NEWS

Donation from Sir Alex Ferguson ‘made a big difference’ to Benburb

Sir Alex Ferguson was hailed as “a legend who has got a big heart” after Benburb overcame Wick Academy to reach the third round of the Scottish Cup.

‘Unusual fish’ with ‘mouthful of teeth’ discovered near Caithness beach

An unusual marine discovery has sparked curiosity near Dunnet Beach.

Scottish Cup exit on penalties a ‘massive missed opportunity’ for Wick Academy

Gary Manson was left to reflect on a “massive missed opportunity” as Wick Academy were again knocked out of the Scottish Cup in a penalty shootout.

Highland school abuse and violence rockets 500% in five years sparking bid for protections for teachers

But officials worry about pupils ‘marginalised as a result of their behaviour’ amid demand for council to recognise ‘serious problem’.

‘If you put your mind to something, you really can achieve whatever you set out to achieve’ - female duo accomplish special goal

From Land’s End to John O’Groats, two friends pedal over 1000 miles for charity - Àban Outdoor.

Coghill duo lead the way as Caithness Car Club closes sprint season at Golspie

Caithness Car Club hosted the final two rounds of the 2025 Scottish Sprint Championship at Golspie

Caithness badminton team tops handed over as part of sponsorship deal

Caithness Badminton Association has been presented with new kit T-shirts as part of a sponsorship deal with local business CS Drilling Services.

Council says it’s only a ‘consultee’ and urges public not to swamp it with objections over Spittal-Beauly mega power line plan

Highland Council released a statement to highlight its role as a ‘consultee’ in the controversial Spittal to Beauly power line proposal.

Canisbay medical matter, ‘disillusioned’ councillors and a poignant trip for ‘Jervis Bay’ relatives

LOOKING BACK: From the archives of the Caithness Courier and John O’Groat Journal

‘Alarmist fussing’ over Mey BESS, increased traffic on Forss road and coffee morning thanks

YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier share their views

‘Courage, camaraderie and community spirit’ powers North Coast 500 cycle challenge

An intense cycling challenge along the North Coast 500 route has produced a major fundraising milestone for an organisation.

Deadline nearing for residents to take part in housing need and demand study

Highland Council is calling on householders who have not already completed the Housing Need and Demand survey to take part now.

Town twinning blossoms between Thurso and German counterparts in Brilon

Representatives from Thurso’s Town Twinning Committee visited Brilon to celebrate an anniversary.

‘She deserves to get her rest’ – Thurso dance stalwart makes final bow

Mina Mackay's retirement wish was to splash the cash remaining in her Highland dance school in Thurso on local good causes.

Caithness badminton players make new friendships at Northern Gathering

Caithness Badminton Association attended the Northern Gathering, the first tournament of its kind, which involved 10 teams from all over Scotland.

Schilthorn’s revolving restaurant is a far cry from Ptarmigan’s locked doors on Cairn Gorm

ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: John Davidson argues for a more relaxed approach to mountain access for Cairngorm funicular users as a new trial begins

It was a privilege to grow up in Caithness, writer Colin MacDonald tells book festival audience

Colin MacDonald told an audience in Wick this week about his enduring love for Caithness, saying: “It is never from my mind and always in my heart.”

Rustie Lee bringing Caribbean culinary expertise to Taste North 2025

TV personality Rustie Lee is to be the headline chef at Taste North 2025, the far north’s annual celebration of food and drink held in Wick.

New Highland cross-party working group set to tackle the region’s adult care crisis

A new cross-party working group will seek to tackle the growing crisis in adult social care provision in the Highlands.

December D-Day looming for Highland Council’s controversial visitor levy

The ‘update’ comes amid mounting pressure from critics who say now is the right time to pause the scheme.