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Bard's book adds to stories of Stroma life

Bard's book adds to stories of Stroma life

Bard's book adds to stories of Stroma life

09 August 2019

A handwritten book by the “Bard of Stroma” captured the imagination of those attending a presentation on the history of the island and its people.


Improved connections for Gills ferry to be introduced by Stagecoach

Improved connections for Gills ferry to be introduced by Stagecoach

Improved connections for Gills ferry to be introduced by Stagecoach

09 August 2019

A new bus timetable should improve connections for passengers wanting to catch the ferry at Gills.


Planned housing development site at Castletown up for sale

Planned housing development site at Castletown up for sale

Planned housing development site at Castletown up for sale

09 August 2019

The site of a planned housing development on the outskirts of Castletown has been put up for sale, it has emerged.


Thurso flooding 'worst in half a century'

Thurso flooding 'worst in half a century'

Thurso flooding 'worst in half a century'

09 August 2019

A businesswoman described the flooding that affected parts of Thurso this week as the worst she had seen in almost 50 years.


End of the road for Benny after 50 years on the buses

End of the road for Benny after 50 years on the buses

End of the road for Benny after 50 years on the buses

08 August 2019

Benny Geddes (76), from Castletown, retires officially on Friday after working as a bus driver for half a century.


Fun for all the family at Bettyhill's sunshine gala

Fun for all the family at Bettyhill's sunshine gala

Fun for all the family at Bettyhill's sunshine gala

08 August 2019

The ridge of high pressure which drifted across the north last weekend arrived in the nick of time for Bettyhill Gala, bathing the event in sunshine.


Cyclists complete 208-mile challenge in memory of Rachel

Cyclists complete 208-mile challenge in memory of Rachel

Cyclists complete 208-mile challenge in memory of Rachel

08 August 2019

Four friends from Moray have succeeded in their challenge to cycle 208 miles from John O'Groats to Hopeman in a single day in memory of a pal.


Young photographers in the frame with expert tips

Young photographers in the frame with expert tips

Young photographers in the frame with expert tips

08 August 2019

Four young photographers got expert tuition from Angus Mackay during a summer school run by Latheron, Lybster and Clyth Community Development Company.


Brandon plays by royal command

Brandon plays by royal command

Brandon plays by royal command

08 August 2019

Castletown musician Brandon McPhee recently played for Prince Charles and is currently riding high in a country music chart.


'Titanic' triumph for Strictly pair Morven and Mark

'Titanic' triumph for Strictly pair Morven and Mark

'Titanic' triumph for Strictly pair Morven and Mark

08 August 2019

A perfect 10 marked a "Titanic" success for dancers Morven Coghill and Mark McCoustra at Wick Gala Week's Strictly Come Dancing.


Thrumster Country Fair this Saturday

Thrumster Country Fair this Saturday

Thrumster Country Fair this Saturday

07 August 2019

Thrumster Game and Countryside Fair takes place on Saturday and organisers hope to build on last year's success.


Car blaze drama in centre of Wick

Car blaze drama in centre of Wick

Car blaze drama in centre of Wick

07 August 2019

The town centre of Wick was brought to a standstill as a car ignited. The dramatic scene was captured in a series of exclusive photographs.


Young people set for Flow Country volunteering role

Young people set for Flow Country volunteering role

Young people set for Flow Country volunteering role

07 August 2019

Thirteen young people from the UK and overseas will arrive in the Flow Country next week to take part in a special volunteering experience.


Butterfly release at moving memorial in Wick

Butterfly release at moving memorial in Wick

Butterfly release at moving memorial in Wick

07 August 2019

A moving spectacle in the garden of Wick's Norseman Hotel on Sunday saw the release of colourful butterflies at a special memorial event.


Former Caithness couple honoured for contribution to Golspie community

Former Caithness couple honoured for contribution to Golspie community

Former Caithness couple honoured for contribution to Golspie community

07 August 2019

Former Caithness couple Ghulam and Naseem Sarwar have been honoured for their contribution to the Golspie community.


Abandoned caravan 'bashed to bits' in Causewaymire lay-by

Abandoned caravan 'bashed to bits' in Causewaymire lay-by

Abandoned caravan 'bashed to bits' in Causewaymire lay-by

07 August 2019

A scenic lay-by on the Causewaymire road has been "blighted" by the dumping of an abandoned caravan, according to civic leader Willie Mackay.


Gala Week's fiery finale

Gala Week's fiery finale

Gala Week's fiery finale

07 August 2019

Gala week in Wick came to its traditional end on Saturday night with a bonfire and fireworks display.


Mey Games hits record numbers

Mey Games hits record numbers

Mey Games hits record numbers

07 August 2019

Glorious sunshine was the order of the day on Saturday as record numbers of people attended the Mey Highland Games.


Wick memory lane photo exhibition raises over £2800

Wick memory lane photo exhibition raises over £2800

Wick memory lane photo exhibition raises over £2800

06 August 2019

Janet McDonald was thrilled with the response to her one-day exhibition of photographs of Wick life spanning more than half a century.


Caithness cadets' successful summer camp

Caithness cadets' successful summer camp

Caithness cadets' successful summer camp

06 August 2019

Army cadets from Caithness and Sutherland have returned from a successful two weeks of cadet training.


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