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Possible 80mph winds across Caithness coast with Storm Gerrit

27 December 2023
Possible 80mph winds across Caithness coast with Storm Gerrit

Possible 80mph winds across Caithness coast with Storm Gerrit

27 December 2023

The Met Office says that the likelihood of impacts from Storm Gerrit has been increased, particularly across Caithness.


Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

26 December 2023
Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

26 December 2023

A Thurso mum with a severely autistic boy hit back at Highland Council's 'insulting twaddle' with regard to its policy on local respite care.


Santa and Mrs Claus round up their festive season in Wick and Thurso

26 December 2023
Santa and Mrs Claus round up their festive season in Wick and Thurso

Santa and Mrs Claus round up their festive season in Wick and Thurso

26 December 2023

Santa and Mrs Claus brought their busy festive season to a close on Christmas Day with surprise visits to two Caithness care homes.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

26 December 2023
PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

26 December 2023

Wick High School’s Christmas Concert took place on Tuesday, December 19 in the ECCC Dance Studio and raised £250 for Caithness Foodbank.


Heavy rain and snow may result in some disruption tomorrow (December 27)

26 December 2023
Heavy rain and snow may result in some disruption tomorrow (December 27)

Heavy rain and snow may result in some disruption tomorrow (December 27)

26 December 2023

The Met Office warns of heavy rain and hill snow moving across parts of Caithness on Wednesday, December 27.


Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

25 December 2023
Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

25 December 2023

Miller Academy Primary School pupils had a lovely time at Thurso's West Church for its annual Christmas family celebration service.


New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

24 December 2023
New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

24 December 2023

A new book from Dunbeath-based company Whittles includes details on the American naval base in Caithness and its significance during the Cold War.


Lighting up Halkirk with some Christmas magic

23 December 2023
Lighting up Halkirk with some Christmas magic

Lighting up Halkirk with some Christmas magic

23 December 2023

Halkirk Village Council has been on a Christmas mission to light up the village with its first Winter Window Wonderland competition.


Snow gates closed on A9 makes 'Caithness an island with no maternity services', says Far North MP

23 December 2023
Snow gates closed on A9 makes 'Caithness an island with no maternity services', says Far North MP

Snow gates closed on A9 makes 'Caithness an island with no maternity services', says Far North MP

23 December 2023

With wintry conditions prevailing throughout Caithness today, Far North MP Jamie Stone commented on the closure of the snow gates at the Ord.


Wind warning for far north – possible 70mph gusts in Caithness on Christmas Eve

23 December 2023
Wind warning for far north – possible 70mph gusts in Caithness on Christmas Eve

Wind warning for far north – possible 70mph gusts in Caithness on Christmas Eve

23 December 2023

The Met Office warns of strong winds bringing the potential for some disruption across Caithness on Sunday.


And now for something completely different – new shop is a hit at PPP in Wick

22 December 2023
And now for something completely different – new shop is a hit at PPP in Wick

And now for something completely different – new shop is a hit at PPP in Wick

22 December 2023

The Pulteney Centre in Wick is hosting pop-up shops as part of a special initiative by Pulteneytown People's Project to support local businesses.


Storm Pia drubs Caithness and the far north, says Wick weather watcher

21 December 2023
Storm Pia drubs Caithness and the far north, says Wick weather watcher

Storm Pia drubs Caithness and the far north, says Wick weather watcher

21 December 2023

Wick weather watcher Keith Banks shared information on how Storm Pia has developed over the day and its effects in the far north.


CAITHNESS WEATHER WARNING: Snow and ice on Friday night and Saturday morning

21 December 2023
CAITHNESS WEATHER WARNING: Snow and ice on Friday night and Saturday morning

CAITHNESS WEATHER WARNING: Snow and ice on Friday night and Saturday morning

21 December 2023

The Met Office has posted a weather warning for snow and ice on Friday night and Saturday morning across Caithness.


Travel disruption across Caithness from Storm Pia

21 December 2023
Travel disruption across Caithness from Storm Pia

Travel disruption across Caithness from Storm Pia

21 December 2023

The Met Office warns of very strong winds occurring across Caithness this morning with travel disruption expected.


Friends of Tender raise almost £6K for local good causes

21 December 2023
Friends of Tender raise almost £6K for local good causes

Friends of Tender raise almost £6K for local good causes

21 December 2023

A charity cycle ride through Caithness dedicated to the late Donald McWilliam, nicknamed 'Tender', has raised £5735 for local charities.


Mini therapy pony is ready to start work in the community

20 December 2023
Mini therapy pony is ready to start work in the community

Mini therapy pony is ready to start work in the community

20 December 2023

A Lyth-based riding stable has a new addition to its retinue of horses with a miniature therapy pony.


WEATHER WARNING: Strong winds across Caithness may bring travel disruption

20 December 2023
WEATHER WARNING: Strong winds across Caithness may bring travel disruption

WEATHER WARNING: Strong winds across Caithness may bring travel disruption

20 December 2023

The Met Office updated its Yellow Warning forecast for high winds, possibly reaching 60-70mph, across Caithness tonight and tomorrow.


Pictures: Santa makes a visit to Halkirk to delight of all

19 December 2023
Pictures: Santa makes a visit to Halkirk to delight of all

Pictures: Santa makes a visit to Halkirk to delight of all

19 December 2023

Families were delighted to have a visit from Santa Claus at the weekend with the festive gang scheduled to return on Christmas Eve (Sunday).


Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

19 December 2023
Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

19 December 2023

Former North MSP Gail Ross may be out of politics now but has taken up a new voluntary position to help out the Caithness branch of Cats Protection.


Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

19 December 2023
Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

19 December 2023

Former North MSP Gail Ross may be out of politics now but has taken up a new voluntary position to help out the Caithness branch of Cats Protection.


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