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Stroma to feature in new Lyth exhibition

04 July 2019
Stroma to feature in new Lyth exhibition

Stroma to feature in new Lyth exhibition

04 July 2019

The uninhabited island of Stroma is set to take centre stage in an exhibition being run this summer by Lyth Arts Centre.


Floats thrill at Halkirk gala

19 June 2019
Floats thrill at Halkirk gala

Floats thrill at Halkirk gala

19 June 2019

CAR park charges at John O’Groats was the winning topic in the float procession at this year’s Halkirk Gala Week.


Thurso place second at Rock Challenge

19 June 2019
Thurso place second at Rock Challenge

Thurso place second at Rock Challenge

19 June 2019

A TEAM of performers from Thurso High School are riding on the crest of a wave after coming second in the final of the Scottish Rock Challenge.


Farmers at NSA Highland Sheep urged to seize Brexit opportunities

14 June 2019
Farmers at NSA Highland Sheep urged to seize Brexit opportunities

Farmers at NSA Highland Sheep urged to seize Brexit opportunities

14 June 2019

Farmers attending this week’s major sheep event in Caithness were urged to set aside their concerns and seize the opportunities presented by Brexit.


Farmers flock to Caithness for NSA Highland Sheep 2019

13 June 2019
Farmers flock to Caithness for NSA Highland Sheep 2019

Farmers flock to Caithness for NSA Highland Sheep 2019

13 June 2019

Farmers from all over Scotland and the north of England flocked to Caithness this week for NSA Highland Sheep 2019.


Thurso residents relieved as whale carcass is removed at last

11 June 2019
Thurso residents relieved as whale carcass is removed at last

Thurso residents relieved as whale carcass is removed at last

11 June 2019

The carcass of the young humpback whale which ended up on Thurso beach has finally been removed – much to the relief of local residents.


From graffiti art to sheep-shearing at Latheron Show

08 June 2019
From graffiti art to sheep-shearing at Latheron Show

From graffiti art to sheep-shearing at Latheron Show

08 June 2019

This year's Latheron Show looks set to be action-packed with lots of new exciting activities lined up to attract spectators.


Emma delighted with regional final win

08 June 2019
Emma delighted with regional final win

Emma delighted with regional final win

08 June 2019

Sixteen-year-old Emma Mackay has qualified to take part in the Airowear BE80(T) Championships after coming first in the regional final at Scotsburn.


Laurandy staff and families celebrate top marks in care report

07 June 2019
Laurandy staff and families celebrate top marks in care report

Laurandy staff and families celebrate top marks in care report

07 June 2019

Staff and families got together at the Laurandy Centre in Wick to celebrate the top marks received in a recent inspection report.


Icelandic tapestry panels handed over at Wick

04 June 2019
Icelandic tapestry panels handed over at Wick

Icelandic tapestry panels handed over at Wick

04 June 2019

Copies of five intricate panels that represent Iceland's contribution to the Scottish Diaspora Tapestry are now on display at Wick's museum.


Caithness skipper lands lifetime achievement award

04 June 2019
Caithness skipper lands lifetime achievement award

Caithness skipper lands lifetime achievement award

04 June 2019

A Caithness skipper who has had a fishing career spanning 50 years was presented with a lifetime achievement award at a ceremony in Aberdeen.


'Onwards and upwards' as Wetherspoon pub stays open in Wick

03 June 2019
'Onwards and upwards' as Wetherspoon pub stays open in Wick

'Onwards and upwards' as Wetherspoon pub stays open in Wick

03 June 2019

News that Wick's Wetherspoon pub is no longer up for sale and will stay open has been welcomed by civic leader Willie Mackay as a boost for the town.


Washed-up whale had become entangled in ropes from Nova Scotia

03 June 2019
Washed-up whale had become entangled in ropes from Nova Scotia

Washed-up whale had become entangled in ropes from Nova Scotia

03 June 2019

A young humpback whale washed up at Scrabster died after becoming entangled in fishing ropes which have been traced to Nova Scotia in Canada.


Concern over lack of internet access for Universal Credit claimants

29 May 2019
Concern over lack of internet access for Universal Credit claimants

Concern over lack of internet access for Universal Credit claimants

29 May 2019

Concern has been expressed about the number of Caithness people having problems trying to get Universal Credit through lack of internet access.


Dunnet's Rock Rose gin takes festival accolade

28 May 2019
Dunnet's Rock Rose gin takes festival accolade

Dunnet's Rock Rose gin takes festival accolade

28 May 2019

Rock Rose gin was the top tipple at the Highland Food Drink Festival at the weekend.


Debris cleared from farm field after sandwich van crash

27 May 2019
Debris cleared from farm field after sandwich van crash

Debris cleared from farm field after sandwich van crash

27 May 2019

Debris from an accident at Latheron, in which a sandwich delivery van crashed through a wall and rolled down an embankment, has now been cleared.


New lease of life for old Wick library as foodbank base

24 May 2019
New lease of life for old Wick library as foodbank base

New lease of life for old Wick library as foodbank base

24 May 2019

The former Wick library building is providing a new home for the town's foodbank as it continues to meet demand from people in need of help.


Top grades in report for Wick daycare centre

23 May 2019
Top grades in report for Wick daycare centre

Top grades in report for Wick daycare centre

23 May 2019

Wick's Laurandy Centre has received top grades and has been hailed as a leader in its sector in a inspection report.


Successful start to season for Caithness rider Sophia

22 May 2019
Successful start to season for Caithness rider Sophia

Successful start to season for Caithness rider Sophia

22 May 2019

Sophia Ramsøy has enjoyed a successful start to the season after being part of the winning British team at the Student Rider Nations Cup.


Wick not affected by air traffic control strike after 'local arrangement'

21 May 2019
Wick not affected by air traffic control strike after 'local arrangement'

Wick not affected by air traffic control strike after 'local arrangement'

21 May 2019

Wick John O'Groats Airport will not be affected by the air traffic control strike action due to take place on Thursday.


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