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Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

22 July 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

22 July 2023

Deserter apprehended in Wick in 1923, Dornoch bridge petition in 1973 and Job fears in NHS shake-up in 1998


Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023 - shortlist announced!

17 July 2023
Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023 - shortlist announced!

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023 - shortlist announced!

17 July 2023

The 2023 Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards shortlist is revealed


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

15 July 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

15 July 2023

'Deplorable' delays to a hospital build in Wick, and calls for a review of car parking charges were making headlines in years gone by.


Looking Back - news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

08 July 2023
Looking Back - news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back - news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

08 July 2023

Trawling condemned by local fisherman in 1923, Drinks bill boosted hospitality costs in 1973 and Lifeboat station honour in 1998


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

01 July 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

01 July 2023

Horse sports for hospital fund in 1923, New trophies for football club in 1973 and Grant boost for Lybster heritage plan in 1998


Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023: Charity holds a special place in the heart

30 June 2023
Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023: Charity holds a special place in the heart

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2023: Charity holds a special place in the heart

30 June 2023

Partnership with Held In Our Hearts charity will raise awareness of support available in Highland to bereaved families who have lost a baby


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

24 June 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

24 June 2023

Call for sports support in Wick in 1923, First steps for new pool in 1973 and Rail junction upgrade in 1998


Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Event is all set to be a great night!

23 June 2023
Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Event is all set to be a great night!

Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Event is all set to be a great night!

23 June 2023

There’s still time to apply or nominate before the deadline on July 2


Highland Business Week 2023: Back annual awards and show your support for local business

23 June 2023
Highland Business Week 2023: Back annual awards and show your support for local business

Highland Business Week 2023: Back annual awards and show your support for local business

23 June 2023

Enter the awards or sponsor a category and give your support to the Highland business community


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

17 June 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

17 June 2023

Disgraceful scenes at football match in 1923, Draining cost burden in Wick in 1973 and Anger at daycare decision in 1998


Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Awards will celebrate individual successes and teamwork

16 June 2023
Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Awards will celebrate individual successes and teamwork

Highland Business Women Awards 2023: Awards will celebrate individual successes and teamwork

16 June 2023

Nominate your business woman of the year and top team


Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023: final call for entries!

12 June 2023
Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023: final call for entries!

Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023: final call for entries!

12 June 2023

Make sure you enter the Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards by the extended deadline of June 16


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

10 June 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

10 June 2023

Breakfast on the train in 1923, Major complex plan for Wick in 1973 and Wick festive lights scheme in 1998


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

03 June 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

03 June 2023

Wage cut plan for council workers in 1923, Vandalism in Bignold Park in 1973 and British-Japanese battery plant in 1998


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

27 May 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

27 May 2023

From cabin boy to commodore in 1923, Support for Struie upgrade in 1973 and Woman's bravery rewarded in 1998


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

20 May 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

20 May 2023

Hospital upgrade appeal in 1923, Serious vandalism in Wick in 1973 and Play area dangers in 1998


PET OF THE WEEK: Can you give Kong his new home?

20 May 2023
PET OF THE WEEK: Can you give Kong his new home?

PET OF THE WEEK: Can you give Kong his new home?

20 May 2023

Kong is friendly ferret looking for a new home. He is currently being cared for by the Scottish SPCA Caithness and Sutherland centre.


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

13 May 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

13 May 2023

Common-sense hair rules in 1923, Top prize for 'Haddie Karate' in 1973 and Plans lodged for battery plant in 1998


Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards ‒ deadline extended to May 19!

11 May 2023
Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards ‒ deadline extended to May 19!

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards ‒ deadline extended to May 19!

11 May 2023

Be sure to enter this year’s Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards by the extended deadline of May 19


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

06 May 2023
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

06 May 2023

'Outrage' claim at council meeting in 1923, One enrolment a year 'a benefit' in 1973 and Vandals target play park in 1998


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