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

02 May 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

02 May 2021

Duke's return from Sudan in 1921, Killimster man's benefit match in 1971 and Wick mail team walk away with prize in 1996


Recipe of the week: Cream of leek & potato soup

01 May 2021
Recipe of the week: Cream of leek & potato soup

Recipe of the week: Cream of leek & potato soup

01 May 2021

Soup is a fast and easy option if you have leftover veg. Make more than you need so you can freeze a couple of portions for a quick supper.


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

25 April 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

25 April 2021

New lifeboat for Wick in 1921, Round Table established in Thurso in 1971 and Ceremony at wartime crash scene in 1996


Recipe of the week: Fancy homemade beans on toast

24 April 2021
Recipe of the week: Fancy homemade beans on toast

Recipe of the week: Fancy homemade beans on toast

24 April 2021

Looking for a more leisurely option? Get the coffee on and make a start on our fancy homemade beans on toast.


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

17 April 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

17 April 2021

Licence renewals put on hold in 1921, Arion Choir in Edinburgh in 1971 and Video showed piers damage in 1996


Recipe of the week: The bang anything in breakfast burrito

17 April 2021
Recipe of the week: The bang anything in breakfast burrito

Recipe of the week: The bang anything in breakfast burrito

17 April 2021

Short on time? Try the bang anything in breakfast burrito.


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

10 April 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

10 April 2021

Census arrangements under way in 1921, Council criticises BBC documentary in 1971 and Stolen fittings put back by thieves in 1996


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

04 April 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

04 April 2021

Football fares decision 'inexplicable' in 1921, Sheriff hits out at bullying in 1971 and Anger at driving test plan in 1996


Recipe of the week: Pork ramen

03 April 2021
Recipe of the week: Pork ramen

Recipe of the week: Pork ramen

03 April 2021

This pork ramen with a winter spiced broth from Scotch Kitchen is the perfect way to use up your excess veg, and it is low in fat too.


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

28 March 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

28 March 2021

Allotments taken by force in 1921, Plea for two-tier TV licensing in 1971 and End of an era as shop closes in 1996


Recipe of the week: Cauliflower & potato gratin

27 March 2021
Recipe of the week: Cauliflower & potato gratin

Recipe of the week: Cauliflower & potato gratin

27 March 2021

This delicious potato and cauliflower gratin is comfort food at its finest.


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

20 March 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

20 March 2021

Thurso street names proposal in 1921, Caravan site refused in 1971 and Dounreay boss set to quit in 1996


Recipe of the week: Roasted vegetable muhammara

20 March 2021
Recipe of the week: Roasted vegetable muhammara

Recipe of the week: Roasted vegetable muhammara

20 March 2021

This delicious recipe from Imran Nathoo is perfect for using up whatever vegetables you’ve got. It is inspired by a Levantine dip called muhammara.


Recipe of the week: Merguez cassoulet

14 March 2021
Recipe of the week: Merguez cassoulet

Recipe of the week: Merguez cassoulet

14 March 2021

Merguez cassoulet is a great, warming dish to feed the whole family.


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

13 March 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

13 March 2021

Gallant returned honoured in 1921, Bid to stave off factory closure in 1971 and Wester yard's Danish contract in 1996


HSPC Feature Property

12 March 2021
HSPC Feature Property

HSPC Feature Property

12 March 2021

Character, charm and spacious accommodation are the unique hallmarks of this bright three-storey Victorian property in Fortrose.


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

06 March 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

06 March 2021

Cinema ban for children considered in 1921, Bus bid for Haster pupils in 1971 and Police drugs warning in 1996


Recipe of the week: Cheats' ‘chicken shawarma' wraps

06 March 2021
Recipe of the week: Cheats' ‘chicken shawarma' wraps

Recipe of the week: Cheats' ‘chicken shawarma' wraps

06 March 2021

A quick and delicious way to use up leftover cooked chicken from your Sunday roast. From Jane Cook (Instagram @hungrycityhippy)


HSPC Feature Property

05 March 2021
HSPC Feature Property

HSPC Feature Property

05 March 2021

Cromartie Buildings is a traditional Victorian stone structure which dates back to 1885 and retains many original features.


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

28 February 2021
Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

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

28 February 2021

Castletown memorial decision in 1921, Common good fund worries in 1971 and Police alert on sniffing craze in 1996


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