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Sewers learn skills at workshops

Sewers learn skills at workshops

Sewers learn skills at workshops

29 April 2024

Craft from the Croft Caithness, has been running workshops for beginners and lapsed sewers with the aim of getting people into sewing.


Natalie’s liberty display at Lyth delights all

Natalie’s liberty display at Lyth delights all

Natalie’s liberty display at Lyth delights all

29 April 2024

Lyth model and horse trainer Natalie Oag delighted children and disabled adults with a special liberty display at the weekend.


‘Failures and unfulfilled promises’: Highland opposition MSPs react to Humza Yousaf resignation

‘Failures and unfulfilled promises’: Highland opposition MSPs react to Humza Yousaf resignation

‘Failures and unfulfilled promises’: Highland opposition MSPs react to Humza Yousaf resignation

29 April 2024

While colleagues rallied after Humza Yousaf’s resignation, opposition politicians have been quick to recount what they see as his failures in office.


Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024

Plans for a new mode of transport in the Highlands have taken another step forward.


SNP MSPs pay tribute to Humza Yousaf’s ‘dignified and emotional’ resignation as First Minister

SNP MSPs pay tribute to Humza Yousaf’s ‘dignified and emotional’ resignation as First Minister

SNP MSPs pay tribute to Humza Yousaf’s ‘dignified and emotional’ resignation as First Minister

29 April 2024

Far north MSP Maree Todd ‘saddened’ by events as Kate Forbes is described elsewhere as ‘the best person who can lead Scotland’.


Humza in the Highlands: a year of the First Minister courting north voters

Humza in the Highlands: a year of the First Minister courting north voters

Humza in the Highlands: a year of the First Minister courting north voters

29 April 2024

The former First Minister’s frequent visits to the north after a period when the Highlands did not feature in national politics


Humza Yousaf resigns as First Minister after 13 months

Humza Yousaf resigns as First Minister after 13 months

Humza Yousaf resigns as First Minister after 13 months

29 April 2024

Mr Yousaf was facing two motions of no confidence and the likelihood of being forced from office if he chose to stay.


Humza Yousaf reportedly set to resign as Highland MSPs take centre stage

Humza Yousaf reportedly set to resign as Highland MSPs take centre stage

Humza Yousaf reportedly set to resign as Highland MSPs take centre stage

29 April 2024

Kate Forbes is a favourite to succeed him after Douglas Ross demanded he step down.


PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

28 April 2024

Miller Academy Primary was an extra busy school on two recent Wednesdays, due to 60 family members volunteering to read to the children.


Jamie Stone calls for youth space fair in Thurso to highlight career opportunities

Jamie Stone calls for youth space fair in Thurso to highlight career opportunities

Jamie Stone calls for youth space fair in Thurso to highlight career opportunities

28 April 2024

A space industry convention for young people should be funded by the UK government and held in the far north, Jamie Stone said.


Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

28 April 2024

Members of the public can have their say on a 20-year vision for improved transport in the Highlands and Islands.


Just 2% of Highland homes benefit from heating scheme, says MP Jamie Stone

Just 2% of Highland homes benefit from heating scheme, says MP Jamie Stone

Just 2% of Highland homes benefit from heating scheme, says MP Jamie Stone

28 April 2024

A fuel poverty scheme introduced nine years ago has helped just over two per cent of households across the Highlands, according to MP Jamie Stone.


Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

28 April 2024

Making Space for Nature by Eilidh-Ann Philips


Thurso group marks 140 years of the Boys’ Brigade with baton handover

Thurso group marks 140 years of the Boys’ Brigade with baton handover

Thurso group marks 140 years of the Boys’ Brigade with baton handover

28 April 2024

A painting to mark the 140th anniversary of the Boys’ Brigade has been unveiled at Thurso railway station as part of the organisation’s celebrations.


Roads firm BEAR Scotland drives life-saving blood bikes charity onwards with cash donation

Roads firm BEAR Scotland drives life-saving blood bikes charity onwards with cash donation

Roads firm BEAR Scotland drives life-saving blood bikes charity onwards with cash donation

28 April 2024

A lifesaving charity that transports vital medical supplies across the Highlands and Islands free of charge for the NHS has received a funding boost.


Wick hotel raises funds for Scotland’s air ambulance charity

Wick hotel raises funds for Scotland’s air ambulance charity

Wick hotel raises funds for Scotland’s air ambulance charity

28 April 2024

The Nethercliffe Hotel held a series of fundraising events over March for Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance.


Caithness Krakens celebrate National Plate triumph

Caithness Krakens celebrate National Plate triumph

Caithness Krakens celebrate National Plate triumph

28 April 2024

The Caithness women’s rugby team have secured the National Plate, coming from behind to beat Uddingston Selkies 47-27 at Murrayfield Hive.


Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

27 April 2024

A Highland art project is among various works featured in an exhibition in Venice dedicated to Palestinians.


New leader for rescue team that covers Caithness

New leader for rescue team that covers Caithness

New leader for rescue team that covers Caithness

27 April 2024

A mountain rescue team that covers Caithness and Sutherland has appointed a new leader.


YOUR VIEWS: Overrun with wind farm applications, a padlocked cemetery and flower power help needed

YOUR VIEWS: Overrun with wind farm applications, a padlocked cemetery and flower power help needed

YOUR VIEWS: Overrun with wind farm applications, a padlocked cemetery and flower power help needed

27 April 2024

Readers have their say on issues affecting Caithness and further afield


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