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Concerns have been raised over a huge expanse of knee-high grass in a public park in Wick, amid speculation that ticks may be present.

Efforts are under way to recruit an eager band of young supporters to enhance the atmosphere at Wick Academy’s home games in the new season.

A new campaign under the banner Save Caithness has been launched to help communities fight large-scale energy developments in the far north.

Deputy First Minster Kate Forbes has spoken about her experience with postnatal depression on the new series of the podcast, Speaking of Suicide.

The 33-year-old will kayak to John O’Groats for midday on Saturday to conclude his world record attempt.

A tractor run is planned by members of Caithness Vintage Tractor and Machinery Club this Sunday, with enthusiasts from Orkney also taking part.

The Taste North festival and the revitalised Wick caravan and camping site are among the initiatives shortlisted in an annual tourism award scheme.

Regular visitors supporting Artisans North every month at its craft fairs and shows will soon be seeing some fresh faces.

A play inspired by the construction of Sutherland’s new spaceport is set to tour around the Highlands and Islands next month.

A look ahead to the Caithness County Show, widely regarded as the premier agricultural event in the north, taking place at Thurso East on July 19/20.

A lack of flexibility over childcare rules in rural areas is hampering efforts to get people into work and reduce depopulation, it has been claimed.

Disabled visitors to John O’Groats will soon be able to hire a mobility scooter to help them get around the area’s shops and other attractions.

The countdown is under way to the 100th Latheron Show in 12 months’ time after the success of Saturday’s event at West Clyth Farm.

This summer saw the welcome return of the Canisbay Show following a five-year absence.

John Coghill from Skinnet Farm, Halkirk, will have the task of selecting the overall champion at this year’s County Show at Thurso East.

A defibrillator has been installed in memory of a Thurso woman’s commitment to the town’s West Church.

A wartime flying boat is due to stop off in Wick this week in honour of two Catalina pilots who each received the Victoria Cross 80 years ago.

John O’Groat Jounal and Caithness Courier readers respond to the news this week.

News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

Pupils at Mount Pleasant Primary School in Thurso received a range of awards before the summer holidays.