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Wick taxi boss sees red over faulty traffic lights after 20-minute wait at 2am

29 January 2025
Wick taxi boss sees red over faulty traffic lights after 20-minute wait at 2am

Wick taxi boss sees red over faulty traffic lights after 20-minute wait at 2am

29 January 2025

A taxi firm boss was at his wit’s end after a 20-minute wait for temporary traffic lights to change at 2am on a quiet weekday in Wick town centre.


Holocaust Memorial Day tribute by Mackays Hotel in Wick

29 January 2025
Holocaust Memorial Day tribute by Mackays Hotel in Wick

Holocaust Memorial Day tribute by Mackays Hotel in Wick

29 January 2025

As millions across the world remembered those who died during the Holocaust a hotel in Wick paid tribute with a special light display on Monday.


Wick library to be part of green initiative

28 January 2025
Wick library to be part of green initiative

Wick library to be part of green initiative

28 January 2025

Wick library is one of four new Green Hubs that will be transformed into innovative centres for community climate engagement.


Woman hospitalised after Laidhay crash

28 January 2025
Woman hospitalised after Laidhay crash

Woman hospitalised after Laidhay crash

28 January 2025

A car crashed on the A9 yesterday morning near Laidhay and a woman was taken to hospital.


Public event in Wick to remember HMS Exmouth on 85th anniversary of its sinking

28 January 2025
Public event in Wick to remember HMS Exmouth on 85th anniversary of its sinking

Public event in Wick to remember HMS Exmouth on 85th anniversary of its sinking

28 January 2025

Marking the 85th anniversary of HMS Exmouth’s sinking during WW2 there will be a public event at Wick High School on Thursday evening at 7pm.


First Minister declines invitation to travel 100-mile maternity route to Caithness

27 January 2025
First Minister declines invitation to travel 100-mile maternity route to Caithness

First Minister declines invitation to travel 100-mile maternity route to Caithness

27 January 2025

First Minister John Swinney was slammed for failing to rise to the challenge of travelling the 100-mile maternity route between Inverness and Wick.


Just what was this bizarre object found on the Caithness coastline? Beach cleaners puzzled over mystery find at Sannick Bay

27 January 2025
Just what was this bizarre object found on the Caithness coastline? Beach cleaners puzzled over mystery find at Sannick Bay

Just what was this bizarre object found on the Caithness coastline? Beach cleaners puzzled over mystery find at Sannick Bay

27 January 2025

Just what was the strange object found on a north Caithness beach which carried a very clear warning message on it?


Bettyhill great yellow bumblebee emergency community gathering

26 January 2025
Bettyhill great yellow bumblebee emergency community gathering

Bettyhill great yellow bumblebee emergency community gathering

26 January 2025

Conservation experts are joining forces to help save the rare and threatened great yellow bumblebee at Bettyhill.


Volunteers needed to plant trees at Wick riverside

26 January 2025
Volunteers needed to plant trees at Wick riverside

Volunteers needed to plant trees at Wick riverside

26 January 2025

Volunteers are sought for a special tree-planting event will take place at Wick riverside on Sunday, February 2.


Lyth Arts Centre looks for new board members

25 January 2025
Lyth Arts Centre looks for new board members

Lyth Arts Centre looks for new board members

25 January 2025

Lyth Arts Centre is looking to recruit new board members to help steer the organisation into its next phase of activity.


Caithness drivers – have you been blinded by LED headlights? 41% surveyed seek a ban

25 January 2025
Caithness drivers – have you been blinded by LED headlights? 41% surveyed seek a ban

Caithness drivers – have you been blinded by LED headlights? 41% surveyed seek a ban

25 January 2025

Data showing that many drivers have reported temporary blindness on the roads is spearheading calls for a reassessment of LED headlights.


Man arrested in Thurso after £70K cocaine bust

24 January 2025
Man arrested in Thurso after £70K cocaine bust

Man arrested in Thurso after £70K cocaine bust

24 January 2025

A man has been arrested following a significant drug bust in Thurso yesterday (January 23) and is expected to appear in court today.


Eye of Storm Eowyn will settle over Caithness at noon with some ‘quirky’ effects, predicts local weather watcher

24 January 2025
Eye of Storm Eowyn will settle over Caithness at noon with some ‘quirky’ effects, predicts local weather watcher

Eye of Storm Eowyn will settle over Caithness at noon with some ‘quirky’ effects, predicts local weather watcher

24 January 2025

A local weather pundit predicts that the centre of Storm Eowyn is expected to pass over Caithness around noon today with some possible quirky effects.


Caithness schools closed ahead of Storm Eowyn

23 January 2025
Caithness schools closed ahead of Storm Eowyn

Caithness schools closed ahead of Storm Eowyn

23 January 2025

Secondary schools in Caithness will be closed tomorrow (January 24) ahead of Storm Eowyn.


What unusual visitors will you spot during this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch?

23 January 2025
What unusual visitors will you spot during this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch?

What unusual visitors will you spot during this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch?

23 January 2025

Has the recent cold snap in Caithness affected the number of birds visiting our gardens? Take part in the birdwatch this weekend to help find out.


PICTURES: Golden Years Treat a thrill for all at Wick’s Assembly Rooms

23 January 2025
PICTURES: Golden Years Treat a thrill for all at Wick’s Assembly Rooms

PICTURES: Golden Years Treat a thrill for all at Wick’s Assembly Rooms

23 January 2025

Eswyl Fell from Wick was ready with her camera to capture some of the merry moments from a senior citizens’ event in the town.


Storm Éowyn upgraded to AMBER WARNING for Caithness - advice for farmers tending livestock

23 January 2025
Storm Éowyn upgraded to AMBER WARNING for Caithness - advice for farmers tending livestock

Storm Éowyn upgraded to AMBER WARNING for Caithness - advice for farmers tending livestock

23 January 2025

The Met Office has upgraded the wind warning to amber for Caithness with the possibility of snow on Friday morning. Advice for farmers given.


Thurso-based eco group invites you to a special day of celebration as the project concludes

23 January 2025
Thurso-based eco group invites you to a special day of celebration as the project concludes

Thurso-based eco group invites you to a special day of celebration as the project concludes

23 January 2025

A Caithness organisation working towards reducing waste and highlighting sustainable consumption invites the public to a celebration of its work.


Bizarre Wick train cancellation announcements have public bamboozled

22 January 2025
Bizarre Wick train cancellation announcements have public bamboozled

Bizarre Wick train cancellation announcements have public bamboozled

22 January 2025

Confusion followed announcements of a train cancellation on the Wick to Inverness service on Tuesday morning with different explanations cited.


Strong winds with a sprinkling of snow forecast for Caithness with Storm Éowyn

22 January 2025
Strong winds with a sprinkling of snow forecast for Caithness with Storm Éowyn

Strong winds with a sprinkling of snow forecast for Caithness with Storm Éowyn

22 January 2025

Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and widespread disruption across Caithness on Friday and Saturday.


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