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Councillor condemns nail traps left on A99

Councillor condemns nail traps left on A99

Councillor condemns nail traps left on A99

04 January 2021

A Highland councillor condemned Saturday evening's 'malicious act' in which car mats pierced with nails were placed on the A99 near Thrumster.


Pentland Ferries reviews its operations after massive reduction in business

Pentland Ferries reviews its operations after massive reduction in business

Pentland Ferries reviews its operations after massive reduction in business

04 January 2021

Gills Bay office closed for at least one month as part of cost saving exercise by the ferry operator.


Long-standing Wick firefighter retires from service

Long-standing Wick firefighter retires from service

Long-standing Wick firefighter retires from service

03 January 2021

A Wick firefighter who has served for more than 30 years has received recognition for his long service after retiring last year.


Highland newspaper publishes its final edition

Highland newspaper publishes its final edition

Highland newspaper publishes its final edition

03 January 2021

The Nairnshire Telegraph has published its final edition – with the pandemic being a factor in its demise.


Fars 'at?

Fars 'at?

Fars 'at?

02 January 2021

Each week we show you a hidden corner of Caithness. Can you work out where this week's photo is from?


Your Caithness

Your Caithness

Your Caithness

01 January 2021

A selection of readers' photographs from around the county


Were you a victim of these top scams for 2020?

Were you a victim of these top scams for 2020?

Were you a victim of these top scams for 2020?

01 January 2021

Many people and businesses in Caithness fell victim to criminals exploiting the pandemic as revealed in a list of the year's most common scams.


'Heartfelt thanks' to community volunteers

'Heartfelt thanks' to community volunteers

'Heartfelt thanks' to community volunteers

31 December 2020

A 'heartfelt thanks' was sent out to all council staff, community groups and volunteers helping with the Covid-19 emergency response.


Caithness fishing boss hits out at Brexit deal

Caithness fishing boss hits out at Brexit deal

Caithness fishing boss hits out at Brexit deal

31 December 2020

The fishing industry is reeling at a Brexit deal that is "not what was promised", according to a Caithness fishing company boss.


Hogmanay at home – or face arrest

Hogmanay at home – or face arrest

Hogmanay at home – or face arrest

30 December 2020

The First Minister says have Hogmanay at home and police talk of using 'enforcement powers' to disperse large gatherings tomorrow night.


Celebrate Hogmanay at home, says council leader

Celebrate Hogmanay at home, says council leader

Celebrate Hogmanay at home, says council leader

30 December 2020

The Highland Council leader reminds everyone to follow all guidance and remain extra vigilant in the face of rising Covid figures.


Rail bonus for Caithness students returning to studies

Rail bonus for Caithness students returning to studies

Rail bonus for Caithness students returning to studies

29 December 2020

Caithness students returning to their colleges and universities after the festive break may benefit from an extension to rail ticket discounts.


Wick nativity scene inspires father's Christmas poem

Wick nativity scene inspires father's Christmas poem

Wick nativity scene inspires father's Christmas poem

29 December 2020

A striking nativity scene stretching along church railings in Wick has inspired the creator's father to write a festive ditty.


Christmas meals delivered to local residents

Christmas meals delivered to local residents

Christmas meals delivered to local residents

28 December 2020

Christmas Day was made special for many Caithness residents with nearly 100 meals delivered to those living on the west side of the county.


Supporting Wick hospital through the pandemic

Supporting Wick hospital through the pandemic

Supporting Wick hospital through the pandemic

28 December 2020

A Caithness charity organisation said it has continued to support the general hospital in Wick despite the issues and restrictions of Covid.


Fire chief warns of dangers of fireworks

Fire chief warns of dangers of fireworks

Fire chief warns of dangers of fireworks

28 December 2020

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is warning of the dangers of using fireworks at private events over the festive period.


Banging the drums in Thurso with a pipe band makeover

Banging the drums in Thurso with a pipe band makeover

Banging the drums in Thurso with a pipe band makeover

28 December 2020

Thurso Pipe Band has now been officially renamed and beats its drums with a new logo too.


Caithness police operation draws praise from local councillors

Caithness police operation draws praise from local councillors

Caithness police operation draws praise from local councillors

28 December 2020

Operation Ruling netted large quantities of 'illegal substances' and led to violent criminals being arrested including one caught with a sword.


Jackson three raise charity cash for Wick hospital

Jackson three raise charity cash for Wick hospital

Jackson three raise charity cash for Wick hospital

28 December 2020

Thanks to the efforts of the Jackson family from Lybster, Caithness General Hospital is benefitting with a sizeable cash donation.


Ormlie group gets some festive cheer from Tesco

Ormlie group gets some festive cheer from Tesco

Ormlie group gets some festive cheer from Tesco

27 December 2020

A Caithness community group has benefited from some seasonal cheer delivered by a local supermarket.


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