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McColl's to call in administrators which could put a number of local jobs at risk

McColl's to call in administrators which could put a number of local jobs at risk

McColl's to call in administrators which could put a number of local jobs at risk

06 May 2022

Convenience chain McColl's – which has four stores in Caithness – has confirmed the business is being put into administration.


Wind damage at Wick campus due to weaker panels being fitted – design team should have known about strong winds, says community council

Wind damage at Wick campus due to weaker panels being fitted – design team should have known about strong winds, says community council

Wind damage at Wick campus due to weaker panels being fitted – design team should have known about strong winds, says community council

06 May 2022

Structural issues at the campus in Wick, when panels were ripped off the gym, formed part of the agenda for the local community council.


Upgrade works at Wick riverside car park to resume after Covid disruption – 'I’m really keen to get things moving and completed,' says Councillor Bremner

Upgrade works at Wick riverside car park to resume after Covid disruption – 'I’m really keen to get things moving and completed,' says Councillor Bremner

Upgrade works at Wick riverside car park to resume after Covid disruption – 'I’m really keen to get things moving and completed,' says Councillor Bremner

05 May 2022

After delays due to Covid it has just been announced that upgrade work will resume at Wick's riverside car park.


Local councillor delighted with progress on lower cost heating options for Wick – Biomass scheme could be expanded by end of the year

Local councillor delighted with progress on lower cost heating options for Wick – Biomass scheme could be expanded by end of the year

Local councillor delighted with progress on lower cost heating options for Wick – Biomass scheme could be expanded by end of the year

05 May 2022

Councillor Raymond Bremner gave updates on possible expansion of Wick’s district heating system.


PICTURES: Up the junction on Wick's streets – road junctions highlighted as pothole problem areas and local councillor requests 'balance to be struck between rural and town road repairs'

PICTURES: Up the junction on Wick's streets – road junctions highlighted as pothole problem areas and local councillor requests 'balance to be struck between rural and town road repairs'

PICTURES: Up the junction on Wick's streets – road junctions highlighted as pothole problem areas and local councillor requests 'balance to be struck between rural and town road repairs'

05 May 2022

The poor state of Wick's streets, especially at junction points, was once again raised at Tuesday evening's community council meeting.


Screen-sharing scam warning

Screen-sharing scam warning

Screen-sharing scam warning

05 May 2022

The fraudsters are embedding themselves in victims’ digital devices and access online banking and investment details.


Bats, birds and much more are on the agenda for Thurso wildlife tours

Bats, birds and much more are on the agenda for Thurso wildlife tours

Bats, birds and much more are on the agenda for Thurso wildlife tours

04 May 2022

A cancer scare led a Caithness woman to reassess her life and focus on one thing that helped calm her through those turbulent times – local wildlife.


First cruise ship at Scrabster harbour’s new facilities

First cruise ship at Scrabster harbour’s new facilities

First cruise ship at Scrabster harbour’s new facilities

03 May 2022

Scrabster harbour’s latest facilities for cruise liners welcomed their first vessel today as the MS Hamburg berthed at the redeveloped St Ola Pier.


Venture North leading recovery as far north tourism sector looks to future

Venture North leading recovery as far north tourism sector looks to future

Venture North leading recovery as far north tourism sector looks to future

03 May 2022

Visitors from across the UK are being encouraged to spend time in Caithness and Sutherland as part of a new campaign.


Wick firefighter William Gunn retires

Wick firefighter William Gunn retires

Wick firefighter William Gunn retires

02 May 2022

A long-serving firefighter has retired from Wick Community Fire Station.


Firm with office in Caithness hailed as one of best financial advisers to work for

Firm with office in Caithness hailed as one of best financial advisers to work for

Firm with office in Caithness hailed as one of best financial advisers to work for

02 May 2022

An independent financial advisory firm which has an office in Caithness has been recognised in this year’s national Professional Adviser Awards.


MeyGen developer SIMEC Atlantis seeks more time to repay Abundance Investment debentures

MeyGen developer SIMEC Atlantis seeks more time to repay Abundance Investment debentures

MeyGen developer SIMEC Atlantis seeks more time to repay Abundance Investment debentures

01 May 2022

The developer behind plans for the world's biggest tidal stream project off Caithness has requested more time to pay off £5 million in debentures


Johnstons of Elgin marks its 225th anniversary year by sponsoring VisitScotland's Scottish Thistle Awards

Johnstons of Elgin marks its 225th anniversary year by sponsoring VisitScotland's Scottish Thistle Awards

Johnstons of Elgin marks its 225th anniversary year by sponsoring VisitScotland's Scottish Thistle Awards

29 April 2022

One of the north of Scotland's oldest retail brands, Johnstons of Elgin, has been announced as headline sponsor of this year’s Scottish Thistle Awards


SPONSORED CONTENT: Celebrating the opportunities in our marine economy with Harper Macleod

SPONSORED CONTENT: Celebrating the opportunities in our marine economy with Harper Macleod

SPONSORED CONTENT: Celebrating the opportunities in our marine economy with Harper Macleod

29 April 2022

Following the COP26 gathering in Glasgow last year, the world was buoyed by a global intention to work harder towards achieving net zero emissions.


First Minister 'proud' of broadband programme that's reached just 0.2 per cent of properties

First Minister 'proud' of broadband programme that's reached just 0.2 per cent of properties

First Minister 'proud' of broadband programme that's reached just 0.2 per cent of properties

28 April 2022

Far north MP Jamie Stone slams Scottish Government promises for falling 'woefully short'


Caithness farmers push for micro-abattoir at Keiss

Caithness farmers push for micro-abattoir at Keiss

Caithness farmers push for micro-abattoir at Keiss

28 April 2022

A small band of Caithness farmers and crofters say they are determined to create a private kill facility at Keiss.


HIE presence at aquaculture's biggest UK trade show will help north firms find new opportunities

HIE presence at aquaculture's biggest UK trade show will help north firms find new opportunities

HIE presence at aquaculture's biggest UK trade show will help north firms find new opportunities

28 April 2022

Companies attending the UK's largest aquaculture conference in Aviemore next week are being invited to ask HIE about new opportunities in the sector


Former footballer helps Far North sawmill business keep its staff safe

Former footballer helps Far North sawmill business keep its staff safe

Former footballer helps Far North sawmill business keep its staff safe

28 April 2022

A fast-growing Far North sawmill and renewables business has called on the expert advice of a former Highland football star to keep its staff safe


Last year's damage to Wick school's gym will be fixed in summer, says council

Last year's damage to Wick school's gym will be fixed in summer, says council

Last year's damage to Wick school's gym will be fixed in summer, says council

28 April 2022

In a progress update on storm damage at Wick Community Campus last year, the council states that full reinstatement work will take place in the summer


HIE thanked for support for military personnel and their families across the Highlands and Islands

HIE thanked for support for military personnel and their families across the Highlands and Islands

HIE thanked for support for military personnel and their families across the Highlands and Islands

28 April 2022

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has received its own military decoration for its support for serving and former forces personnel


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