurso-based Socially Growing sells veg to award-winning restaurants

Thurso-based Socially Growing sells veg to award-winning restaurants

19 July 2023

Thurso-based social enterprise Socially Growing is celebrating a notable achievement after selling some of its produce to local restaurants.


Watten farmer among the judges at Royal Welsh Show

19 July 2023
Watten farmer among the judges at Royal Welsh Show

Watten farmer among the judges at Royal Welsh Show

19 July 2023

Alan Simpson will be judging at next week's Royal Welsh Show, described by the organisers as the pinnacle event in the British agricultural calendar.


Wick Groats open up two-point lead in Caithness title race

19 July 2023
Wick Groats open up two-point lead in Caithness title race

Wick Groats open up two-point lead in Caithness title race

19 July 2023

Wick Groats manager Kevin Anderson says there could still be "twists and turns" in the remaining weeks of the Caithness AFA Division One title race.


Pentland United 'need to show resilience' after being held by Staxigoe

19 July 2023
Pentland United 'need to show resilience' after being held by Staxigoe

Pentland United 'need to show resilience' after being held by Staxigoe

19 July 2023

Pentland United co-manager Michael Gray admitted the Stabbies hadn't done enough to earn all three points as they were held to a draw at Ham Park.


'Wonderful gesture' as blankets are sent to Wick care home

19 July 2023
'Wonderful gesture' as blankets are sent to Wick care home

'Wonderful gesture' as blankets are sent to Wick care home

19 July 2023

Residents at Wick's Seaview House care home are making good use of cosy new blankets, thanks to the crochet skills of a well-wisher.


Praise for Staxigoe youngsters as points are shared with league champions

19 July 2023
Praise for Staxigoe youngsters as points are shared with league champions

Praise for Staxigoe youngsters as points are shared with league champions

19 July 2023

Staxigoe United manager Colin Sinclair paid tribute to the talented youngsters in his squad after Tuesday's 1-1 draw with champions Pentland United.


Wick Players set for evening of entertainment as part of gala week

18 July 2023
Wick Players set for evening of entertainment as part of gala week

Wick Players set for evening of entertainment as part of gala week

18 July 2023

Wick Players are hoping for a good turnout from the public for their double bill of entertainment on Tuesday, July 25, as part of the gala programme.


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