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Thurso college features in new UHI energy guide to boost workforce

05 June 2025
Thurso college features in new UHI energy guide to boost workforce

Thurso college features in new UHI energy guide to boost workforce

05 June 2025

Employers looking to upskill their workforce or attract fresh talent to the north can tap into a new energy guide from UHI North, West and Hebrides.


White-lining works in Caithness helping to ‘improve road safety’

05 June 2025
White-lining works in Caithness helping to ‘improve road safety’

White-lining works in Caithness helping to ‘improve road safety’

05 June 2025

Highland Council says it has completed 150km of white-lining works across Caithness, Sutherland and Skye, with work ongoing elsewhere in the Highlands


Wick to host free amateur performance of classic concerto to mark 75th anniversary

05 June 2025
Wick to host free amateur performance of classic concerto to mark 75th anniversary

Wick to host free amateur performance of classic concerto to mark 75th anniversary

05 June 2025

A huge string orchestra will be gathering in the Wick Assembly Rooms this Saturday, under the baton of conductor Susie Dingle.


Spring one of driest ever in Wick – despite recent rainfall

04 June 2025
Spring one of driest ever in Wick – despite recent rainfall

Spring one of driest ever in Wick – despite recent rainfall

04 June 2025

The spring of 2025 was one of the driest on record for Wick, with less than 90mm of rain measured over the three-month spell.


Thurso Beavers go back in time at Halkirk centre

04 June 2025
Thurso Beavers go back in time at Halkirk centre

Thurso Beavers go back in time at Halkirk centre

04 June 2025

Beaver Scouts from the 2nd Thurso group enjoyed a memorable trip to the Halkirk Heritage and Vintage Motor Centre.


£75k boost for off-season events in Highlands

03 June 2025
£75k boost for off-season events in Highlands

£75k boost for off-season events in Highlands

03 June 2025

Event organisers across the Highlands an tap into funds of up to £10,000 to help put on public events over the quieter season.


Thriller starring Outlander actress Sophie Skelton and filmed in Caithness set for world premiere

03 June 2025
Thriller starring Outlander actress Sophie Skelton and filmed in Caithness set for world premiere

Thriller starring Outlander actress Sophie Skelton and filmed in Caithness set for world premiere

03 June 2025

A movie filmed on location in the far north is scheduled to get its world premiere later this month at a long-running independent film festival.


Highland high school pupils head into the wilds at Alladale Wilderness Reserve

02 June 2025
Highland high school pupils head into the wilds at Alladale Wilderness Reserve

Highland high school pupils head into the wilds at Alladale Wilderness Reserve

02 June 2025

A part-funded outdoor experience is helping give secondary pupils an in-depth understanding of nature. John Davidson spoke to some of those involved


Altnabreac couple’s civil court case against Network Rail is dismissed

02 June 2025
Altnabreac couple’s civil court case against Network Rail is dismissed

Altnabreac couple’s civil court case against Network Rail is dismissed

02 June 2025

A civil court case lodged by a couple at Altnabreac has been dismissed after the pair pursuing the claim failed to appear at Wick Sheriff Court.


Warning of disruption as Far North Line set to close for 3 weeks

01 June 2025
Warning of disruption as Far North Line set to close for 3 weeks

Warning of disruption as Far North Line set to close for 3 weeks

01 June 2025

Disruption is expected later this month when the Far North Line is closed for three weeks as part of a major upgrade of the track.


A9 works in Caithness to see 10mph overnight convoys

01 June 2025
A9 works in Caithness to see 10mph overnight convoys

A9 works in Caithness to see 10mph overnight convoys

01 June 2025

Works to improve the surface of the A9 near Dunbeath will see 10mph convoys and lane closures from next week.


Crofters group calls for more control over sea eagles after lamb losses

31 May 2025
Crofters group calls for more control over sea eagles after lamb losses

Crofters group calls for more control over sea eagles after lamb losses

31 May 2025

Crofters are asking government to take action to control predation by sea eagles after claims that attacks on lambs have reached unprecedented levels.


Orcas, Risso’s dolphins and a basking shark spotted off Caithness coast during 2025 Orca Watch

28 May 2025
Orcas, Risso’s dolphins and a basking shark spotted off Caithness coast during 2025 Orca Watch

Orcas, Risso’s dolphins and a basking shark spotted off Caithness coast during 2025 Orca Watch

28 May 2025

Seven marine species have been recorded so far during this year’s Orca Watch, which is taking place around the Caithness coast and beyond.


Pair take over the reins at Caithness farming business

28 May 2025
Pair take over the reins at Caithness farming business

Pair take over the reins at Caithness farming business

28 May 2025

New owners have taken over the running of a well-known farming supply business in Caithness.


Wick ambulance technician completes Edinburgh Marathon – wearing 10kg response kit

26 May 2025
Wick ambulance technician completes Edinburgh Marathon – wearing 10kg response kit

Wick ambulance technician completes Edinburgh Marathon – wearing 10kg response kit

26 May 2025

A Wick ambulance technician and his former Thurso Ambulance Station colleague have completed the Edinburgh marathon – in full emergency gear.


‘Competitive fund’ that helped John O’Groats Mill is open for interest

26 May 2025
‘Competitive fund’ that helped John O’Groats Mill is open for interest

‘Competitive fund’ that helped John O’Groats Mill is open for interest

26 May 2025

A grant fund stream that boosted the recently opened John O’Groats Mill refurbishment by £1.5 million has opened for a new round of applications.


Thurso research into floating offshore wind aims to protect marine mammals

26 May 2025
Thurso research into floating offshore wind aims to protect marine mammals

Thurso research into floating offshore wind aims to protect marine mammals

26 May 2025

A Thurso-based researcher hopes a review into floating offshore energy will help to protect marine creatures while allowing for sustainable growth.


Wick show and new CD as Brandon McPhee pays tribute to Sir Jimmy Shand

25 May 2025
Wick show and new CD as Brandon McPhee pays tribute to Sir Jimmy Shand

Wick show and new CD as Brandon McPhee pays tribute to Sir Jimmy Shand

25 May 2025

Popular Caithness musician Brandon McPhee will perform his latest single on a Scottish tour that starts in Wick next month.


‘Wick is due a much-needed revamp’ – welcome for £2.1m cash injection of town centre

23 May 2025
‘Wick is due a much-needed revamp’ – welcome for £2.1m cash injection of town centre

‘Wick is due a much-needed revamp’ – welcome for £2.1m cash injection of town centre

23 May 2025

Community councillors in Wick are eager to see works on the £2.1 million transformation of the town centre get under way.


Wick’s ‘Mastermind’ Denis has made his last trophy after 55 years

22 May 2025
Wick’s ‘Mastermind’ Denis has made his last trophy after 55 years

Wick’s ‘Mastermind’ Denis has made his last trophy after 55 years

22 May 2025

A Caithness artist who has created a masterpiece a year to be awarded to the winner of the Mastermind TV show has made his last trophy.


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