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'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

03 August 2023
'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

03 August 2023

Businesses, local people and visitors being affected by the "crazy" rules, it is claimed


Next phase of MeyGen project could provide 'an incredibly exciting opportunity' for the far north, says Caithness business boss

03 August 2023
Next phase of MeyGen project could provide 'an incredibly exciting opportunity' for the far north, says Caithness business boss

Next phase of MeyGen project could provide 'an incredibly exciting opportunity' for the far north, says Caithness business boss

03 August 2023

Trudy Morris described the increase in electricty sales from the site as 'very positive'


Speed limit plan in over 100 Highland areas, including Caithness, making progress

02 August 2023
Speed limit plan in over 100 Highland areas, including Caithness, making progress

Speed limit plan in over 100 Highland areas, including Caithness, making progress

02 August 2023

Groundwork over 75 per cent complete, says local authority


MeyGen revenue from electricity sales rose to £3.9 million last year – up £2.3 million from 2021

02 August 2023
MeyGen revenue from electricity sales rose to £3.9 million last year – up £2.3 million from 2021

MeyGen revenue from electricity sales rose to £3.9 million last year – up £2.3 million from 2021

02 August 2023

Improved performance result of significant upgrade to two of the turbines


PICTURES: Record-breaking year for Halkirk Games

31 July 2023
PICTURES: Record-breaking year for Halkirk Games

PICTURES: Record-breaking year for Halkirk Games

31 July 2023

Records tumbled at the Halkirk Highland Games on Saturday.


Caithness health campaigner concerned about 'potentially dangerous' condition of NHS Highland buildings

28 July 2023
Caithness health campaigner concerned about 'potentially dangerous' condition of NHS Highland buildings

Caithness health campaigner concerned about 'potentially dangerous' condition of NHS Highland buildings

28 July 2023

Ron Gunn, chairman of CHAT, says it is a "really worrying" development as 11 buildings in the Highlands to be tested for vulnerable concrete


Bridging loan for Thurso-based battery manufacturer is 'good news' say Caithness business leaders and politicians

27 July 2023
Bridging loan for Thurso-based battery manufacturer is 'good news' say Caithness business leaders and politicians

Bridging loan for Thurso-based battery manufacturer is 'good news' say Caithness business leaders and politicians

27 July 2023

Call made for Scottish Government to do more to secure investment in battery cell development


Call for action on flooding which affects town centre shops and businesses in Thurso

27 July 2023
Call for action on flooding which affects town centre shops and businesses in Thurso

Call for action on flooding which affects town centre shops and businesses in Thurso

27 July 2023

Community council says problem has to be sorted out


Ian Sinclair was 'an excellent teacher' and had 'a great sense of humour,' says former pupil Karen Steven

27 July 2023
Ian Sinclair was 'an excellent teacher' and had 'a great sense of humour,' says former pupil Karen Steven

Ian Sinclair was 'an excellent teacher' and had 'a great sense of humour,' says former pupil Karen Steven

27 July 2023

Tribute paid to musician and composer who has died at the age of 83


Chieftain says Halkirk Highland Games have 'changed out of all recognition'

26 July 2023
Chieftain says Halkirk Highland Games have 'changed out of all recognition'

Chieftain says Halkirk Highland Games have 'changed out of all recognition'

26 July 2023

The Halkirk Highland Games have "changed out of all recognition" since the chieftain was a child in the 1950s – but the spirit is still the same.


One of the highest prize lists in Scotland on offer at Halkirk Highland Games

26 July 2023
One of the highest prize lists in Scotland on offer at Halkirk Highland Games

One of the highest prize lists in Scotland on offer at Halkirk Highland Games

26 July 2023

The Halkirk Highland Games, which take place at Recreation Park on Saturday, are one of the premier events of their kind on the circuit.


Efforts being made to give Thurso-based AMTE Power 'the best chance to succeed'

25 July 2023
Efforts being made to give Thurso-based AMTE Power 'the best chance to succeed'

Efforts being made to give Thurso-based AMTE Power 'the best chance to succeed'

25 July 2023

Efforts to rescue a Thurso-based battery manufacturer which was facing administration have been given a £1 million boost thanks to a bridging loan.


Castletown artist 'really excited' to be doing artwork for new children's book

21 July 2023
Castletown artist 'really excited' to be doing artwork for new children's book

Castletown artist 'really excited' to be doing artwork for new children's book

21 July 2023

Catherine Redgate to illustrate OllieMollyMylo


Horse of the Year Show is 'a dream come true' for young Castletown woman

20 July 2023
Horse of the Year Show is 'a dream come true' for young Castletown woman

Horse of the Year Show is 'a dream come true' for young Castletown woman

20 July 2023

Emma Gunn and her 13-year-old horse, Maisie, qualified for the event at the Royal Highland Show in Ingliston


Pennyland nursery in Thurso declared 'weak' in hard-hitting care report

20 July 2023
Pennyland nursery in Thurso declared 'weak' in hard-hitting care report

Pennyland nursery in Thurso declared 'weak' in hard-hitting care report

20 July 2023

Leadership at the Pennyland nursery in Thurso is weak while parents are concerned about the impact of staff changes on children


AMTE Power, which runs Thurso battery business, is facing 'critical financial situation'

20 July 2023
AMTE Power, which runs Thurso battery business, is facing 'critical financial situation'

AMTE Power, which runs Thurso battery business, is facing 'critical financial situation'

20 July 2023

Company could go into administration


National centre for health and social care should be based in the Highlands, says Edward Mountain

20 July 2023
National centre for health and social care should be based in the Highlands, says Edward Mountain

National centre for health and social care should be based in the Highlands, says Edward Mountain

20 July 2023

MSP wants NHS Highland and University of the Highlands and Islands to make a joint bid


Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

19 July 2023
Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

19 July 2023

Event attracts 62 dogs over 15 classes


Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

19 July 2023
Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

Dog contest attracts 'quality entry' at Caithness County Show

19 July 2023

Event attracts 62 dogs over 15 classes


Dounreay treating lower paid staff unfairly, claims employee

19 July 2023
Dounreay treating lower paid staff unfairly, claims employee

Dounreay treating lower paid staff unfairly, claims employee

19 July 2023

Dounreay is treating its lower paid staff unfairly and "doing nothing" about their concerns on pay, pensions and bonuses, according to an employee.


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