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Council to roll out network of safe walking and cycling routes in response to Covid-19

Council to roll out network of safe walking and cycling routes in response to Covid-19

Council to roll out network of safe walking and cycling routes in response to Covid-19

26 May 2020

Wick among the places earmarked to benefit from a Highland-wide initiative to create safe walking and cycling pathways as a response to coronavirus.


Rosie's heartfelt poppy tribute brightens up Thurso

Rosie's heartfelt poppy tribute brightens up Thurso

Rosie's heartfelt poppy tribute brightens up Thurso

25 May 2020

A colourful window display in Thurso town centre is one local woman's way of saying a heartfelt thanks to essential workers.


The NHS is open and here for you

The NHS is open and here for you

The NHS is open and here for you

25 May 2020

No matter what, it’s so important that health warning signs aren’t ignored and you seek medical advice when needed.


Top lockdown tips to stay healthy and fit

Top lockdown tips to stay healthy and fit

Top lockdown tips to stay healthy and fit

24 May 2020

Alison Jackson offers some advice from Slimming World to help everyone stay in good shape physically and mentally through the coronavirus lockdown


Optician business reaches out to elderly and vulnerable

Optician business reaches out to elderly and vulnerable

Optician business reaches out to elderly and vulnerable

21 May 2020

An optician chain with a branch in Wick has launched a new service for its older customers at home.


Councillors warn against complacency over Covid-19 risk map

Councillors warn against complacency over Covid-19 risk map

Councillors warn against complacency over Covid-19 risk map

21 May 2020

Caithness residents are being warned against any complacency after a new map showed the county in a low-risk category for Covid-19 exposure.


Thurso man with Parkinson’s takes on virtual Inca Trail walk

Thurso man with Parkinson’s takes on virtual Inca Trail walk

Thurso man with Parkinson’s takes on virtual Inca Trail walk

20 May 2020

A man from Thurso is setting out today (Wednesday, May 20) on a 26.2 mile walk to raise vital money for charity Parkinson’s UK.


'Wickers at War' artwork auctioned for NHS

'Wickers at War' artwork auctioned for NHS

'Wickers at War' artwork auctioned for NHS

19 May 2020

An artist from Wick, now living in New York, is auctioning one of his works in support of the NHS as it battles coronavirus.


Thurso company's expertise contributes to supply of NHS ventilators

Thurso company's expertise contributes to supply of NHS ventilators

Thurso company's expertise contributes to supply of NHS ventilators

19 May 2020

A Thurso-based company is supplying the NHS with specialist batteries as an urgent requirement in the battle against Covid-19.


Dennis loses more than he bargained for in head-shave fundraiser

Dennis loses more than he bargained for in head-shave fundraiser

Dennis loses more than he bargained for in head-shave fundraiser

18 May 2020

A Wick man had a close shave with some dog clippers but all for a good cause.


Funding boost for Caithness General Hospital A&E department and birthing unit

Funding boost for Caithness General Hospital A&E department and birthing unit

Funding boost for Caithness General Hospital A&E department and birthing unit

18 May 2020

Construction work is to start soon on an extended accident and emergency department and a redesigned maternity unit at Caithness General Hospital.


Generous donation to the community from the Thurso RNLI crew

Generous donation to the community from the Thurso RNLI crew

Generous donation to the community from the Thurso RNLI crew

16 May 2020

A total of £1500 is to go to help local people experiencing mental problems thanks to a donation from Thurso RNLI crew members' own fund.


Virtual art and craft exhibition

Virtual art and craft exhibition

Virtual art and craft exhibition

16 May 2020

A charity organisation's annual art show will take place online due to lockdown restrictions with proceeds going to Caithness General Hospital.


Safety screens fitted in Thurso cabs

Safety screens fitted in Thurso cabs

Safety screens fitted in Thurso cabs

15 May 2020

A Thurso-based taxi firm has taken extra precautionary measures to keep its drivers and customers safe from coronavirus infection.


Buy a meal for those that heal, says Lybster hotel owner

Buy a meal for those that heal, says Lybster hotel owner

Buy a meal for those that heal, says Lybster hotel owner

14 May 2020

The owner of a Caithness hotel is looking for donations towards a slap-up meal for healthcare professionals when lockdown restrictions are lifted.


Lyth stable owner Natalie asks public to be 'horse smart'

Lyth stable owner Natalie asks public to be 'horse smart'

Lyth stable owner Natalie asks public to be 'horse smart'

12 May 2020

The owner of a Lyth-based riding stable is urging members of the public to be careful around horses if the animals are encountered while on a walk.


Mission is ready to help struggling local fishermen

Mission is ready to help struggling local fishermen

Mission is ready to help struggling local fishermen

12 May 2020

A Caithness-based spokesperson for a fishermen's charity says the organisation is ready to support those in the industry who are struggling.


New project aims to support mental health of NHS workers

New project aims to support mental health of NHS workers

New project aims to support mental health of NHS workers

12 May 2020

A new project is being launched to support the mental health of frontline workers during the coronavirus crisis.


Railway supporting essential travel

Railway supporting essential travel

Railway supporting essential travel

11 May 2020

Key workers making essential travel in the Highlands have been kept moving thanks to "unprecedented punctuality across the country", claims ScotRail.


Caithness care bear brings smiles across the county

Caithness care bear brings smiles across the county

Caithness care bear brings smiles across the county

07 May 2020

A special gift from a caring Caithness bear brought cheer to a Wick resident confined inside during the sunny weather.


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