Environment

Issues with roads, bus services and air travel were among those highlighted by Caithness councillors at a meeting in Inverness.

A full revamp of Wick's riverside car park has been given the green light after a successful funding bid was announced today.

Wick's own version of Indiana Jones is leading jungle tours with a difference.

A series of pictures captures the moment a young seal slips out of sight underwater away from the lens of the Groat reporter.

Advice for communities interested in accessing wind farm funds will be available at special sessions on Thursday.

A broch-themed fun day at Lyth Arts Centre inspired many children to learn a variety of Neolithic crafts and hear stories from a Pictish storyteller.

North Lands Creative glass studio in Lybster has just announced an early festive programme of workshops over November.

North MSP Gail Ross has launched a consultation on a bill to address the needs of rural areas and is calling for feedback before the end of January.

Councillors in Wick and Thurso comment on the future imposition of car parking charges in Caithness.

A new low-emission vehicle is busily making its way along the country roads of the county thanks to Caithness Rural Transport.

Caithness Broch Project is holding a family-friendly Archaeological Arts and Crafts Fun Day at Lyth Arts Centre on Sunday.

Wick born Ian MacDonald goes from butcher's boy to novelist with his debut science fiction work.

A charity group is helping Wickers realise the potential of the town by holding open sessions with the public and with more planned for November.

The vibrant touches provided by a colourful bench and flowers point towards a bigger transformation in the future.

Volunteers and contractors have beavered away to spruce up Latheron Cemetery with fresh pathways for mourners to use.

A grocery store in Lybster claims to be the first in the county to stock glass milk bottles in a bid to become more environmentally aware.

Over 150 people travelled from far and wide to Magi Sinclair's art exhibition opening night in Thurso and an incredible 16 pieces were sold.

Work has started on a £4 million Scottish Water project which will help maintain the bathing water quality at Dunnet beach.

Competition for the Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards is fierce but Noss Head lighthouse aims to bring a coveted prize to Caithness.

The coastline near the Castle of Mey was given a tidy-up thanks to a group of community-minded volunteers.