NEWS

Highland residents could lose out in major benefits shake-up

MORE than 3000 people who receive disability benefits in the Highlands could see their payments scrapped because of a major overhaul of the welfare system.

Wick lifeboat goes to aid of creel vessel ‘Spindrift’

WICK lifeboat was called out on Saturday morning to help a creel boat which had run into difficulties.

Mild November weather brings Wick Airport passenger boost

WICK Airport has continued to see the number of passengers passing through its doors rise when compared to figures from 12 months ago.

Classroom assistants decision due in February

UNDER-threat classroom assistants in the Highlands will find out in February if their jobs are to be saved, it has emerged. A Highland Council working…

Dounreay Site Licence Company highlights work available for smaller businesses

DOUNREAY site closure contractor DSRL is working with the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority to help more small and medium-size companies access the clean-up…

Awards success for Thurso’s Environmental Research Institute

THE Environmental Research Institute in Thurso has been recognised for its contribution to the renewables industry.

Caithness companies raise their profile at central-belt trade mission

LOCAL companies Mowat Technical Design Services and the Environmental Research Institute joined Energy North – the leading representative body for the…

Academy salvage point after throwing away two goal lead

TWO goals in the first six minutes was the dream start for Wick Academy against Buckie Thistle. But the visitors needed a late equaliser from Michael…

Academy salvage point after throwing away two goal lead

TWO goals in the first six minutes was the dream start for Wick Academy against Buckie Thistle. But the visitors needed a late equaliser from Michael…

Telehealth helps Caithness patients deal with substance abuse

PATIENTS accessing specialist substance misuse services in the Far North will now have improved access to services and support to specialist teams based…

Buckie Thistle v Wick Academy is on

The match between Buckie Thistle and Wick Academy is scheduled to go ahead as the only fixture in the Highland League to be played this afternoon.

Caithness public urged to lend a hand this winter

THE arrival of wintry weather conditions has prompted the Highland Council to remind people to look out for those in the community who might need a little…

Unbeaten North College students gain promotion

A GOLF team made up of students from North Highland College has come top of the Scottish Student Sports/BUCS winter league following an away win against…

85ft tree crashes into Watten man’s garden

A WATTEN resident has spoken of his shock at hearing an 85ft tree crash into his garden during last night’s severe gales. Gordon MacFarlane, of Thor’s…

Fans and friends pay tribute to Caithness musician John ‘Fats’ Sutherland

TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of a much-respected local musician. John Sutherland, who came from Thurso but was based at Dunnet Head, had…

£100,000 for a rare single malt

FIVE years ago, had someone asked me if a bottle of whisky would ever sell for £100,000, after I’d stopped laughing I’d not only have said they were barking…

Accident fears over Thurso speed bumps

STREETS in Thurso have become congested as motorists try to avoid driving over speed bumps.

Buckie ‘there for the taking’ says Kirkwood

HEADING to Moray to take on the Highland League champions for the past two seasons, Davie Kirkwood wants his side to attack from the kick-off. Weather…

Bye lets Halkirk ‘1’ move clear at the top

WITH Halkirk “2” having a bye this week, Halkirk “1” had the perfect opportunity to move two points clear at the top of the Thurso and District Pool League.…