Transport

An incident that forced the closure of the Kessock Bridge for two hours last night was safely resolved.

Police and fire crews attended a two-vehicle crash on the B876 road at Hastigrow this morning – one of the vehicles had caught alight.

Jamie Halcro Johnston says “it’s years off schedule. If it will ever be completed'

ScotRail is adding extra services to its timetable tomorrow, which had been disrupted due to the latest round of RMT Network Rail strikes.

Scottish Water is carrying out urgent repairs to a burst water main in Caithness.

Police Scotland issued a bulletin this morning stating that the A99 road from Wick to Thurso is now open after a serious crash earlier in the day.

ScotRail is reminding customers to expect significant disruption during this week's strike action by RMT members of Network Rail.

The accident happened on New Year's Day and resulted in three people being taken to hospital for treatment.

A Met Office weather warning for ice has come into force across the whole of Caithness – amid warnings to travellers of treacherous conditions.

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The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning for strong winds and icy roads with possible snow for New Year's Eve in Caithness tomorrow.

Wick could become a northern hub for flights in the Highlands and Islands if a plan for a new airline gets off the ground.

TRAIN commuters across the Highlands are being warned to check on their travel plans as strike action will be affecting services next week.

The rail firm was forced to shell out after passengers were left stranded when services were cancelled.

WATCH VIDEO AND SEE PICTURES. A huge convoy of tractors decorated with Xmas lights made its way through Watten last night on the way to Thurso.

Police are using a new app which helps them establish if a bicycle has been lost or stolen.

Police Scotland has a new tool at its disposal to assist in investigating bike thefts and returning lost and stolen cycles to their rightful owners.

Motorists are being advised to be cautious when driving the county's roads after the recent snowfall.

The owner of a Wick-based bus company spoke about his delight at winning new contracts but says he remains humble after hitting rock bottom last year.

A FURTHER yellow warning has been issued by the Met Office after it forecast further snow in the Highlands.