NEWS

Point gained was the least we deserved, says Scorries boss

Jack Henry's late show earns Academy a 1-1 draw at Deveronvale

Fishing industry needs to move on from 'hated' CFP, says Conservative candidate

Tory hopeful Andrew Sinclair has said that leaving the "hated" Common Fisheries Policy will open up new jobs and opportunities for the industry.

Dunnet drop-in day to give update on forest plans

A drop-in day is being held in Dunnet on Saturday, December 7, to update the public on plans to buy the forest for the community.

Study foresees 400,000 electric vehicles in northern half of Scotland by 2032

There could be around 400,000 electric vehicles in the northern half of Scotland by 2032, according to Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks.

Canisbay's historic church gets a facelift

Canisbay's historic church is looking pristine again after the completion of painting and restoration work at the grade A listed building.

Cyclists get chance to complete North Coast 500 with top endurance athlete

Cycling enthusiasts are being challenged to complete the North Coast 500 alongside celebrated endurance athlete Mark Beaumont.

Revisit the past in latest book of Caithness photos

This year’s edition of the Caithness photo book from North of Scotland Newspapers features a wide range of images covering many aspects of local life.

Tourism has to be managed sustainably, Highland conference is told

Encouraging visitors to travel off the well-trodden path and to visit outwith the standard season was the theme of the Highland Tourism Conference.

Thurso cousins raise £11,000 in sponsored walk for Macmillan

Two cousins from Thurso have raised £11,159 by completing their own sponsored walk after an official charity trek had to be called off.

Christmas creativity at Lybster glass open day

Around 200 children and adults attended a day of activities at North Lands Creative in Lybster.

Local casework has shown what the real issues are in this constituency

ELECTION PROFILE: Jamie Stone, Liberal Democrat candidate for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

John O'Groats parking charges raised more than £21,000 in first three months

Parking charges for visitors to John O'Groats raised over £21,000 within the first three months of being introduced.

Trawler tragedy commemoration 60 years on

The George Robb trawler tragedy that occurred off the Caithness coast 60 years ago is to be commemorated at a special memorial service next week.

Pre-season blues coming back to haunt Scorries

First half of Wick Academy's Highland League campaign is mirroring that of two years ago

Halkirk on cloud nine at start of cup campaign

Rampant Halkirk United were on cloud nine as they got their Football Times Cup campaign off to a flying start.

Reid ready to blood young Vikings

Thurso boss Stevie Reid insists youngsters will continue to be given a chance in the cup competitions despite last weekend's home loss to Golspie.

Greens finally put losing streak to bed

Caithness finally savoured the sweet smell of success as they ended their barren streak with victory against Perthshire at Millbank.

Rural economy is all about place, people and passion

LAST week saw hundreds of people from all around the Highlands and Islands gather in Inverness for the inaugural edition of The SHIREs.

End of an era in Wick with closure of McDonald Photographers

For well over half a century McDonald Photographers captured local life on camera, but now the family firm is closing its doors for the last time.

Home victory for Pulteney indoor bowlers

Pulteney Indoor Bowling Club held its first open of the season at Wick Youth Club, with victory going to John and Maria Malcolm with skip Graham Bain.