Dunbeath Castle has been listed in the top 10 most popular properties for sale in 2023 by an online estate agents.
New parents can go online to claim Child Benefit payments worth over £1200 a year.
People are being warned about the dangers of button batteries after an influx of toys and gadgets into homes after Christmas.
The manager of the John O’Groats Trail hopes that two major obstacles on the long-distance route can be overcome in 2024.
Coastal walks are the most popular way to spend time outdoors in the Highlands, according to new research from the National Trust for Scotland.
An appeal has been launched by to help trace a man with links to Wick and Thurso – but the public have been told not to approach him.
Highland Council is making what it calls a “final attempt” to re-form 30 community councils that failed to attract sufficient members last year.
Traditional music will help set the scene for a BBC radio programme being aired this weekend about life on a now-deserted island off the north coast.
People in the far north are being urged to make regular walking part of their new year’s resolutions at the start of 2024.
More than 300 Scottish Ambulance Service staff have been physically or verbally abused in the past year according to latest statistics.
See what's on in 2024 with the Active Outdoors events list covering much of the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Aberdeenshire.
Firefighters want help in identifying people who may be at higher risk of suffering a fire in their home – including those over 50 who live alone.
A survey of older people across Scotland has highlighted the importance of bank and post office branches closer to their home.
Crofters across the Highlands and Islands are being urged to apply to a Scottish Government fund to build and their improve croft houses.
As the New Year gets under way, we want to send our best wishes for 2024 to all of our readers, subscribers and advertisers.
PICTURE SPECIAL: Readers of the John O'Groat Journal and Caithness Courier have submitted some fantastic images over the last 12 months.
People in the far north are being reminded that they can access national resources available to support their mental health over the holidays.
Householders in Caithness who are struggling with rising energy bills have been urged to seek support as the new Ofgem price cap kicks in.
John Davidson takes a look back at some memorable trips, from family outings to big days in the mountains
A volunteer walking group leader from Tongue says being part of the group provides a wider support network for all those who come along.