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PICTURES: Local artist’s portrait show of local fishing folk was one of Thurso gallery’s most popular exhibitions

PICTURES: Local artist’s portrait show of local fishing folk was one of Thurso gallery’s most popular exhibitions

PICTURES: Local artist’s portrait show of local fishing folk was one of Thurso gallery’s most popular exhibitions

25 June 2025

After the grand success of her Thurso exhibition of local characters, a Caithness artist says she plans to stage the show in Lybster.


Caithness equestrian successes at Royal Highland Show

Caithness equestrian successes at Royal Highland Show

Caithness equestrian successes at Royal Highland Show

25 June 2025

Caithness duo James Munro and Russell Skelton came out on top at the Royal Highland Show on Thursday in the ridden hunters.


Rail group at ‘the end of the line’ for Wick conference

Rail group at ‘the end of the line’ for Wick conference

Rail group at ‘the end of the line’ for Wick conference

25 June 2025

A pressure group promoting the far north railway line has invited all interested to attend its AGM and conference in Wick next month.


Ukraine duo set for Thurso concert

Ukraine duo set for Thurso concert

Ukraine duo set for Thurso concert

25 June 2025

Organisers are hoping for a repeat of the enthusiastic reception given to two Ukrainian musicians who are returning to play in Thurso once again.


New home and away kits and run-out tops for Pentland United

New home and away kits and run-out tops for Pentland United

New home and away kits and run-out tops for Pentland United

25 June 2025

County champions Pentland United received a triple boost from their sponsors when a new home kit, away kit and set of run-out tops were handed over.


Dramatic moment captured of lightning bolt hitting former bank in Lybster

Dramatic moment captured of lightning bolt hitting former bank in Lybster

Dramatic moment captured of lightning bolt hitting former bank in Lybster

25 June 2025

The owner of a former bank and church manse in Lybster shared the ‘one in a million’ image of lightning hitting his property.


Caithness army reservist leads team on ‘unpredictable’ sailing expedition

Caithness army reservist leads team on ‘unpredictable’ sailing expedition

Caithness army reservist leads team on ‘unpredictable’ sailing expedition

25 June 2025

An engineer at Dounreay has taken to the open waters to plan and lead a team of army reservists on a demanding expedition along the north-west coast.


Wick High School pupils’ funding boost for Caithness RDA

Wick High School pupils’ funding boost for Caithness RDA

Wick High School pupils’ funding boost for Caithness RDA

24 June 2025

A funding award from Wick High School pupils will help towards running costs and equipment, as well as a new trophy, for the Caithness RDA group.


Gymnasts perform ‘music through the decades’ at annual display and awards

Gymnasts perform ‘music through the decades’ at annual display and awards

Gymnasts perform ‘music through the decades’ at annual display and awards

24 June 2025

Caithness Rhythmic Gymnastics celebrated the end of a busy and exciting year with their annual display and awards in the Thurso High School gym.


£100 million Thurso masterplan could launch biggest changes in more than a generation

£100 million Thurso masterplan could launch biggest changes in more than a generation

£100 million Thurso masterplan could launch biggest changes in more than a generation

24 June 2025

The ambitious plans involve schools, businesses and the most important local agencies like NHS, police, coast guard and Dounreay.


Caithness farmer picks ewe and two lambs for Royal Highland supreme sheep award

Caithness farmer picks ewe and two lambs for Royal Highland supreme sheep award

Caithness farmer picks ewe and two lambs for Royal Highland supreme sheep award

24 June 2025

Kenneth Sutherland Snr picked a ewe and her two lambs from Andrew Baillie and family, Carstairs, as supreme sheep at the Royal Highland Show.


PICTURES: Cuppas and cakes for the Keiss community thanks to primary school kids and staff

PICTURES: Cuppas and cakes for the Keiss community thanks to primary school kids and staff

PICTURES: Cuppas and cakes for the Keiss community thanks to primary school kids and staff

24 June 2025

Parents, family members, and residents were delighted to be invited to a special afternoon tea event at Keiss Primary organised by staff and pupils.


North Highland Harriers take part in tough Highland Cross event

North Highland Harriers take part in tough Highland Cross event

North Highland Harriers take part in tough Highland Cross event

24 June 2025

Caithness athletes were well represented at the Highland Cross on Saturday, when participants in the 41st staging of the event endured hot conditions.


Memorial garden benefits from Wick Thistle ‘teamwork and enthusiasm’

Memorial garden benefits from Wick Thistle ‘teamwork and enthusiasm’

Memorial garden benefits from Wick Thistle ‘teamwork and enthusiasm’

24 June 2025

Wick’s World War II memorial garden in Bank Row has again benefited from the community spirit of amateur football team Wick Thistle.


PICTURES: Friend and ambassador remembered on Wick RNLI Harbour Day

PICTURES: Friend and ambassador remembered on Wick RNLI Harbour Day

PICTURES: Friend and ambassador remembered on Wick RNLI Harbour Day

23 June 2025

The coxswain of Wick lifeboat has paid tribute to the “amazing” fundraising efforts of a dedicated RNLI supporter from Helmsdale who died last month.


PICTURES: Wild swimmers brave the elements for solstice dip and catch glimpse of sunrise

PICTURES: Wild swimmers brave the elements for solstice dip and catch glimpse of sunrise

PICTURES: Wild swimmers brave the elements for solstice dip and catch glimpse of sunrise

23 June 2025

Two groups of wild swimmers took to the cold Caithness waters around the Wick area to celebrate the rising of the summer solstice sun.


Book now for Tuesday’s ‘Caithness Experience Matters Advisory Panel’ at Pulteney Centre in Wick

Book now for Tuesday’s ‘Caithness Experience Matters Advisory Panel’ at Pulteney Centre in Wick

Book now for Tuesday’s ‘Caithness Experience Matters Advisory Panel’ at Pulteney Centre in Wick

23 June 2025

A charity supporting people with mental health issues and other disabilities has a free event at the Pulteney Centre in Wick on Tuesday at 12.30pm.


Castletown man hails ‘brilliant feeling’ at reaching John O’Groats after 1000-mile Lejog cycle

Castletown man hails ‘brilliant feeling’ at reaching John O’Groats after 1000-mile Lejog cycle

Castletown man hails ‘brilliant feeling’ at reaching John O’Groats after 1000-mile Lejog cycle

23 June 2025

A Castletown man has raised more than £4000 for a charity close to his heart after completing the thousand-mile cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats


Pride can spark a ‘new chapter’ for LGBTQ+ people in Caithness

Pride can spark a ‘new chapter’ for LGBTQ+ people in Caithness

Pride can spark a ‘new chapter’ for LGBTQ+ people in Caithness

22 June 2025

Although many said leading up to and on the day itself that they felt isolated, huge numbers turned out in Thurso to show their support.


1000 people estimated to attend first ever Caithness Pride

1000 people estimated to attend first ever Caithness Pride

1000 people estimated to attend first ever Caithness Pride

22 June 2025

Organisers say the event ‘exceeded every expectation’ with the LGBTQ+ community and their allies flocking to Thurso.


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