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North MSP says almost 18,000 jobs in Highlands protected by furlough scheme

13 May 2021
North MSP says almost 18,000 jobs in Highlands protected by furlough scheme

North MSP says almost 18,000 jobs in Highlands protected by furlough scheme

13 May 2021

Almost 18,000 jobs are being protected by the UK Government's furlough scheme, according to north Conservative MSP, Edward Mountain.


Wick hotel to light up to raise awareness of debilitating condition

11 May 2021
Wick hotel to light up to raise awareness of debilitating condition

Wick hotel to light up to raise awareness of debilitating condition

11 May 2021

A Caithness business is taking part in an initiative to highlight a debilitating condition that affects over five per cent of Scotland.


Highland project aims to help with mental health issues

08 May 2021
Highland project aims to help with mental health issues

Highland project aims to help with mental health issues

08 May 2021

A new project which aims to help mental health is being launched in the Highlands.


Meeting to discuss road safety concerns at busy Castletown play park

08 May 2021
Meeting to discuss road safety concerns at busy Castletown play park

Meeting to discuss road safety concerns at busy Castletown play park

08 May 2021

Campaigners are to meet with Highland Council to see if a solution can be found to improve road safety near a busy play park in Castletown.


Proposed energy storage plant could create 300 construction jobs

07 May 2021
Proposed energy storage plant could create 300 construction jobs

Proposed energy storage plant could create 300 construction jobs

07 May 2021

A multimillion-pound energy storage plant is being planned at Spittal in the site of an unused quarry.


Family pay tribute to Caithness man who died five months after being diagnosed with brain tumour

07 May 2021
Family pay tribute to Caithness man who died five months after being diagnosed with brain tumour

Family pay tribute to Caithness man who died five months after being diagnosed with brain tumour

07 May 2021

A Caithness woman has spoken of her devastation after losing her 52-year-old husband to a brain tumour


Jobs boost as Merlin Cinema expands in Thurso

05 May 2021
Jobs boost as Merlin Cinema expands in Thurso

Jobs boost as Merlin Cinema expands in Thurso

05 May 2021

An additional 12 jobs are expected to be created at the Merlin Cinema in Thurso as part of an expansion plan


Revolution needed on public transport in the Highlands

01 May 2021
Revolution needed on public transport in the Highlands

Revolution needed on public transport in the Highlands

01 May 2021

A public transport revolution is needed in the Highlands, according to Labour candidate Marion Donaldson.


Trades unions in Thurso and Wick commemorate International Workers Memorial Day

01 May 2021
Trades unions in Thurso and Wick commemorate International Workers Memorial Day

Trades unions in Thurso and Wick commemorate International Workers Memorial Day

01 May 2021

Caithness trade union representatives took part in a special event to remember those who have lost their lives at work.


Castletown mum in call for zebra crossing on NC500 road through village

30 April 2021
Castletown mum in call for zebra crossing on NC500 road through village

Castletown mum in call for zebra crossing on NC500 road through village

30 April 2021

A Castletown mother is calling for a new road crossing to help children safely access a busy play park in the village.


Opening on the Horizon for new hub

30 April 2021
Opening on the Horizon for new hub

Opening on the Horizon for new hub

30 April 2021

The former Caithness Horizons is expected to open in the summer under new management and a new name.


Nearly 4000 food parcels given to families in north during coronavirus crisis

27 April 2021
Nearly 4000 food parcels given to families in north during coronavirus crisis

Nearly 4000 food parcels given to families in north during coronavirus crisis

27 April 2021

Almost 4000 food parcels were provided to families in Caithness, Sutherland and Ross during the pandemic, says, Marion Donaldson.


Girl taken to hospital after accident on Castletown to Thurso road

27 April 2021
Girl taken to hospital after accident on Castletown to Thurso road

Girl taken to hospital after accident on Castletown to Thurso road

27 April 2021

A teenager was taken to hospital in Inverness after being hit by a vehicle on the A836 road on Monday afternoon.


North businesses will be visited by council and police as lockdown rules are eased

27 April 2021
North businesses will be visited by council and police as lockdown rules are eased

North businesses will be visited by council and police as lockdown rules are eased

27 April 2021

Highland Council and Police Scotland will visit businesses throughout the north to ensure they are complying with guidelines.


Arts can play key part in reviving town centres, says Green candidate for Highlands

25 April 2021
Arts can play key part in reviving town centres, says Green candidate for Highlands

Arts can play key part in reviving town centres, says Green candidate for Highlands

25 April 2021

The arts can play a key role in regenerating town and village centres in the north, according to Greens candidate, Ariane Burgess.


Stone wants Prime Minister to speak out on Qatar World Cup 'slave labour'

24 April 2021
Stone wants Prime Minister to speak out on Qatar World Cup 'slave labour'

Stone wants Prime Minister to speak out on Qatar World Cup 'slave labour'

24 April 2021

North MP Jamie Stone has urged the Prime Minister to speak out on the "horrific" treatment of Qatar's World Cup migrant workers.


UK holiday market could give boost to trade, says Caithness hotelier

23 April 2021
UK holiday market could give boost to trade, says Caithness hotelier

UK holiday market could give boost to trade, says Caithness hotelier

23 April 2021

Caithness hotelier Andrew Mackay is hoping for a boost from the UK holiday market this summer following the easing of Covid restrictions.


Historic Castletown mill could become a whisky distillery

23 April 2021
Historic Castletown mill could become a whisky distillery

Historic Castletown mill could become a whisky distillery

23 April 2021

An old mill on the outskirts of Castletown could become a whisky distillery.


Labour candidate's delight at discovering Dounreay family link

21 April 2021
Labour candidate's delight at discovering Dounreay family link

Labour candidate's delight at discovering Dounreay family link

21 April 2021

Labour's Marion Donaldson is keen to find out more about her connection to Donald Carmichael, who had a key role in establishing the Dounreay site.


'Small victory in a big battle to save football,' says Stone as European Super League plans crumble

21 April 2021
'Small victory in a big battle to save football,' says Stone as European Super League plans crumble

'Small victory in a big battle to save football,' says Stone as European Super League plans crumble

21 April 2021

The withdrawal of the six English clubs from the proposed European Super League is "a small victory in a big battle to save football."


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