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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.


Wildfires being treated as deliberate as police launch hunt for culprits

Wildfires being treated as deliberate as police launch hunt for culprits

Wildfires being treated as deliberate as police launch hunt for culprits

14 April 2025

Two wildfires close to homes on the outskirts of Thurso are being treated as deliberate by police.


Moorland blaze near Thurso successfully extinguished after 3 hour firefighting effort

Moorland blaze near Thurso successfully extinguished after 3 hour firefighting effort

Moorland blaze near Thurso successfully extinguished after 3 hour firefighting effort

10 April 2025

Firefighters have successfully extinguished a moorland blaze close to homes on the north coast near Thurso.


45 year-old man charged after early morning car fire near Thurso

45 year-old man charged after early morning car fire near Thurso

45 year-old man charged after early morning car fire near Thurso

10 April 2025

A 45-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a car fire near Thurso this morning.


‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze near Thurso

10 April 2025

An “extreme” wildfire risk for Caithness has been extended into the weekend amid an active grass fire and heavy smoke in the Thurso area.


Police probe malicious car fire blaze near Thurso

Police probe malicious car fire blaze near Thurso

Police probe malicious car fire blaze near Thurso

10 April 2025

Police are investigating after a car was set ablaze at the second attempt in an early morning arson attack near Thurso


Family-friendly adventures in the Cairngorms this Easter

Family-friendly adventures in the Cairngorms this Easter

Family-friendly adventures in the Cairngorms this Easter

04 April 2025

Keeping the kids busy and entertained over the Easter holidays can be a bit of a challenge, but you don’t have to look too far for some fantastic fun.


‘Nothing short of heroic’: Halkirk teen who saved dad’s life earns top award

‘Nothing short of heroic’: Halkirk teen who saved dad’s life earns top award

‘Nothing short of heroic’: Halkirk teen who saved dad’s life earns top award

04 April 2025

A teenager who saved his dad’s life when he sliced his arm open doing DIY has been rewarded for his heroic actions.


Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

03 April 2025

Every Highland resident offered a Covid-19 vaccine this spring is being urged to come forward, get jagged and stay protected.


Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

03 April 2025

Repairs are under way after a burst main caused a water outage in Halkirk.


Young Farmers contest at Caithness Livestock Centre to be held alongside cattle sale

Young Farmers contest at Caithness Livestock Centre to be held alongside cattle sale

Young Farmers contest at Caithness Livestock Centre to be held alongside cattle sale

02 April 2025

The annual Young Farmers overwintering competition at Caithness Livestock Centre, Quoybrae will be followed by the show and sale of 1200 store cattle.


Eligible Caithness residents urged to take up COVID-19 vaccine this spring

Eligible Caithness residents urged to take up COVID-19 vaccine this spring

Eligible Caithness residents urged to take up COVID-19 vaccine this spring

02 April 2025

Public Health Scotland encourages Caithness residents offered a Covid-19 vaccine this spring to come forward, get vaccinated and stay protected.


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