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Donald and Davidson hit 14-dart pairs game as Wick league resumes

Donald and Davidson hit 14-dart pairs game as Wick league resumes

The first action of 2020 in Wick and District Darts League saw Park and Smiddy “4” whitewashed by Seaview and the Norseman respectively.


Councillors approve three per cent rise for Highland Council rents

Councillors approve three per cent rise for Highland Council rents

Members of Highland Council's housing and property committee have approved a three per cent rise for council house rents this year.


Songwriter Keith looks back on life in Wick as he launches first solo album

Songwriter Keith looks back on life in Wick as he launches first solo album

Singer and guitarist Keith Matheson, originally from Wick, has brought together some of the best musical talent in Scotland for his debut solo album.


Gordon Campbell, 'the Caithness Capercaillie', dies aged 82

Gordon Campbell, 'the Caithness Capercaillie', dies aged 82

Gordon Campbell, the maverick independent candidate who livened up a series of election campaigns in the far north, has died at the age of 82.


New health boss has to get to grips with bullying cases and financial problems, says MSP

New health boss has to get to grips with bullying cases and financial problems, says MSP

The new Highland health boss has to get to grips with the bullying cases and deal with a difficult financial situation, according to a north MSP.


Serving up a treat for Wick senior citizens

Serving up a treat for Wick senior citizens

Old friends met up and new ones were made at the annual senior citizens' treat in Wick Assembly Rooms.


Classic cars head out from John O'Groats on Monte Carlo Heritage run

Classic cars head out from John O'Groats on Monte Carlo Heritage run

Classic cars from years gone by made a fine sight as they headed out of Caithness this week as part of the 2020 Monte Carlo Heritage Rally.


Police drones brought in on Stefan case

Police drones brought in on Stefan case

Police Scotland used air support in the form of drones at the weekend to comb the coastline at Occumster for any clues in the Stefan Sutherland case.


Up to 40 new jobs to be created at Ashley Ann in Wick after £2m investment

Up to 40 new jobs to be created at Ashley Ann in Wick after £2m investment

Up to 40 new jobs are set to be created by Ashley Ann Ltd over the next five years following an investment of more than £2 million in its Wick base.


Vehicle restrictions at Highland Council household waste recycling centres

Vehicle restrictions at Highland Council household waste recycling centres

Vehicle restrictions are to be put in place next week at Highland Council's household waste recycling centres, including those in Wick and Thurso.


New Highland health boss has 'a mountain to climb', says Fernie

New Highland health boss has 'a mountain to climb', says Fernie

The new chief executive of NHS Highland will have "a mountain to climb", according to Bill Fernie, chairman of Caithness Health Action Team.


Natalie goes medieval vegan with tasty dish

Natalie goes medieval vegan with tasty dish

Model and Highland Peta representative Natalie Oag cooked up a medieval vegan recipe at Whaligoe Steps Café and Restaurant to promote Veganuary.


Wick community representatives condemn selfish drivers

Wick community representatives condemn selfish drivers

The issue of motorists misusing the area around Wick's Market Square to park in and drive through has again been highlighted.


Highland MSP Maree Todd concerned over numbers turning to Scottish Welfare Fund

Highland MSP Maree Todd concerned over numbers turning to Scottish Welfare Fund

North MSP Maree Todd has highlighted figures showing that the Scottish Welfare Fund made 1140 payments in the Highlands in the last financial quarter.


Stone urges SNP to respect the Claim of Right and 'get on with the day job'

Stone urges SNP to respect the Claim of Right and 'get on with the day job'

Far north MP Jamie Stone has warned SNP chiefs to be "careful for what they wish for" in their bid to stage a second referendum on independence.


Caithness dancers delighted with assessment success

Caithness dancers delighted with assessment success

Local ballroom enthusiasts have danced their way to success at an event in Lossiemouth.


McKenna relieved as Scorries hold off Lossie siege to snatch victory

McKenna relieved as Scorries hold off Lossie siege to snatch victory

Stoic rearguard action proves to be pivotal as Wick Academy win 2-0 at Lossiemouth


Public meeting on burial ground issues

Public meeting on burial ground issues

Members of the public are invited to discuss cemeteries and other amenities in east Caithness at a public meeting in Wick on Wednesday.


Burns lunch at Wick care home

Burns lunch at Wick care home

Some of the staff and residents at Pulteney House care home in Wick enjoyed a Burns lunch on Saturday afternoon.


Caithness contingent among 10,000 on 'Freedom March' through Inverness

Caithness contingent among 10,000 on 'Freedom March' through Inverness

Caithness supporters of Scottish independence were among an estimated 10,000 people who took part in a “Freedom March” in Inverness at the weekend.


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