Home   Authors   Author

Funding will help Caithness KLICS run its young carers' minibus service

19 October 2023
Funding will help Caithness KLICS run its young carers' minibus service

Funding will help Caithness KLICS run its young carers' minibus service

19 October 2023

A Caithness charity that supports young carers in the county has received a funding boost to help it runs its minibus service.


Caithness-Orkney ferry services hit by storm forecast

18 October 2023
Caithness-Orkney ferry services hit by storm forecast

Caithness-Orkney ferry services hit by storm forecast

18 October 2023

Ferries between Caithness and Orkney face severe disruption over the next few days due to the impact of Storm Babet.


Subsea 7 insight for Thrumster SWI group

18 October 2023
Subsea 7 insight for Thrumster SWI group

Subsea 7 insight for Thrumster SWI group

18 October 2023

Chairwoman Marion Gordon welcomed everyone to the October meeting of Thrumster SWI including guests from the Berridale Institute.


Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

17 October 2023
Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

Driver killed in A9 crash at Causewaymire – police appeal for information

17 October 2023

A man has died in a crash on the A9 at the Causewaymire, police confirmed on Tuesday.


Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

16 October 2023
Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

Concerns over seabird deaths on north coast – but bird flu not likely to be the cause

16 October 2023

Guillemot and razorbill deaths on the north coast and Northern Isles are among the concerns of Scotland's nature agency.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

11 October 2023
ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Beneath the cliffs of Caithness – a sea kayak trip from Latheronwheel to Dunbeath

11 October 2023

John Davidson joins Ben MacGregor for a short paddle down the east coast of Caithness as the pair enjoy ideal conditions for exploring the shore


News in brief: Access ranger talks tourism – Get help to quit – Polling place consultation

08 October 2023
News in brief: Access ranger talks tourism – Get help to quit – Polling place consultation

News in brief: Access ranger talks tourism – Get help to quit – Polling place consultation

08 October 2023

An insight into how the summer 2023 visitor season has gone in Caithness and Sutherland is to be given by a Highland Council access ranger.


Caithness groups to benefit from more than £95k in community funding

07 October 2023
Caithness groups to benefit from more than £95k in community funding

Caithness groups to benefit from more than £95k in community funding

07 October 2023

Six Caithness organisations have benefited from an overall total of £95,289 from the first round of the 2023/24 Community Regeneration Fund.


Your chance to own a piece of 200-year-old Caithness mill – and its first whisky

07 October 2023
Your chance to own a piece of 200-year-old Caithness mill – and its first whisky

Your chance to own a piece of 200-year-old Caithness mill – and its first whisky

07 October 2023

People are being given the opportunity to get involved in the restoration of a historic grain mill in Castletown.


Legends of the gundog world from Caithness estate to feature in BBC’s Landward

06 October 2023
Legends of the gundog world from Caithness estate to feature in BBC’s Landward

Legends of the gundog world from Caithness estate to feature in BBC’s Landward

06 October 2023

Caithness features in the latest episode of the BBC’s Landward television programme, which is celebrating the role dogs play in Scotland’s countryside


Thurso High School students’ speeches well received at annual competition

06 October 2023
Thurso High School students’ speeches well received at annual competition

Thurso High School students’ speeches well received at annual competition

06 October 2023

The Thurso Rotary Club annual speechmaking competition heard a wide and diverse range of subjects


'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for Balmore animal centre

06 October 2023
'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for Balmore animal centre

'Fight is not over yet' – campaigners vow to continue battle for Balmore animal centre

06 October 2023

The battle to save the animal rescue and rehoming centre at Balmore is far from over despite its imminent closure, campaigners vowed this week.


Far north animal charities in Thurso for volunteer recruitment event

05 October 2023
Far north animal charities in Thurso for volunteer recruitment event

Far north animal charities in Thurso for volunteer recruitment event

05 October 2023

Two far north animal rescue charities are joining forces this weekend to hold a “meet and greet” and volunteer fosterer recruitment event in Thurso.


Caithness Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services team shortlisted for national award

04 October 2023
Caithness Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services team shortlisted for national award

Caithness Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services team shortlisted for national award

04 October 2023

NHS Highland’s Caithness Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services team is in line for a top prize at the annual Mental Health Nursing Forum Scotland Awards.


'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

04 October 2023
'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

'Premium return' on well finished lambs at Quoybrae sale

04 October 2023

Quoybrae, Aberdeen & Northern Marts on Monday, October 2 sold 4375 prime, breeding, store and feeding sheep.


Chance to speak to Caithness police officers about joining the force in far north

03 October 2023
Chance to speak to Caithness police officers about joining the force in far north

Chance to speak to Caithness police officers about joining the force in far north

03 October 2023

People interested in a career in the police in Caithness are being invited to a drop-in event at Wick.


Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Wick and Thurso

02 October 2023
Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Wick and Thurso

Pet Aid food stocks running low, says Scottish SPCA – donations can be made in Wick and Thurso

02 October 2023

Animal lovers in Caithness and Sutherland are being asked to donate pet food as a charity’s stocks are running low.


Lane closures on A9 at Achalone as trunk road set for more resurfacing

02 October 2023
Lane closures on A9 at Achalone as trunk road set for more resurfacing

Lane closures on A9 at Achalone as trunk road set for more resurfacing

02 October 2023

Works to create a smoother road surface on the A9 south of Thurso at Achalone will begin later this month as more Bear Scotland works get under way.


MeyGen firm announces £4.5m profit

02 October 2023
MeyGen firm announces £4.5m profit

MeyGen firm announces £4.5m profit

02 October 2023

The company pioneering tidal energy in the Pentland Firth has announced that it made a £4.5 million profit in the first half of 2023.


Dunnet distilling champion goes 'above and beyond in business and in life'

01 October 2023
Dunnet distilling champion goes 'above and beyond in business and in life'

Dunnet distilling champion goes 'above and beyond in business and in life'

01 October 2023

A popular Caithness businessman at the forefront of the food and drink industry has been recognised for helping others in his sector.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More