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A9 route from Caithness to close for overnight works

A9 route from Caithness to close for overnight works

A9 route from Caithness to close for overnight works

05 May 2025

A half-kilometre stretch of the northern A9 is due to be resurfaced next month, with a full road closure in place during the works.


Caithness village to celebrate Victory in Europe after 80 years

Caithness village to celebrate Victory in Europe after 80 years

Caithness village to celebrate Victory in Europe after 80 years

04 May 2025

Lybster will be among the many places marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe with a street party next weekend.


SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

SSEN ‘investigative’ work continues along controversial Highland super-pylon lines prior to planning consent

02 May 2025

Energy giant SSEN is continuing investigative work along the controversial super-pylon route stretching from Caithness to Peterhead through Beauly.


Highland coastal waters set for spectacular NATO ‘war games’ exercise

Highland coastal waters set for spectacular NATO ‘war games’ exercise

Highland coastal waters set for spectacular NATO ‘war games’ exercise

02 May 2025

A huge NATO training exercise is set to bring an invasion of warships, submarines, aircraft and armed forces to Highland coastal waters from Saturday.


How easy is it to amend my existing Will?

How easy is it to amend my existing Will?

How easy is it to amend my existing Will?

02 May 2025

Creating a clear, effective and up to date Will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and wealth after your death.


Police launch witness appeal after 18-year-old man killed in collision involving car and motorcycle near Wick

Police launch witness appeal after 18-year-old man killed in collision involving car and motorcycle near Wick

Police launch witness appeal after 18-year-old man killed in collision involving car and motorcycle near Wick

01 May 2025

Police Scotland have launched an appeal for witnesses following a fatal crash near Watten last night.


Caithness blood donor group seeks support for arts and craft fundraiser

Caithness blood donor group seeks support for arts and craft fundraiser

Caithness blood donor group seeks support for arts and craft fundraiser

28 April 2025

Arty people from across Caithness are being invited to help support local blood donors and the lab at Caithness General Hospital.


Trunk road in Caithness to close overnight for 2 weeks as works carried out

Trunk road in Caithness to close overnight for 2 weeks as works carried out

Trunk road in Caithness to close overnight for 2 weeks as works carried out

23 April 2025

The A99 will be closed overnight for a two-week spell next month while works are carried out to improve the road surface.


New chief officer of education appointed for the Highlands

New chief officer of education appointed for the Highlands

New chief officer of education appointed for the Highlands

22 April 2025

The Highland Council has appointed Bernadette Scott as chief officer education for primary and early years.


Highland bishop praises ‘generosity and love’ of late Pope Francis

Highland bishop praises ‘generosity and love’ of late Pope Francis

Highland bishop praises ‘generosity and love’ of late Pope Francis

22 April 2025

The Most Reverend Mark Strange of Moray, Ross and Caithness has shared his message of condolence upon the death of Pope Francis yesterday.


Full ringside at Caithness Livestock Centre for ‘fantastic’ store cattle sale

Full ringside at Caithness Livestock Centre for ‘fantastic’ store cattle sale

Full ringside at Caithness Livestock Centre for ‘fantastic’ store cattle sale

21 April 2025

Quoybrae, Aberdeen and Northern Marts, on Monday sold 332 store cattle.


Community payback order for Thurso man (28) who pulled police officers’ mask during Covid pandemic

Community payback order for Thurso man (28) who pulled police officers’ mask during Covid pandemic

Community payback order for Thurso man (28) who pulled police officers’ mask during Covid pandemic

19 April 2025

Scott Allan (28) admitted two amended charges of assault, on indictment, at Wick Sheriff Court on Tuesday.


Wick man (24) handed unpaid work order after assault on partner

Wick man (24) handed unpaid work order after assault on partner

Wick man (24) handed unpaid work order after assault on partner

19 April 2025

A Wick man who kicked his partner in the ribs during a heated argument has been ordered to carry out 80 hours of unpaid community work.


Thousands without power after electric cut to 730 homes

Thousands without power after electric cut to 730 homes

Thousands without power after electric cut to 730 homes

18 April 2025

The outage is affecting more than 700 homes and businesses across parts of Thurso, Castletown and Dunnet.


Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

17 April 2025

Entries are now open for the Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards (HITA) 2025.


A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

17 April 2025

Motorists have been urged to be cautious on approach after a breakdown partially blocked the A9 between Berriedale and Helmsdale.


Vandalism spree sparks police appeal

Vandalism spree sparks police appeal

Vandalism spree sparks police appeal

16 April 2025

Police are hunting vandals responsible for a spate of incidents in Thurso recent weeks.


Pair jailed for 24 months after plotting ‘large-scale’ cannabis factory at ruined 19th century house in Caithness

Pair jailed for 24 months after plotting ‘large-scale’ cannabis factory at ruined 19th century house in Caithness

Pair jailed for 24 months after plotting ‘large-scale’ cannabis factory at ruined 19th century house in Caithness

15 April 2025

Two men who operated an illegal cannabis factory in a ruined Caithness mansion were jailed today.


UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

15 April 2025

Police Scotland has confirmed that the A9 has been reopened


A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

15 April 2025

The A9 was closed in two locations on Tuesday lunchtime after separate crashes on the busy trunk road in Easter Ross and Sutherland.


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