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Gibson tackles Berriedale Braes ‘deadlock’

A PARTNERSHIP approach is needed to deliver long-awaited improvements to the Berriedale Braes, according to a North MSP. Rob Gibson has called on the…

A compelling symbol of sacrifice and hope

THIS year marks the 90th anniversary of the Scottish Poppy Appeal. The men of the First World War would be surprised, if gratified, to know that all these…

Action call to strengthen German link with Caithness

FORTY years ago two Scout leaders – one from Caithness and one from a small town in northern Germany – met at a conference in London. The meeting between…

Awards pile up for Caithness cycling champ

A CAITHNESS world cycling champion’s season of success has seen him short listed for four different sports awards, Team GB cyclist and Olympic hopeful…

Banks on sparkling form for medal win

THE second winter medal was held at Wick Golf Club last Sunday with 40 members entering the competition.

Caithness artists’ works make for a capital display

THE work of artists from Caithness is currently on display at the prestigious Axolotl Gallery in Edinburgh...

Cowe produces the fireworks at Thurso

THE first round of Thurso Golf Club’s winter eclectic competition was played on Saturday, October 29. Walter Rutherford returned the best round of…

Double anniversary for Caithness Samaritans

THE Caithness branch of Samaritans celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of its founder, Chad Varah, tomorrow.

Doubles win clinches victory

COLIN Banks’s Crown “1” side travelled to Lybster to face Bayview “1” in an important match for both teams in the Wick and District Pool League.

Emin’s clarty bed showed little skill

BEAUTY is in the eye of the beholder and when it comes to art opinions are frequently divided – particularly nowadays when there appears to be little…

Fourth man jailed after major Murkle drugs bust

A SUCCESSFUL major drugs bust in Caithness is serving as a warning to organised crime gangs in Scotland.

Fresh closure fears for Thurso vet lab

RENEWED fears about the future of the vet lab near Thurso have been raised with one local farmer claiming any decision to close the unit would be “a disaster”. Robert…

Greens allow early promise to wither

CAITHNESS 7 - 26 MACKIE ACADEMY FPS A PERVASIVE depression hung heavy among the Millbank faithful in the final half-hour of Saturday’s tussle as…

Halkirk Goal hero bags a brace

HALKIRK UNITED 3 - 1 MUIR OF ORD ROVERS THE Anglers’ fifth North Caley League win on the spin has put their title defence into overdrive.

Highland crafts set for a Wick showcase this winter

THREE Highland craft makers will exhibit their work at the St Fergus Gallery in Wick later this month...

Kirkwood challenges Wick Academy players to move up the league

“WE’RE in a false position but we are in this position and the only people who can do anything about it are the players.” Those are the words of Wick…