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Tough times for Caithness deaf charity

Tough times for Caithness deaf charity

A CAITHNESS charity which helps people with hearing problems is facing “worrying times” because of budget cutbacks and reduced staff hours. But Deirdre…


VisitScotland boss Dr Mike Cantley to visit Caithness

VisitScotland boss Dr Mike Cantley to visit Caithness

A TWO-day visit to Caithness by a Scottish tourism boss has been described as “a great opportunity for the area”. Andrew Mackay, who owns the Norseman…


New report could pose threat to Thurso vet lab

New report could pose threat to Thurso vet lab

THE future of the vet lab in Thurso could come under the spotlight again following the publication today of a Scottish Government report.


Thurso’s Mark Reilly wins Inverness flight to Amsterdam

Thurso’s Mark Reilly wins Inverness flight to Amsterdam

A LUCKY Thurso resident has won a pair of return tickets from Inverness to Amsterdam after entering the route launch competition run by the Highland airport…


Dead whale sparks alarm in Wick Bay

Dead whale sparks alarm in Wick Bay

A DEAD whale in Wick Bay sparked an alarm on Sunday morning. Wick RNLI lifeboat Roy Barker II was diverted from an exercise after receiving reports of…


Olympic torch will visit John O’Groats

Olympic torch will visit John O’Groats

THE Olympic torch is coming to Caithness next year, it has been confirmed. The Highland Council revealed today the symbol of peace, unity and friendship…


SNH chairman to host Bettyhill information event

SNH chairman to host Bettyhill information event

RESIDENTS in and around Bettyhill are being invited by Scottish Natural Heritage to an evening reception at Bettyhill village hall on Tuesday night from…


Wick vet set to star in BBC series

Wick vet set to star in BBC series

A WICK-based vet is set to star in an eight-part series which follows the work of vets in the Highlands and Islands.


Lottery cash grants to Caithness sports clubs welcomed

Lottery cash grants to Caithness sports clubs welcomed

TWO Caithness sports clubs have been awarded £4000 from the National Lottery. Caithness Disability Multi-Sport and Lybster Junior Football Club each received…


Deadline approaching for renewable energy payments

Deadline approaching for renewable energy payments

FAR North householders are being encouraged to cash in on a government scheme offering payments towards new renewable energy systems – before it ends…


Rape and abuse charity offers confidential help

Rape and abuse charity offers confidential help

THE Highland-based crisis Rape and Abuse Line has been working recently to raise the profile of the charity. It supports survivors and their families…


Five star Scorries thrash County

Five star Scorries thrash County

Wick Academy took a massive scalp when they thrashed title challengers Nairn County at Harmsworth Park.


Exotic creatures need rehomed, says SSPCA

Exotic creatures need rehomed, says SSPCA

SCOTLAND’S national animal welfare charity is seeking good homes in Caithness for several exotic creatures. The Scottish SPCA has received more than…


Plea to council to support Women’s Aid

Plea to council to support Women’s Aid

LOCAL MSP Rob Gibson has used First Minister’s Questions to call for the Highland Council to match the support the Scottish Government is showing for…


New Wick fashion shop The Dressing Room trading well

New Wick fashion shop The Dressing Room trading well

A NEW women’s fashion boutique has opened in Wick. The Dressing Room is located above J. Gunn & Co in Bridge Street in what was previously Maronique.


Wick boat rescued after losing power at Stroma

Wick boat rescued after losing power at Stroma

A FISHING boat has been rescued after it lost power while working in the Pentland Firth. Wick Lifeboat station received a distress call at 2.50pm…


Funk band James Brown is Annie stage back-to-back Thurso gigs

Funk band James Brown is Annie stage back-to-back Thurso gigs

EDINBURGH-based funk band James Brown is Annie journey to the Far North this weekend to play two consecutive gigs at the Commercial Bar in Thurso.


Council hits recycling target of 40%

Council hits recycling target of 40%

THE Highland Council has achieved a recycling rate of more than 40 per cent for the first time, it has emerged. At the same time, the public is reducing…


Craigie-Winchester

Craigie-Winchester

Dunnet Church was the setting for this couple's wedding...


Creel boat owner airs Scrabster harbour gripe

Creel boat owner airs Scrabster harbour gripe

PORT operators at Scrabster are denying a claim they are giving short shrift to small vessels which use the harbour.


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