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Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

27 March 2024

Creative pupils at Canisbay Primary helped Scottish Water officially launch a new free water refill tap at John O’Groats.


‘It was a blur... and we found we had a lot to learn’

‘It was a blur... and we found we had a lot to learn’

‘It was a blur... and we found we had a lot to learn’

26 March 2024

Thirty years on from the vote that secured Wick Academy's place in the Highland League, current chairman Pat Miller has been sharing a few memories.


Camster Peatland Regeneration will benefit Flow Country

Camster Peatland Regeneration will benefit Flow Country

Camster Peatland Regeneration will benefit Flow Country

25 March 2024

Two Caithness locals have put their heads together for a new initiative to restore an area of the Flow Country at Camster.


Edward Mountain: Eco standards for Highland homes could hit us all in the pocket

Edward Mountain: Eco standards for Highland homes could hit us all in the pocket

Edward Mountain: Eco standards for Highland homes could hit us all in the pocket

25 March 2024

Many Highland homes would struggle to meet new energy efficiency standards.


DAVID RICHARDSON: Sutherland young entrepreneur shows talent needed to boost business in the Highlands

DAVID RICHARDSON: Sutherland young entrepreneur shows talent needed to boost business in the Highlands

DAVID RICHARDSON: Sutherland young entrepreneur shows talent needed to boost business in the Highlands

24 March 2024

Business Focus by David Richardson


'It was a big stepping stone for the club'

'It was a big stepping stone for the club'

'It was a big stepping stone for the club'

22 March 2024

Alistair Gunn, who was chairman of Wick Academy when they won the vote to gain Highland League status, looks back to that memorable night in 1994.


Focus North business conference in Wick – 'We need to work together'

Focus North business conference in Wick – 'We need to work together'

Focus North business conference in Wick – 'We need to work together'

21 March 2024

After a conference in Wick the chair of Focus North talked about the importance of 'working together' to fully capitalise on opportunities.


NICKY MARR: Race is on for more renewable energy schemes

NICKY MARR: Race is on for more renewable energy schemes

NICKY MARR: Race is on for more renewable energy schemes

20 March 2024

If anything is worth investing in as we try to save our planet, it’s our long-term economic future.


Weird banging and grinding sounds off Caithness coast described as 'horrendous'

Weird banging and grinding sounds off Caithness coast described as 'horrendous'

Weird banging and grinding sounds off Caithness coast described as 'horrendous'

20 March 2024

Residents around the Lybster and Dunbeath coastline took to social media to voice their concerns over loud noises.


MAREE TODD: Work continues to secure future of far north air service

MAREE TODD: Work continues to secure future of far north air service

MAREE TODD: Work continues to secure future of far north air service

20 March 2024

The announcement that the Scottish Government is to continue its support for the Wick-Aberdeen air service for another year, was very welcome.


Wick researcher uncovers Caithness family origins of history-making US tennis star

Wick researcher uncovers Caithness family origins of history-making US tennis star

Wick researcher uncovers Caithness family origins of history-making US tennis star

17 March 2024

Tennis fan Linda Swanson has been investigating the Caithness roots of Don Budge, the first player to win all four of the sport's Grand Slam titles.


Planning application for up to 40 large battery containers on land at Glengolly

Planning application for up to 40 large battery containers on land at Glengolly

Planning application for up to 40 large battery containers on land at Glengolly

15 March 2024

An application is under consideration with Highland Council's planning department for a battery energy storage system at Glengolly Farm near Thurso.


NICKY MARR: Collaboration can mean learning from each other

NICKY MARR: Collaboration can mean learning from each other

NICKY MARR: Collaboration can mean learning from each other

13 March 2024

“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”


Protect our water, public urged

Protect our water, public urged

Protect our water, public urged

12 March 2024

The public have been urged to do their bit to help protect the country’s water.


JOANNE HOWDLE: Medieval 'saviour' was used to heal many conditions

JOANNE HOWDLE: Medieval 'saviour' was used to heal many conditions

JOANNE HOWDLE: Medieval 'saviour' was used to heal many conditions

10 March 2024

Beautiful Botanicals by Joanne Howdle


Calls for guidance on pothole swerving in Caithness

Calls for guidance on pothole swerving in Caithness

Calls for guidance on pothole swerving in Caithness

09 March 2024

Do you swerve around potholes and risk getting a hefty fine for driving without due care and attention?


WATCH: Highland MP secures pledge of talks from UK Minister on unfair energy prices

WATCH: Highland MP secures pledge of talks from UK Minister on unfair energy prices

WATCH: Highland MP secures pledge of talks from UK Minister on unfair energy prices

08 March 2024

An SNP MP has secured further discussions with a UK Government Minister on creating fairer energy prices for the Highlands and Islands.


Wick's Old Pulteney distillery welcomes this week's Budget

Wick's Old Pulteney distillery welcomes this week's Budget

Wick's Old Pulteney distillery welcomes this week's Budget

07 March 2024

The Old Pulteney distillery in Wick says it is 'cheered' by this week's Budget announcement of an alcohol duty freeze.


NICKY MARR: Mikeysline founder Ron Williamson remembered for being the change for mental health

NICKY MARR: Mikeysline founder Ron Williamson remembered for being the change for mental health

NICKY MARR: Mikeysline founder Ron Williamson remembered for being the change for mental health

06 March 2024

What a legacy Ron has left.


RHODA GRANT: Signs of hope in recent moves – but is it enough?

RHODA GRANT: Signs of hope in recent moves – but is it enough?

RHODA GRANT: Signs of hope in recent moves – but is it enough?

06 March 2024

Spring is trying its hardest to break through. The slightly warmer weather and longer days give an air of positivity and hope.


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