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SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

SNOW UPDATE: More than 100 schools across the Highlands to remain closed after heavy snowfall

17 January 2024

Schools across the Highlands are set to remain closed today as heavy overnight snow is causing travel disruption in the region.


Closed Caithness – snow leads to multiple closures in the county

Closed Caithness – snow leads to multiple closures in the county

Closed Caithness – snow leads to multiple closures in the county

16 January 2024

There are multiple closures of work places and educational establishments across Caithness due to the heavy snowfall today (Tuesday, January 16).


New £1.22m facility for renewables industry training set for the Highlands

New £1.22m facility for renewables industry training set for the Highlands

New £1.22m facility for renewables industry training set for the Highlands

15 January 2024

The £1.22m Renewable Energy Training Centre, being established by Aurora Energy Services (AES), will be the first of its kind in the region.


School closures tomorrow due to snowfall

School closures tomorrow due to snowfall

School closures tomorrow due to snowfall

15 January 2024

Wick and Thurso high schools have issued statements saying they will be closed tomorrow (Tuesday, January 16) due to adverse weather conditions.


UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

13 January 2024

He had a distinguished career and was a renowned gastro-intestinal surgeon.


Highland Council refuses to declare an 'emergency' over 67 schools rated 'poor'

Highland Council refuses to declare an 'emergency' over 67 schools rated 'poor'

Highland Council refuses to declare an 'emergency' over 67 schools rated 'poor'

12 January 2024

Councillor Helen Crawford called for a 'school estate emergency' declaration to tackle the issue but SNP-Independent councillors voted it down.


Castletown nursery gets positive report from Care Inspectorate

Castletown nursery gets positive report from Care Inspectorate

Castletown nursery gets positive report from Care Inspectorate

11 January 2024

Children experience "warm, caring and nurturing approaches to their personal care and learning needs."


Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

10 January 2024

The north has the worst school buildings in Scotland but the council delayed the debate by more than three weeks.


Employers urged to find local talent at Caithness jobs fair

Employers urged to find local talent at Caithness jobs fair

Employers urged to find local talent at Caithness jobs fair

09 January 2024

Businesses are being encouraged to sign up for a leading far north jobs fair due to take place next month.


Wick community centre outlines childcare services planned for 2024

Wick community centre outlines childcare services planned for 2024

Wick community centre outlines childcare services planned for 2024

02 January 2024

Wick's Pulteneytown People's Project (PPP) outlined some of the extra services it will be delivering this year for families with children.


Mum's the word as Lyth Arts Centre takes on co-directors

Mum's the word as Lyth Arts Centre takes on co-directors

Mum's the word as Lyth Arts Centre takes on co-directors

27 December 2023

Sinéad Hargan and Helen Moore have taken up the co-directorship at Lyth Arts Centre while Charlotte Mountford is on parental leave.


Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

Thurso mum pleas for respite care for autistic son and slams council's 'insulting twaddle'

26 December 2023

A Thurso mum with a severely autistic boy hit back at Highland Council's 'insulting twaddle' with regard to its policy on local respite care.


10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

10 apprentices employed in far north in 2023 thanks to Caithness Business Support Fund

26 December 2023

A total of 20 local apprentices have been hired in Caithness and north Sutherland thanks to the support of a fund which aims to boost employment.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

PICTURE SPECIAL: Wick High School's Christmas Concert raises £250 for local food bank

26 December 2023

Wick High School’s Christmas Concert took place on Tuesday, December 19 in the ECCC Dance Studio and raised £250 for Caithness Foodbank.


Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

Thurso kids act out Nativity scenes at Christmas service

25 December 2023

Miller Academy Primary School pupils had a lovely time at Thurso's West Church for its annual Christmas family celebration service.


Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

Greens MSP Ariane Burgess welcomes £1.5m school meal debt write-off

25 December 2023

The Highland MSP said it would be a 'huge relief' for families.


Christmas cake fit for a king gifted to Crossroads primary

Christmas cake fit for a king gifted to Crossroads primary

Christmas cake fit for a king gifted to Crossroads primary

25 December 2023

King Charles continued his tradition of donating a Christmas cake to Crossroads Primary School courtesy of the Castle of Mey this year.


1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Caithness and Sutherland

1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Caithness and Sutherland

1400 pupils affected by Storm Pia school closures across Caithness and Sutherland

21 December 2023

More than two dozen schools and nurseries across the Highlands were closed on Thursday after Storm Pia brought gales and widespread disruption.


PICTURES: Charity cheques handed over by caring Newton Park pupils

PICTURES: Charity cheques handed over by caring Newton Park pupils

PICTURES: Charity cheques handed over by caring Newton Park pupils

19 December 2023

Pupils at a Wick school have been praised for their "thoughtful and caring attitude" after handing over cheques of £110.22 each to four charities.


Thurso-based scientists showcase ground-breaking healthcare project at European Union in Brussels

Thurso-based scientists showcase ground-breaking healthcare project at European Union in Brussels

Thurso-based scientists showcase ground-breaking healthcare project at European Union in Brussels

18 December 2023

Scientists based in Thurso have showcased their work on the environmental impact of healthcare to the European Union in Brussels.


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