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New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

14 April 2024

A newly-refurbished area of the Castlehill Heritage Centre, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, will be officially opened next month.


WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

14 April 2024

Weather Watch by Keith Banks


Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024

Highland strongman, Luke Stoltman has been crowned Europe’s Strongest Man.


New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

11 April 2024

The Crofting Commission has announced a new initiative designed to strengthen the crofting sector by engaging with landlords of vacant crofts.


Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024

Giving business leaders peace of mind is at the heart of a Highland IT firms’ mission.


People living in the Highlands encouraged to access Parkinson’s exercise programmes

People living in the Highlands encouraged to access Parkinson’s exercise programmes

People living in the Highlands encouraged to access Parkinson’s exercise programmes

11 April 2024

High Life Highland is raising awareness of the support available in the region to mark World Parkinson’s Day today (April 11).


Grosvenor’s Reay Forest Estate open day returns

Grosvenor’s Reay Forest Estate open day returns

Grosvenor’s Reay Forest Estate open day returns

09 April 2024

The open day on April 20 is free to attend and no booking is required.


Chance of seeing partial solar eclipse from Caithness tonight

Chance of seeing partial solar eclipse from Caithness tonight

Chance of seeing partial solar eclipse from Caithness tonight

08 April 2024

The solar eclipse taking place across north America tonight should be a real spectacle – but what will we be able to see from Caithness?


NHS patients in Highlands told: ‘It’s OK to Ask’

NHS patients in Highlands told: ‘It’s OK to Ask’

NHS patients in Highlands told: ‘It’s OK to Ask’

08 April 2024

Patients are being encouraged to ask questions about their treatment as part of a campaign being promoted by NHS Scotland.


Charity calls for stories to contribute towards legacy of Scotland’s agricultural and rural community

Charity calls for stories to contribute towards legacy of Scotland’s agricultural and rural community

Charity calls for stories to contribute towards legacy of Scotland’s agricultural and rural community

07 April 2024

Stories gathered will celebrate past, present and future generations of the industry.


Careless Highlanders blamed for causing a series of explosions in East Lothian

Careless Highlanders blamed for causing a series of explosions in East Lothian

Careless Highlanders blamed for causing a series of explosions in East Lothian

05 April 2024

Highland householders are being blamed for causing a series of explosions at an East Lothian energy plant.


17th century Dunnet minister who put Caithness on the map is subject of Castletown talk

17th century Dunnet minister who put Caithness on the map is subject of Castletown talk

17th century Dunnet minister who put Caithness on the map is subject of Castletown talk

03 April 2024

Caithness-born author James Miller will speak at the next Caithness Family History Society meeting about historic cartographer Timothy Pont.


Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

27 March 2024

A Highland business has secured a four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with the local authority.


Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

26 March 2024

Victims of domestic violence have been encouraged to seek support and report incidents to police, following a reduction in recorded cases.


PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

PICTURES: Family fun at Caithness International Science Festival 2024

26 March 2024

The 22nd annual Caithness International Science Festival brought entertainment and education for the whole family to the far north.


Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

24 March 2024

With Easter set to see an increase in visitors to the countryside, NFU Mutual is reminding dog-owners to be extra vigilant.


Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

Free events to boost digital wellbeing set to take place in the Highlands

22 March 2024

The events are aimed to help people develop a more positive relationship with their phones and learn how to take control of their personal data.


‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

‘Cursed’ ship was wrecked on its way from Russia

20 March 2024

For this article, I am venturing beyond the confines of Thurso parish into Dunnet, uncovering shipwreck connections that tie back to the town.


Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

Introducing the latest addition to your outdoor space: Garden Rooms by Norscot

18 March 2024

With a fully customisable Norscot Garden Room, you are guaranteed to create a space that suits your requirements within your budget.


Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

Weather Watch: Striking clouds are evidence of harm to environment

17 March 2024

Keith Banks on how events high up in the sky can be evidence of our own actions on Earth.


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