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Novel way to grow potatoes with 'Terrace Tattie' crop in Reay

Novel way to grow potatoes with 'Terrace Tattie' crop in Reay

Novel way to grow potatoes with 'Terrace Tattie' crop in Reay

02 October 2021

After a raspberry crop died in the recent drought some Reay locals found a new way to make use of the ground by producing 'Terrace Tatties'.


Raigmore Hospital ward closed due to Covid-19 cases

Raigmore Hospital ward closed due to Covid-19 cases

Raigmore Hospital ward closed due to Covid-19 cases

02 October 2021

Raigmore Hospital Ward 4C visiting and admissions have been suspended due to coronavirus.


Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

01 October 2021

Highland Council responded to newly released statistics on A9 road casualties by calling for an upgrade of Highland roads.


Lorna's plea over health services as she battles through sickness to complete 132-mile Raigmore run

Lorna's plea over health services as she battles through sickness to complete 132-mile Raigmore run

Lorna's plea over health services as she battles through sickness to complete 132-mile Raigmore run

01 October 2021

PICTURES: Lorna Stanger battled through sickness and lack of sleep to run all the way to Raigmore, completing the equivalent of five marathons.


'Worrying time' for Caithness residents with energy price cap rise

'Worrying time' for Caithness residents with energy price cap rise

'Worrying time' for Caithness residents with energy price cap rise

01 October 2021

The energy price cap will rise by 12 per cent today, with those on standard tariffs facing an average increase of £139-a-year.


The £3.4 million pay-out to staff bullied at NHS Highland shows the extent of the problem, says Fernie.

The £3.4 million pay-out to staff bullied at NHS Highland shows the extent of the problem, says Fernie.

The £3.4 million pay-out to staff bullied at NHS Highland shows the extent of the problem, says Fernie.

30 September 2021

The bullying culture at NHS Highland has been "a blight on people's lives", according to Caithness health campaigner.


WATCH: The Penny drops over the finish line after 11,000-mile coastal challenge

WATCH: The Penny drops over the finish line after 11,000-mile coastal challenge

WATCH: The Penny drops over the finish line after 11,000-mile coastal challenge

30 September 2021

A charity walker who attracted local support when she travelled through Caithness last year has now completed her 11,000 mile coastal walk.


Edward Mountain accuses First Minister of 'shameful' comments linking Brexit to mental health care problems

Edward Mountain accuses First Minister of 'shameful' comments linking Brexit to mental health care problems

Edward Mountain accuses First Minister of 'shameful' comments linking Brexit to mental health care problems

30 September 2021

Edward Mountain accused Nicola Sturgeon of being “disrespectful” after she suggested that mental health care problems can be attributed to Brexit.


PICTURES: Big hearted Dolly Dippers do a dozen dips for a good cause

PICTURES: Big hearted Dolly Dippers do a dozen dips for a good cause

PICTURES: Big hearted Dolly Dippers do a dozen dips for a good cause

28 September 2021

Two Caithness women set off on a fundraising trip around the county on Saturday and raised over £2000 for the Caithness Heart Support Group.


NHS Highland 'working to arrange Covid vaccine clinics in additional locations'

NHS Highland 'working to arrange Covid vaccine clinics in additional locations'

NHS Highland 'working to arrange Covid vaccine clinics in additional locations'

28 September 2021

NHS Highland has given an assurance that drop-in Covid-19 vaccination clinics are being arranged in different parts of the region.


Covid concerns spur new phase of Clear Your Head mental health campaign

Covid concerns spur new phase of Clear Your Head mental health campaign

Covid concerns spur new phase of Clear Your Head mental health campaign

27 September 2021

People across Caithness are being encouraged to take simple steps to look after their mental health in the light of Covid fears.


Health problems have plagued county in the past

Health problems have plagued county in the past

Health problems have plagued county in the past

25 September 2021

Thurso’s Heritage by a Thirsa Loon


Holyrood Notebook: Clear plan needed to tackle mental health crisis

Holyrood Notebook: Clear plan needed to tackle mental health crisis

Holyrood Notebook: Clear plan needed to tackle mental health crisis

25 September 2021

MSP Edward Mountain sets out his vision for solving recruitment difficulties hindering mental health treatment in remote rural areas.


Lybster and Lyth arts organisations enjoy success with Ideas Fund

Lybster and Lyth arts organisations enjoy success with Ideas Fund

Lybster and Lyth arts organisations enjoy success with Ideas Fund

25 September 2021

A new grants scheme will benefit arts organisations in Lybster and Lyth after a successful funding bid was announced this week.


'Don't panic' – advice for Caithness residents following latest energy supplier collapse

'Don't panic' – advice for Caithness residents following latest energy supplier collapse

'Don't panic' – advice for Caithness residents following latest energy supplier collapse

24 September 2021

Energy firms Green and Avro Energy have become the latest providers to go bust following a sharp rise in wholesale gas prices.


Lorna's 130-mile run to Raigmore will highlight 'nightmare situation' over hospital trips

Lorna's 130-mile run to Raigmore will highlight 'nightmare situation' over hospital trips

Lorna's 130-mile run to Raigmore will highlight 'nightmare situation' over hospital trips

24 September 2021

A Thurso woman plans to run 130 miles to highlight the "nightmare situation" facing those who have to travel from Caithness to hospital in Inverness.


Highland MSP warns Caithness women could be 'left behind' over endometriosis diagnosis

Highland MSP warns Caithness women could be 'left behind' over endometriosis diagnosis

Highland MSP warns Caithness women could be 'left behind' over endometriosis diagnosis

23 September 2021

Highlands and Islands Labour MSP Rhoda Grant says she fears women in Caithness could be "left behind" over the diagnosis of endometriosis.


North MSP secures cross-party support for debate on the ambulance crisis

North MSP secures cross-party support for debate on the ambulance crisis

North MSP secures cross-party support for debate on the ambulance crisis

23 September 2021

Jamie Halcro Johnston says 'I hope it will leave Humza Yousaf in no doubt of the growing anger that many are feeling'


Highland Youth Parliament pushes ahead with mental health improvements

Highland Youth Parliament pushes ahead with mental health improvements

Highland Youth Parliament pushes ahead with mental health improvements

23 September 2021

Members of the Highland Youth Parliament (HYP) are working on plans to improve mental health support following their annual conference.


Wick High School begins LGBT Charter

Wick High School begins LGBT Charter

Wick High School begins LGBT Charter

23 September 2021

Wick High has taken a progressive step towards LGBTQIA+ awareness and inclusion by starting its LGBT Youth Scotland School Charter Award.


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