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Finalists for the Highland Business Women Awards

Finalists for the Highland Business Women Awards

Finalists for the Highland Business Women Awards

05 August 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards are fast approaching, and the judges have now decided on a shortlist.


Pet of the Week: SPCA Caithness and Sutherland Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre

Pet of the Week: SPCA Caithness and Sutherland Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre

Pet of the Week: SPCA Caithness and Sutherland Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre

05 August 2023

Blue is a sensitive dog looking for his forever family.


Newly published pictorial book was Wick surgeon's 'last ambition'

Newly published pictorial book was Wick surgeon's 'last ambition'

Newly published pictorial book was Wick surgeon's 'last ambition'

05 August 2023

Internationally renowned surgeon Pradip Datta would have been delighted with a new book capturing the "happy times" he spent living in Caithness.


Family fun walk up Wick river

Family fun walk up Wick river

Family fun walk up Wick river

03 August 2023

Join the High Life Highland countryside rangers on a 'fun wee wander' up Wick river on Tuesday, August 8 from 10.30am to 11.30am.


Call for action over the 'ludicrous' lack of public toilets in centre of Thurso

Call for action over the 'ludicrous' lack of public toilets in centre of Thurso

Call for action over the 'ludicrous' lack of public toilets in centre of Thurso

03 August 2023

Public feeling on the issue is "so strong," says community councillor


'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

'Draconian' parking restrictions in centre of Thurso need to be reviewed, say community councillors

03 August 2023

Businesses, local people and visitors being affected by the "crazy" rules, it is claimed


Council's electric vehicle team helps in move towards fleet decarbonisation – 19 to 92 charging points growth in 5 years

Council's electric vehicle team helps in move towards fleet decarbonisation – 19 to 92 charging points growth in 5 years

Council's electric vehicle team helps in move towards fleet decarbonisation – 19 to 92 charging points growth in 5 years

03 August 2023

Highland Council is taking 'huge strides' toward the decarbonisation of its fleet to help tackle the ecological and climate emergency.


Walkers face ban during Highland spaceport rocket launches

Walkers face ban during Highland spaceport rocket launches

Walkers face ban during Highland spaceport rocket launches

02 August 2023

People could be banned from an area covering more than 50 sq km when a rocket is launched from a new Highland spaceport.


Caithness and Sutherland nature events – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODES INCLUDED

Caithness and Sutherland nature events – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODES INCLUDED

Caithness and Sutherland nature events – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODES INCLUDED

02 August 2023

High Life Highland rangers have a roster of family-friendly, nature events lined up throughout August. NB: DISCOUNT CODES IN ARTICLE.


SQA outlines support to young people across Highlands ahead of results day

SQA outlines support to young people across Highlands ahead of results day

SQA outlines support to young people across Highlands ahead of results day

02 August 2023

On results day, SQA will open its helpline at 8am to answer learners’ questions about their certificates.


PICTURES: Sturgeon Moon swim at Trinkie outdoor pool near Wick

PICTURES: Sturgeon Moon swim at Trinkie outdoor pool near Wick

PICTURES: Sturgeon Moon swim at Trinkie outdoor pool near Wick

02 August 2023

A group of local swimmers braved the elements at Wick's Trinkie pool to witness last night's lunar phenomenon known as a Sturgeon Moon.


Dunnet cottage museum celebrates three decades of operation

Dunnet cottage museum celebrates three decades of operation

Dunnet cottage museum celebrates three decades of operation

02 August 2023

Next Wednesday (August 9) Mary-Ann's Cottage in Dunnet will host a celebration day to mark 30 years of the museum opening.


Robbie was a favourite mannie of Thurso shopkeepers

Robbie was a favourite mannie of Thurso shopkeepers

Robbie was a favourite mannie of Thurso shopkeepers

01 August 2023

Thurso's Heritage by a Thirsa Loon


Reunion planned for former members of Thurso Boys’ Brigade

Reunion planned for former members of Thurso Boys’ Brigade

Reunion planned for former members of Thurso Boys’ Brigade

01 August 2023

A reunion of ex-members of 1st Thurso Company Boys’ Brigade is to be held later this month, including visits to a distillery and a heritage centre.


VIDEO and PICTURES: Queens past and present gather at Pulteney Centre to celebrate Wick's gala

VIDEO and PICTURES: Queens past and present gather at Pulteney Centre to celebrate Wick's gala

VIDEO and PICTURES: Queens past and present gather at Pulteney Centre to celebrate Wick's gala

01 August 2023

Did you miss it? Video and pictures with past and present Wick Gala Queens and one sprightly Herring Queen at PPP event.


Awards handed over at Caithness United's annual presentation evening

Awards handed over at Caithness United's annual presentation evening

Awards handed over at Caithness United's annual presentation evening

01 August 2023

Highly successful seasons for Caithness United’s U12, U14 and U16 squads were recognised and celebrated at the club's annual presentation evening.


PICTURES: A final farewell to Wick Gala Week with a colourful display by the river

PICTURES: A final farewell to Wick Gala Week with a colourful display by the river

PICTURES: A final farewell to Wick Gala Week with a colourful display by the river

01 August 2023

Wick Gala Week came to its usual fiery and colourful conclusion on Saturday evening and the committe chair talked about how well the event went.


Ex-Scotland boss praises Thurso Football Academy after kids' coaching event

Ex-Scotland boss praises Thurso Football Academy after kids' coaching event

Ex-Scotland boss praises Thurso Football Academy after kids' coaching event

31 July 2023

Former Scotland manager Alex McLeish praised the work of Thurso Football Academy when he attended a children's coaching event followed by a dinner.


Nature Friendly Farming Network launches new crofting group for Sutherland and Caithness

Nature Friendly Farming Network launches new crofting group for Sutherland and Caithness

Nature Friendly Farming Network launches new crofting group for Sutherland and Caithness

31 July 2023

A new group aimed at crofters in Sutherland and Caithness has been launched by the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN).


Over 50s jobs fair in Wick

Over 50s jobs fair in Wick

Over 50s jobs fair in Wick

31 July 2023

A jobs fair was held at the council offices in Wick to support people over 50 access training, volunteering, and employment opportunities.


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