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WATCH: Dramatic moment of impact as two vessels collide in Wick harbour

17 March 2025
WATCH: Dramatic moment of impact as two vessels collide in Wick harbour

WATCH: Dramatic moment of impact as two vessels collide in Wick harbour

17 March 2025

A video was posted publicly on social media showing the moment two vessels collided in Wick harbour last week.


Volunteers wanted for Thurso litter-pick event this Saturday

17 March 2025
Volunteers wanted for Thurso litter-pick event this Saturday

Volunteers wanted for Thurso litter-pick event this Saturday

17 March 2025

Volunteers are being sought for a clean-up event around High Ormlie in Thurso on Saturday (March 22).


Next phase of small business units for Wick Business Park

16 March 2025
Next phase of small business units for Wick Business Park

Next phase of small business units for Wick Business Park

16 March 2025

A further phase of development is getting underway at Wick Business Park that will support economic growth and strengthen population retention.


Top marks for Watten ELC after unannounced inspection visit

16 March 2025
Top marks for Watten ELC after unannounced inspection visit

Top marks for Watten ELC after unannounced inspection visit

16 March 2025

A Caithness nursery is celebrating after a recent positive inspection praised the service and the staff.


Mey ploughman wins bronze medal at European championships – ‘It’s 20 years since a Scotsman had a final-day podium’

15 March 2025
Mey ploughman wins bronze medal at European championships – ‘It’s 20 years since a Scotsman had a final-day podium’

Mey ploughman wins bronze medal at European championships – ‘It’s 20 years since a Scotsman had a final-day podium’

15 March 2025

James Tait from Mey ploughed his way to a respectable third position in a ploughing championship match in England over the first weekend of March.


Owner claims her dog became zombie-like, vomits frequently and walks like a crab after taking controversial arthritis drug

15 March 2025
Owner claims her dog became zombie-like, vomits frequently and walks like a crab after taking controversial arthritis drug

Owner claims her dog became zombie-like, vomits frequently and walks like a crab after taking controversial arthritis drug

15 March 2025

A Caithness woman claims that a drug given to alleviate her dog’s arthritis has caused serious adverse effects and has launched a petition.


Former Wick High School for sale - Auctioneers expect interest from ‘keen property developers’

13 March 2025
Former Wick High School for sale - Auctioneers expect interest from ‘keen property developers’

Former Wick High School for sale - Auctioneers expect interest from ‘keen property developers’

13 March 2025

Historic Wick High School buildings are being auctioned for a guide price of just £55,000+ with property development opportunities flagged up.


Fire services deal with Noss chimney blaze

12 March 2025
Fire services deal with Noss chimney blaze

Fire services deal with Noss chimney blaze

12 March 2025

Two fire engines were seen rushing through Wick earlier this afternoon (March 12) to attend to a burning chimney at Noss Head.


Mackays Hotel turns purple to shine light on epilepsy awareness

12 March 2025
Mackays Hotel turns purple to shine light on epilepsy awareness

Mackays Hotel turns purple to shine light on epilepsy awareness

12 March 2025

Mackays Hotel in Wick will light up purple to help raise awareness of epilepsy for Purple Day on March 26.


Stone condemns ‘appalling’ 12-hour A&E waiting times for very elderly patients - Scottish government promises £200M NHS investment will help

11 March 2025
Stone condemns ‘appalling’ 12-hour A&E waiting times for very elderly patients - Scottish government promises £200M NHS investment will help

Stone condemns ‘appalling’ 12-hour A&E waiting times for very elderly patients - Scottish government promises £200M NHS investment will help

11 March 2025

Far north MP Jamie Stone has accused the Scottish Government of failing elderly and vulnerable patients over unacceptable A&E waiting times.


She’s the bee’s knees! Carol from Ackergill takes gold at prestigious Honey Madness Cup in Krakow

11 March 2025
She’s the bee’s knees! Carol from Ackergill takes gold at prestigious Honey Madness Cup in Krakow

She’s the bee’s knees! Carol from Ackergill takes gold at prestigious Honey Madness Cup in Krakow

11 March 2025

Carol Gunn of Ackergill is buzzing with excitement after winning a gold medal at the Honey Madness Cup in Poland on March 1.


WATCH: Lyth Arts Centre hosts ‘gut-wrenching’ play that deals with mental health and forgiveness

10 March 2025
WATCH: Lyth Arts Centre hosts ‘gut-wrenching’ play that deals with mental health and forgiveness

WATCH: Lyth Arts Centre hosts ‘gut-wrenching’ play that deals with mental health and forgiveness

10 March 2025

Lyth Arts Centre talks to actor Remi Rachuba in an exclusive interview about his upcoming show ‘Intruder’ this Saturday.


New cafe and bar in Thurso at site of former Ormlie Club

10 March 2025
New cafe and bar in Thurso at site of former Ormlie Club

New cafe and bar in Thurso at site of former Ormlie Club

10 March 2025

A sparkling new cafe and bar in Thurso have opened and are ready for customers to enjoy snacks and a drink with special discounts available.


Damning evidence of state collusion with Nazi Germany to racially profile Caithness travellers as part of ‘Tinker Experiment’

09 March 2025
Damning evidence of state collusion with Nazi Germany to racially profile Caithness travellers as part of ‘Tinker Experiment’

Damning evidence of state collusion with Nazi Germany to racially profile Caithness travellers as part of ‘Tinker Experiment’

09 March 2025

Academic reveals disturbing details showing local police guided a Nazi professor to find Caithness travellers in 1938 and conduct experiments.


‘Shovel ready’ projects in Caithness can seek council funding

08 March 2025
‘Shovel ready’ projects in Caithness can seek council funding

‘Shovel ready’ projects in Caithness can seek council funding

08 March 2025

Community groups and organisations in Caithness can submit expressions of interest for Community Regeneration Funding.


Steps taken to keep invasive mink out of Caithness and Sutherland

08 March 2025
Steps taken to keep invasive mink out of Caithness and Sutherland

Steps taken to keep invasive mink out of Caithness and Sutherland

08 March 2025

A Caithness-based countryside ranger has outlined issues faced by wildlife from the invasive American mink and steps taken to monitor the creature.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Horsin’ Around with a mini pony at Wild West Day in Wick care home

05 March 2025
PICTURE SPECIAL: Horsin’ Around with a mini pony at Wild West Day in Wick care home

PICTURE SPECIAL: Horsin’ Around with a mini pony at Wild West Day in Wick care home

05 March 2025

Music, mirth and a special visit from a tiny horse called Mr Bojangles delighted Seaview care home residents at a Wild West-themed event.


Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

05 March 2025
Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

05 March 2025

Caithness Family History Society will host a special talk in Castletown highlighting the strategic importance of the county in the Second World War.


Big-hearted Caithness tractor club raises £7200 for air ambulance charity

04 March 2025
Big-hearted Caithness tractor club raises £7200 for air ambulance charity

Big-hearted Caithness tractor club raises £7200 for air ambulance charity

04 March 2025

Members of a Caithness tractor club gathered at Thrumster village hall to present a cheque for £7200 to Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance on Monday.


Wick crime stats show violence, drugs and drink driving are still major issues

04 March 2025
Wick crime stats show violence, drugs and drink driving are still major issues

Wick crime stats show violence, drugs and drink driving are still major issues

04 March 2025

At a community council meeting in Wick on Monday evening police stats reveal violence, drug possession and drink driving as key issues in the area.


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