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Knife charge dropped but jury convicts man of nightclub incident

Knife charge dropped but jury convicts man of nightclub incident

A JURY has found a Thurso man guilty of threatening and abusive behaviour towards a woman at a nightclub in the town.


Far north couple face drugs supply charge

Far north couple face drugs supply charge

A CAITHNESS couple have been charged with concerned in the supply of drugs including amphetamine, cannabis and cocaine.


Alan becomes advanced driver

Alan becomes advanced driver

Alan Duffus (centre) has become a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, having passed his advanced driving test. Alan, of Seaforth Avenue, Wick,…


Caitlin secures Scotland call-up

Caitlin secures Scotland call-up

It is the latest honour for Dounreay apprentice Caitlin Harvey who earlier this year was involved in training sessions with the national under-18 sevens…


East End enjoy trophy presentation

East End enjoy trophy presentation

Youngsters, coaches and officials of Wick’s East End Boys Club gathered for the annual presentation evening. The age group winners are seen here…


Concerns over storm damage to seafront wall

Concerns over storm damage to seafront wall

CONCERNS have been raised that a defence wall at Thurso seafront may be breached if hit by another big storm.


Man denies manhandling women at Thurso nightclub

Man denies manhandling women at Thurso nightclub

A MAN has gone on trial after it was alleged he manhandled two women at a Thurso nightclub.


Pubs asked to help Scottish tourism drive

Pubs asked to help Scottish tourism drive

PUBS in Caithness are being encouraged to tell the story of their history as part of a new Scottish tourism campaign.


Weather closing in for Le Jog

Weather closing in for Le Jog

SEVERE winter weather conditions are expected to hit what is considered the toughest classic car rally in Europe.


Highland delivery charge summit

Highland delivery charge summit

A SUMMIT on delivery charges has been welcomed by local MP John Thurso who is concerned about the issue and has been following it closely.


Golden milestone for Wick OAP treat

Golden milestone for Wick OAP treat

THE Wick Senior Citizens Treat will be celebrating its 50th anniversary next month.


Boost for community post offices

Boost for community post offices

LOCAL post offices should benefit from a £640 million investment by the UK Government.


MP welcomes fuel duty freeze

MP welcomes fuel duty freeze

FAR north MP John Thurso has welcomed measures announced in this week’s Autumn Statement.


Crown Estate chiefs at Gills

Crown Estate chiefs at Gills

A HIGH-powered team from the Crown Estate has visited Gills Harbour and met with directors of the community-owned port.


Coffee morning fundraiser for Caithness Heart Support Group

Coffee morning fundraiser for Caithness Heart Support Group

TABLE napkins might be a minor consideration in your Christmas Day dinner plans... but if you want to give them a new twist, then come along to the Christmas…


Haute couture comes to Thurso

Haute couture comes to Thurso

A FASHION designer is urging people to turn out to see what she has to offer when she visits the county.


Ex-councillor pleads guilty to election expenses fraud

Ex-councillor pleads guilty to election expenses fraud

A FORMER Caithness councillor who resigned in disgrace following allegations of electoral fraud spoke today of his “real contrition and remorse”.


Defeat leaves Academy challenge looking bleak

Defeat leaves Academy challenge looking bleak

His team has taken only one point from their last three games and are four points behind pacesetters Brora Rangers and Formartine United.


Givign thanks is a great thing to do

Givign thanks is a great thing to do

In colonial days, there were periodic thanksgivings – religious services to thank God for his blessings. Modern Thanksgiving celebrations conflate…


Michael takes singles and doubles titles

Michael takes singles and doubles titles

CAITHNESS Badminton Association held its first under-11 county championships in Wick on Sunday when 20 boys and 12 girls played singles and doubles.


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