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Speed limit plan in over 100 Highland areas, including Caithness, making progress

Speed limit plan in over 100 Highland areas, including Caithness, making progress

Groundwork over 75 per cent complete, says local authority


Caithness and Sutherland nature events – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODES INCLUDED

Caithness and Sutherland nature events – SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODES INCLUDED

High Life Highland rangers have a roster of family-friendly, nature events lined up throughout August. NB: DISCOUNT CODES IN ARTICLE.


SQA outlines support to young people across Highlands ahead of results day

SQA outlines support to young people across Highlands ahead of results day

On results day, SQA will open its helpline at 8am to answer learners’ questions about their certificates.


PICTURES: Sturgeon Moon swim at Trinkie outdoor pool near Wick

PICTURES: Sturgeon Moon swim at Trinkie outdoor pool near Wick

A group of local swimmers braved the elements at Wick's Trinkie pool to witness last night's lunar phenomenon known as a Sturgeon Moon.


Dunnet cottage museum celebrates three decades of operation

Dunnet cottage museum celebrates three decades of operation

Next Wednesday (August 9) Mary-Ann's Cottage in Dunnet will host a celebration day to mark 30 years of the museum opening.


RHODA GRANT: Taking stock after another busy time at parliament

RHODA GRANT: Taking stock after another busy time at parliament

As the summer breaks, I like to reflect on the parliamentary year passed.


MeyGen revenue from electricity sales rose to £3.9 million last year – up £2.3 million from 2021

MeyGen revenue from electricity sales rose to £3.9 million last year – up £2.3 million from 2021

Improved performance result of significant upgrade to two of the turbines


Robbie was a favourite mannie of Thurso shopkeepers

Robbie was a favourite mannie of Thurso shopkeepers

Thurso's Heritage by a Thirsa Loon


Reunion planned for former members of Thurso Boys’ Brigade

Reunion planned for former members of Thurso Boys’ Brigade

A reunion of ex-members of 1st Thurso Company Boys’ Brigade is to be held later this month, including visits to a distillery and a heritage centre.


A dream come true for care home resident as he takes the plunge in Wick pool

A dream come true for care home resident as he takes the plunge in Wick pool

Staff at Wick's Seaview House care home made a dream come true for one of their residents when they helped him to rediscover the joys of swimming.


VIDEO and PICTURES: Queens past and present gather at Pulteney Centre to celebrate Wick's gala

VIDEO and PICTURES: Queens past and present gather at Pulteney Centre to celebrate Wick's gala

Did you miss it? Video and pictures with past and present Wick Gala Queens and one sprightly Herring Queen at PPP event.


Dounreay Fly Fishing Association: Bracey claims KML Trophy after switch to Loch Calder

Dounreay Fly Fishing Association: Bracey claims KML Trophy after switch to Loch Calder

Loch Watten was due to witness the annual Watten evening boat fishing competition, but the presence of blue-green algae led to a change of plan.


Strike threat for Highland school pupils as UNISON ballots members on industrial action

Strike threat for Highland school pupils as UNISON ballots members on industrial action

Highland pupils are facing the threat of possible fresh school closures in September after a union began strike balloting.


Awards handed over at Caithness United's annual presentation evening

Awards handed over at Caithness United's annual presentation evening

Highly successful seasons for Caithness United’s U12, U14 and U16 squads were recognised and celebrated at the club's annual presentation evening.


PICTURES: A final farewell to Wick Gala Week with a colourful display by the river

PICTURES: A final farewell to Wick Gala Week with a colourful display by the river

Wick Gala Week came to its usual fiery and colourful conclusion on Saturday evening and the committe chair talked about how well the event went.


New phone number for health and social care services in Caithness

New phone number for health and social care services in Caithness

Members of the public in Caithness will be able to access all community-based health and social care services using a single dedicated phone number.


Ex-Scotland boss praises Thurso Football Academy after kids' coaching event

Ex-Scotland boss praises Thurso Football Academy after kids' coaching event

Former Scotland manager Alex McLeish praised the work of Thurso Football Academy when he attended a children's coaching event followed by a dinner.


'Super results' well deserved for Caithness riders at Kirriemuir competition

'Super results' well deserved for Caithness riders at Kirriemuir competition

Eight local riders and nine ponies travelled to Auchlishie Eventing with coach Frances Sutherland to compete in showjumping, dressage and eventing.


Recycling collections set to resume at overflowing bottle banks

Recycling collections set to resume at overflowing bottle banks

Overflowing bottle banks in Caithness are expected to be emptied on Tuesday, following a vehicle breakdown affecting a contractor.


Man arrested after incident at shop in Wick

Man arrested after incident at shop in Wick

A 52-year-old man was arrested after an incident occurred at a shop in Wick's High Street on Saturday afternoon.


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