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Motorists arriving in Caithness this week were greeted by a sign saying “Welcome to the Moon” and warning them to watch out for “craters” ahead.

Mackays Hotel was the venue for the Easter afternoon tea dance held by the local branch of Enable, the charity for people with learning disabilities.

The most popular baby names in the Highlands in the past year have been released by the National Records of Scotland (NRS).

Northern Drift by Monique Sliedrecht

Brandon McPhee has spoken of how much he enjoys being able to bring a little bit of Caithness over to the Emerald Isle after his latest accolade.

An anonymous post on social media highlighted Lybster lighthouse’s 140th anniversary while lamenting the sorry state of its paintwork.

Pupils at Noss Primary in Wick performed at the school’s annual talent competition, Noss’ Got Talent, on Wednesday.

Children in Wick have been meeting the town’s elderly residents thanks to an intergenerational initiative.

Lyth-based model and horse trainer Natalie Oag says it is ‘a dream come true’ to be holding special horse displays around the country.

Flu tragedy at Altnabreac, Good Food accolade for local hotels and Safety plea after tanker drama.

A Victorian cottage near Wick railway station is in the process of being demolished to make way for the transportation of wind turbine parts.

A Wick student's debut novel takes the reader on a fantasy journey to the claustrophobic streets of Hong Kong.

Police Scotland says it is aware of 'inaccurate media reporting' over training material it has in place for the country's new hate crime laws.

Two Caithness companies intend to break into the multibillion-pound offshore renewables energy market and have been selected for a special programme.

Some 400 people were at the Drumossie Hotel on Friday night for the annual Highland Heroes event.

Magnox workers based at Dounreay power station are being balloted for strike action in a pay dispute.

North Sea cruiser mystery, Two new factories for Caithness and Herbal potion proving a real turn-on

A single mum with three teens in the house talked about her financial struggles after thieves siphoned off her heating oil twice in a fortnight.

Willie Mackay is set for another spoon-playing milestone as he continues to serve up a weekly helping of musical entertainment for his many fans.

An organisation providing care and social services to Thurso's Ormlie residents is £5000 better off after winning an award.