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All smiles at local RDA group awards

26 October 2021
All smiles at local RDA group awards

All smiles at local RDA group awards

26 October 2021

Local pupils have been enjoying weekly visits to the Caithness Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) Group over the last school term.


Two-vehicle crash at Watten

25 October 2021
Two-vehicle crash at Watten

Two-vehicle crash at Watten

25 October 2021

Police were in attendance at a two-vehicle accident which occurred earlier today (Monday) at the crossroads in Watten.


Bomb disposal called to Wick's North Baths after unidentified item found

25 October 2021
Bomb disposal called to Wick's North Baths after unidentified item found

Bomb disposal called to Wick's North Baths after unidentified item found

25 October 2021

A bomb disposal team were called to an incident in Wick after an unidentified item was discovered yesterday evening near the North Baths.


Help for people struggling with fuel poverty

24 October 2021
Help for people struggling with fuel poverty

Help for people struggling with fuel poverty

24 October 2021

Highland Council is urging residents in the region not to suffer in silence if they are finding it hard to pay their fuel bills.


Local drone users invited to take part in photography competition

24 October 2021
Local drone users invited to take part in photography competition

Local drone users invited to take part in photography competition

24 October 2021

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched new photography campaign and competition – #ShotOnMyDrone – with some amazing prizes up for grabs.


Rapid Covid-19 community testing in Wick

22 October 2021
Rapid Covid-19 community testing in Wick

Rapid Covid-19 community testing in Wick

22 October 2021

Rapid Covid-19 community testing will be available at the riverside car park in Wick next week – from Monday to Friday.


Local people urged to register defibrillators on database to help save lives

22 October 2021
Local people urged to register defibrillators on database to help save lives

Local people urged to register defibrillators on database to help save lives

22 October 2021

A new campaign has been launched across Scotland to urge defibrillator owners to register their devices on a national database to help save lives.


Illustrated talk takes a dip into the history of the Trinkie

21 October 2021
Illustrated talk takes a dip into the history of the Trinkie

Illustrated talk takes a dip into the history of the Trinkie

21 October 2021

An illustrated talk about the history of the Trinkie will look at changes throughout the decades at the popular outdoor pool in Wick.


Dreams come true for Caithness rider at HOYS

17 October 2021
Dreams come true for Caithness rider at HOYS

Dreams come true for Caithness rider at HOYS

17 October 2021

A trio of Caithness riders taking part at this year's prestigious Horse of the Year Show all came home with rosettes.


Stepping Stones, Thurso, opens its doors to new men's group

16 October 2021
Stepping Stones, Thurso, opens its doors to new men's group

Stepping Stones, Thurso, opens its doors to new men's group

16 October 2021

The newly launched Caithness men's group JIM – Join In More – has received a funding boost of £1154 thanks to competitors in the Beast Race.


Meghan Blackwood jumps to success in Scottish league

12 October 2021
Meghan Blackwood jumps to success in Scottish league

Meghan Blackwood jumps to success in Scottish league

12 October 2021

A talented Halkirk rider is among the top 10 showjumpers competing on the Scottish circuit at her level.


World Mental Health Day: Local charities among those able to provide support

10 October 2021
World Mental Health Day: Local charities among those able to provide support

World Mental Health Day: Local charities among those able to provide support

10 October 2021

Today marks World Mental Health Day and volunteers and staff from the local support service Listening Ear are available to provide a helping hand.


JIM meetings with a difference for Caithness men

09 October 2021
JIM meetings with a difference for Caithness men

JIM meetings with a difference for Caithness men

09 October 2021

JIM – a new group for Caithness men – will be starting meetings at Stepping Stones, Thurso, on Monday (October 11) from 7-9pm.


Free leisure facility access across Scotland for highlife members

08 October 2021
Free leisure facility access across Scotland for highlife members

Free leisure facility access across Scotland for highlife members

08 October 2021

Highlife pools and gyms in Caithness are among those included in a partnership providing free use of leisure facilities across Scotland.


Financial packages of up to £40,000 available for local businesses

08 October 2021
Financial packages of up to £40,000 available for local businesses

Financial packages of up to £40,000 available for local businesses

08 October 2021

Caithness businesses are among those in the Highlands that could take advantage of growth support funding of up to £40,000.


Local mums set to benefit from new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General

06 October 2021
Local mums set to benefit from new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General

Local mums set to benefit from new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General

06 October 2021

The new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General Hospital, which cost £950,000, is set to open its door for the first time later this month.


Coastguard call out at West Gills

04 October 2021
Coastguard call out at West Gills

Coastguard call out at West Gills

04 October 2021

Local rescue teams were called out last night (Sunday) following concerns for a person in distress at West Gills.


Offshore wind project "once in a generation opportunity" for Scrabster

04 October 2021
Offshore wind project "once in a generation opportunity" for Scrabster

Offshore wind project "once in a generation opportunity" for Scrabster

04 October 2021

A major Scottish consortium has confirmed a bid for an Orkney and Caithness offshore wind project which could create skilled jobs at Scrabster.


From tears to laughter – the finale of The Highland Vet has it all

03 October 2021
From tears to laughter – the finale of The Highland Vet has it all

From tears to laughter – the finale of The Highland Vet has it all

03 October 2021

From prize pedigree bulls to a pooch in a pickle and a surprise ending full of laughter and a few tears tomorrow night's finale is not to be missed.


The Highland Vet wins Royal Television Society award

02 October 2021
The Highland Vet wins Royal Television Society award

The Highland Vet wins Royal Television Society award

02 October 2021

The Highland Vet – following the work of the dedicated team at DS McGregor & Partners in Thurso – wins TV award beating off stiff competition.


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