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Caithness MSP welcomes inclusion of Naver Bridge replacement in council's capital programme

Caithness MSP welcomes inclusion of Naver Bridge replacement in council's capital programme

Caithness MSP welcomes inclusion of Naver Bridge replacement in council's capital programme

22 September 2023

The review has allocated £11.5m for the new bridge project.


Guarantee Wick flights for 10 years

Guarantee Wick flights for 10 years

Guarantee Wick flights for 10 years

22 September 2023

A prominent Scottish business leader has called for passenger services from Wick airport to be guaranteed for at least 10 years.


Pylon scheme concerns raised at Dunbeath: 'It is time for communities to say enough'

Pylon scheme concerns raised at Dunbeath: 'It is time for communities to say enough'

Pylon scheme concerns raised at Dunbeath: 'It is time for communities to say enough'

22 September 2023

No part of the Highlands will be safe from industrialisation if massive new power lines go ahead, people in south-east Caithness have been told.


Caithness protest group heartened by public response over 'mega' pylons

Caithness protest group heartened by public response over 'mega' pylons

Caithness protest group heartened by public response over 'mega' pylons

21 September 2023

“Mega” pylons passing through south-east Caithness would be almost three times as tall as the area's most prominent building, Dunbeath Castle.


27 Highland schools could avoid closure during next week's three-day strike

27 Highland schools could avoid closure during next week's three-day strike

27 Highland schools could avoid closure during next week's three-day strike

21 September 2023

As many as 27 Highland schools could remain open during next week’s strike action by non-teaching staff.


Greens at lowest point in their history after latest hefty defeat

Greens at lowest point in their history after latest hefty defeat

Greens at lowest point in their history after latest hefty defeat

21 September 2023

Saturday's 57-8 hiding at the hands of Ellon leaves Caithness pointless, second from bottom in the north conference of Caley League Division One.


Coach calls for Wick U18s to be more ruthless after Clach defeat

Coach calls for Wick U18s to be more ruthless after Clach defeat

Coach calls for Wick U18s to be more ruthless after Clach defeat

21 September 2023

Coach Derek Shearer is urging Wick Academy under-18s to show a more ruthless streak following their 5-3 defeat to Clachnacuddin at Bught Park.


Chalmers lands memorial trophy while Bracey emerges as club champion

Chalmers lands memorial trophy while Bracey emerges as club champion

Chalmers lands memorial trophy while Bracey emerges as club champion

21 September 2023

Dounreay Fly Fishing Association members completed their 2023 competitions at the weekend with the annual foray to Loch Caluim.


Davidson takes charge of Vikings as Fort visit Dammies

Davidson takes charge of Vikings as Fort visit Dammies

Davidson takes charge of Vikings as Fort visit Dammies

21 September 2023

Scott Davidson will be in charge of Thurso as they take on Fort William at the Dammies, with the Vikings looking to get off the bottom of the table.


Driving ban only option for 105mph speedster at Bilbster

Driving ban only option for 105mph speedster at Bilbster

Driving ban only option for 105mph speedster at Bilbster

21 September 2023

A driver was clocked by police in Caithness at 105mph – described by a sheriff as "a grossly excessive" speed.


Dog dies after being left alone for three days in Thurso house

Dog dies after being left alone for three days in Thurso house

Dog dies after being left alone for three days in Thurso house

21 September 2023

A Thurso woman has admitted leaving her dog alone without food and water for three days.


Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

21 September 2023

It was revealed last night that some north schools will close for three days next week.


Scrabster woman appeared 'relieved' when £25k fraud discovered

Scrabster woman appeared 'relieved' when £25k fraud discovered

Scrabster woman appeared 'relieved' when £25k fraud discovered

21 September 2023

A Scrabster woman embezzled more than £25,000 from the local community association she chaired.


Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

Community rallies round to give Portskerra shopkeeper a well-deserved send-off

21 September 2023

A north coast shopkeeper who served the community his whole life has been given a well-deserved send-off after his retirement earlier this year.


ScotRail passengers face delays on north Highland lines

ScotRail passengers face delays on north Highland lines

ScotRail passengers face delays on north Highland lines

21 September 2023

Passengers travelling by train on north Highland routes will be hit delays this morning with heavy rain forecast across the north-west of Scotland.


Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

Schools across Highlands to be closed for THREE days next week for strike action

20 September 2023

Parents have been told that schools will be closed to pupils for three days next week as non-teaching staff take strike action over pay.


CC Chocolatier and North Point Distillery win awards at Caithness Chamber of Commerce dinner

CC Chocolatier and North Point Distillery win awards at Caithness Chamber of Commerce dinner

CC Chocolatier and North Point Distillery win awards at Caithness Chamber of Commerce dinner

20 September 2023

Two businesses were recognised for their contribution to the north Highlands at the Caithness Chamber of Commerce’s 49th annual dinner.


University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) staff back strike action over cuts plan

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) staff back strike action over cuts plan

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) staff back strike action over cuts plan

20 September 2023

UHI staff have overwhelmingly backed industrial action in a row over £4 million of cuts and job losses planned at the institution.


Balmore campaigners claim 'no thought' given to geographical location

Balmore campaigners claim 'no thought' given to geographical location

Balmore campaigners claim 'no thought' given to geographical location

20 September 2023

Campaigners calling for a rethink of the Balmore closure plan have claimed "no thought" was given to the geographical location of the animal centre.


Excellent run for Reay team in Northern Counties Championship

Excellent run for Reay team in Northern Counties Championship

Excellent run for Reay team in Northern Counties Championship

20 September 2023

A team from Reay comprising Tom Ross, Gregor Munro, Brent Munro and Michael Smith competed in the prestigious Northern Counties Championship.


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