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Protest over ‘stranger’ postman, row over Sabbath-breakers and a new computer for Hillhead Primary

15 November 2025
Protest over ‘stranger’ postman, row over Sabbath-breakers and a new computer for Hillhead Primary

Protest over ‘stranger’ postman, row over Sabbath-breakers and a new computer for Hillhead Primary

15 November 2025

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


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your green hero now!

11 November 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your green hero now!

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your green hero now!

11 November 2025

Who are the green heroes in your community? Nominate them for a Heroes award now


Ypres League appeal, Local Guides prepare for celebrations and Hospital linen to be sent south

08 November 2025
Ypres League appeal, Local Guides prepare for celebrations and Hospital linen to be sent south

Ypres League appeal, Local Guides prepare for celebrations and Hospital linen to be sent south

08 November 2025

LOOKING BACK: From the archives of the Caithness Courier and John O’Groat Journal


Let’s Remember Caithness hits the shops in time for Christmas 2025!

08 November 2025
Let’s Remember Caithness hits the shops in time for Christmas 2025!

Let’s Remember Caithness hits the shops in time for Christmas 2025!

08 November 2025

The seventh edition of the Caithness historical photo book is on sale now – find out more about what’s inside!


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your emergency services hero now!

04 November 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your emergency services hero now!

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your emergency services hero now!

04 November 2025

Who are the real-life emergency superheroes in your community? Nominate them now for a Heroes award


New shopping premises in Wick, Lybster hotel setback and Pulteneytown play area plan

01 November 2025
New shopping premises in Wick, Lybster hotel setback and Pulteneytown play area plan

New shopping premises in Wick, Lybster hotel setback and Pulteneytown play area plan

01 November 2025

LOOKING BACK: From the archives of the Caithness Courier and the John O’Groat Journal


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your health heroes now

28 October 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your health heroes now

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your health heroes now

28 October 2025

Who are the health heroes in your community? Nominate them for Heroes award today!


Canisbay medical matter, ‘disillusioned’ councillors and a poignant trip for ‘Jervis Bay’ relatives

25 October 2025
Canisbay medical matter, ‘disillusioned’ councillors and a poignant trip for ‘Jervis Bay’ relatives

Canisbay medical matter, ‘disillusioned’ councillors and a poignant trip for ‘Jervis Bay’ relatives

25 October 2025

LOOKING BACK: From the archives of the Caithness Courier and John O’Groat Journal


‘Alarmist fussing’ over Mey BESS, increased traffic on Forss road and coffee morning thanks

25 October 2025
‘Alarmist fussing’ over Mey BESS, increased traffic on Forss road and coffee morning thanks

‘Alarmist fussing’ over Mey BESS, increased traffic on Forss road and coffee morning thanks

25 October 2025

YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier share their views


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary pupils now

21 October 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary pupils now

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary pupils now

21 October 2025

Nominate inspiring pupils in your primary school for a Heroes award


A new library near Wick, claims of aeroplane invention in Thurso and the lambasting of pub poets

18 October 2025
A new library near Wick, claims of aeroplane invention in Thurso and the lambasting of pub poets

A new library near Wick, claims of aeroplane invention in Thurso and the lambasting of pub poets

18 October 2025

LOOKING BACK: Stories from the archives of the Caithness Courier and John O’Groat Journal.


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary school teacher

14 October 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary school teacher

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your primary school teacher

14 October 2025

Do you have a favourite teacher at your primary school? Nominate them for a Heroes award now!


Plumbing arguments, an application turn Castletown quarry into refuse tip and swimming safety leaving kids in tears

11 October 2025
Plumbing arguments, an application turn Castletown quarry into refuse tip and swimming safety leaving kids in tears

Plumbing arguments, an application turn Castletown quarry into refuse tip and swimming safety leaving kids in tears

11 October 2025

A look back into the archives of the Caithness Courier and the John O’Groat Journal.


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school teachers

07 October 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school teachers

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school teachers

07 October 2025

Which teachers get top marks in your secondary school? Nominate them now for a Heroes award!


‘Wicked girl’ sentenced for assault, Honour for Huna hero and New cinema set to open

04 October 2025
‘Wicked girl’ sentenced for assault, Honour for Huna hero and New cinema set to open

‘Wicked girl’ sentenced for assault, Honour for Huna hero and New cinema set to open

04 October 2025

LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear


Winners revealed at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2025!

04 October 2025
Winners revealed at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2025!

Winners revealed at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2025!

04 October 2025

The winners of this year’s HITAs have been announced


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school pupil of the year

30 September 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school pupil of the year

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your secondary school pupil of the year

30 September 2025

Who are the top pupils in your secondary school? Nominate them for a Heroes award now!


Eviction ‘melee’ in Thurso, plan for ‘living museum’ in Wick, and an opening ceremony 100 years late

27 September 2025
Eviction ‘melee’ in Thurso, plan for ‘living museum’ in Wick, and an opening ceremony 100 years late

Eviction ‘melee’ in Thurso, plan for ‘living museum’ in Wick, and an opening ceremony 100 years late

27 September 2025

Stories from the archives of the John O’Groat Journal, this week in history.


Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your volunteer of the year

23 September 2025
Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your volunteer of the year

Highland Heroes 2026: Nominate your volunteer of the year

23 September 2025

Give your thanks to the amazing volunteers in your community and nominate them for a Heroes award now!


LOOKING BACK: ‘Buy British’, closure of top secret radio base and plans to axe Wick maternity unit

20 September 2025
LOOKING BACK: ‘Buy British’, closure of top secret radio base and plans to axe Wick maternity unit

LOOKING BACK: ‘Buy British’, closure of top secret radio base and plans to axe Wick maternity unit

20 September 2025

From the archives of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.


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