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FOOD FOR THOUGHT by Rev Heather Stewart, Parish of Latheron

Have you tried to have a conversation with anyone recently without the C-word coming up?

Gardening on the Edge by Diana Wayland

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Make the most of this little hill above Reay before the turbines take over

Thurso’s Heritage by a Thirsa Loon

Licencees lose court bid in 1921, No dancing at Keiss in 1971 and 'Hooligan' fans condemned in 1996

Holyrood Notebook by Edward Mountain

For a show-stopping Christmas main, this sensational topside of beef is perfectly partnered with a red wine reduction.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT by Howard Stone, minister of Castletown and Community Free Church

There’s a copy of Charlie Mackesy’s book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse on the table beside my bed, and I read it from time to time.

Weather Watch by Keith Banks

Boat offered as war souvenir in 1921, Speed limit change resisted in 1971 and Arcade plan fury in 1996

The Real Mackay by Dan Mackay

If you are serving lamb over the festive season, use the leftovers in this delicious Scotch Lamb bake.

Holyrood Notebook by Maree Todd

"Since I last wrote, I have had a brush with the law, and have been issued with a fine to pay."

Beautiful Botanicals by Joanne Howdle

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Heading for the hills again as a biting wind proves winter has its grip even on these lower vantage points

Jamie's Journal by Jamie Stone

Harbour gifted to villagers in 1921, Vet lab up and running in 1971 and Top award for Wick BB member in 1996