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Don't miss the Family Fun Day at 2024 Caithness International Science Festival

13 March 2024
Don't miss the Family Fun Day at 2024 Caithness International Science Festival

Don't miss the Family Fun Day at 2024 Caithness International Science Festival

13 March 2024

The 22nd annual Caithness International Science Festival is set to bring entertainment and education for the whole family at venues across the region.


Thurso Beaver Scout earns top award signed by Bear Grylls

10 March 2024
Thurso Beaver Scout earns top award signed by Bear Grylls

Thurso Beaver Scout earns top award signed by Bear Grylls

10 March 2024

A young Beaver Scout from Caithness was awarded the top honour for the group after completing a series of fun challenges.


Caithness bin collection changes to come into effect later in year

10 March 2024
Caithness bin collection changes to come into effect later in year

Caithness bin collection changes to come into effect later in year

10 March 2024

Changes to bin collections in Caithness will start to come into effect in the autumn – after they are trialled in Ross-shire and Dornoch first.


Kian gets true taste of Highland hospitality – thanks to Caithness apprenticeship

09 March 2024
Kian gets true taste of Highland hospitality – thanks to Caithness apprenticeship

Kian gets true taste of Highland hospitality – thanks to Caithness apprenticeship

09 March 2024

A hospitality apprentice in the far north has had his confidence boosted by the commitment shown to him within the industry in the region.


Reinstate Caithness healthcare cash, MP says after budget cash released

07 March 2024
Reinstate Caithness healthcare cash, MP says after budget cash released

Reinstate Caithness healthcare cash, MP says after budget cash released

07 March 2024

Money coming to Scotland from Barnett Consequentials after the UK government's budget should be used to reinstate NHS projects, the far north MP said.


Poetry and petals among highlights of East Caithness SWI bulb show

07 March 2024
Poetry and petals among highlights of East Caithness SWI bulb show

Poetry and petals among highlights of East Caithness SWI bulb show

07 March 2024

Carol Grant opened the East of Caithness SWI bulb show by reciting a poem she had written on the dedication and joy of participating in the event.


Exceptional heifer tops sale amid 'buoyant trade' at Quoybrae mart

05 March 2024
Exceptional heifer tops sale amid 'buoyant trade' at Quoybrae mart

Exceptional heifer tops sale amid 'buoyant trade' at Quoybrae mart

05 March 2024

Caithness, Aberdeen and Northern Marts on Monday sold 741 store cattle.


Restored Flow Country bogs contribute to 10,000ha of 're-wetted' peatlands

04 March 2024
Restored Flow Country bogs contribute to 10,000ha of 're-wetted' peatlands

Restored Flow Country bogs contribute to 10,000ha of 're-wetted' peatlands

04 March 2024

Work to restore thousands of hectares of damaged peatland on publicly owned forestry land including in the Flow Country has reached a milestone.


£100k skills boost for Caithness and north Sutherland businesses

01 March 2024
£100k skills boost for Caithness and north Sutherland businesses

£100k skills boost for Caithness and north Sutherland businesses

01 March 2024

A £100,000 investment has been made to help tackle skills shortages and boost investment across the far north.


Check you're on cheapest deal, advice service urges, after energy cap reduction announcement

23 February 2024
Check you're on cheapest deal, advice service urges, after energy cap reduction announcement

Check you're on cheapest deal, advice service urges, after energy cap reduction announcement

23 February 2024

Householders are being urged to check their gas and electricity bills after Ofgem lowered the energy price cap.


Biggest NATO exercise in decades comes to north coast of Scotland

21 February 2024
Biggest NATO exercise in decades comes to north coast of Scotland

Biggest NATO exercise in decades comes to north coast of Scotland

21 February 2024

The firing range at Cape Wrath will be the focal point for part of the largest NATO exercise in decades next week as allied nations join forces.


Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

19 February 2024
Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

Find out which north charities will benefit from Highland Cross cash in 2024

19 February 2024

Four Highland charities are set to receive new vehicles to help their community efforts thanks to a unique event that is marking its 40th anniversary.


Thurso care home residents welcome in Chinese New Year

17 February 2024
Thurso care home residents welcome in Chinese New Year

Thurso care home residents welcome in Chinese New Year

17 February 2024

Staff and residents at Pentland View in Thurso welcomed in the Year of the Dragon with a day of celebrations and activities.


Anglers hear tale of 13lb salmon at opening of Forss Water

14 February 2024
Anglers hear tale of 13lb salmon at opening of Forss Water

Anglers hear tale of 13lb salmon at opening of Forss Water

14 February 2024

The opening of the salmon season on the Forss Water was marked on Monday when around 20 people gathered for the occasion.


Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

14 February 2024
Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

Love is in the fresh air – embracing the outdoors is most attractive quality

14 February 2024

A love of the outdoors is one of the most attractive qualities in a potential partner for people in the Highlands and Islands, according to research.


Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

13 February 2024
Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

13 February 2024

Foxes are being blamed for killing lambs on Scottish farms and crofts where there was suspicion over badgers being responsible.


PICTURES: Scottish Masters cross country success in Forres for North Highland Harriers

13 February 2024
PICTURES: Scottish Masters cross country success in Forres for North Highland Harriers

PICTURES: Scottish Masters cross country success in Forres for North Highland Harriers

13 February 2024

North Highland Harriers made their presence felt at the Scottish Masters Cross Country Championships in Forres at the weekend.


Thurso man has trio of marathons in his sights for ShelterBox charity

12 February 2024
Thurso man has trio of marathons in his sights for ShelterBox charity

Thurso man has trio of marathons in his sights for ShelterBox charity

12 February 2024

A Thurso Rotarian is hoping to “go out with a bang” when he steps down as president this summer – by running a trio of marathons.


Mount Pleasant pupils celebrate Scottish culture in style

12 February 2024
Mount Pleasant pupils celebrate Scottish culture in style

Mount Pleasant pupils celebrate Scottish culture in style

12 February 2024

Children at Mount Pleasant Primary School in Thurso enjoyed a celebration of all things Scottish when they marked the 265th birthday of Robert Burns.


Thurso wind farm developer claims 'biodiversity gain' from Cairnmore Hill proposal

12 February 2024
Thurso wind farm developer claims 'biodiversity gain' from Cairnmore Hill proposal

Thurso wind farm developer claims 'biodiversity gain' from Cairnmore Hill proposal

12 February 2024

The developer of a proposed five-turbine wind farm close to Thurso claims the scheme will improve biodiversity by improving habitats in the area.


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