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Highland Council stats reveal ‘violent incidents’ in schools rose 150 per cent last session

Highland Council stats reveal ‘violent incidents’ in schools rose 150 per cent last session

But the stats draw a blank on assaults of teachers or pupils and drugs or weapons.


Prison warning for abuser who breached bail twice in a week

Prison warning for abuser who breached bail twice in a week

A Wick man who breached a bail order for the second time in a week was warned the consequences of a further repeat would be a jail term.


Family-friendly adventures in the Cairngorms this Easter

Family-friendly adventures in the Cairngorms this Easter

Keeping the kids busy and entertained over the Easter holidays can be a bit of a challenge, but you don’t have to look too far for some fantastic fun.


Wick/Aberdeen timetable changes aimed at ensuring ‘continued sustainability’

Wick/Aberdeen timetable changes aimed at ensuring ‘continued sustainability’

Changes resulting in the loss of morning flights between Wick and Aberdeen were brought in “to ensure the continued sustainability of the route”.


MacNab hails family values in Wick Academy squad

MacNab hails family values in Wick Academy squad

With the Scorries on a six-game unbeaten run, Gordon MacNab says there is such a sense of togetherness in the squad that it’s “almost like a family”.


‘Nothing short of heroic’: Halkirk teen who saved dad’s life earns top award

‘Nothing short of heroic’: Halkirk teen who saved dad’s life earns top award

A teenager who saved his dad’s life when he sliced his arm open doing DIY has been rewarded for his heroic actions.


Uncertainty over relegation issue ahead of Greens’ final game

Uncertainty over relegation issue ahead of Greens’ final game

The Greens are none the wiser as to whether they would get relegated were they to finish bottom of the Caledonia 1 North Conference.


Halkirk United manager proud of players’ efforts

Halkirk United manager proud of players’ efforts

Halkirk United manager Ewan McElroy has predicted a bright future for the club with so many members of the squad coming into their prime.


‘Everyone is really excited’: Krakens set for National Shield semi-final

‘Everyone is really excited’: Krakens set for National Shield semi-final

The Krakens head for the Clyde coast to play Greenock Wanderers with their sights set on earning a return appearance at the home of Scottish rugby.


Brandon ‘really honoured’ after latest success in Hot Country TV Awards

Brandon ‘really honoured’ after latest success in Hot Country TV Awards

Caithness music star Brandon McPhee said “it’s always nice to be recognised” after being presented with his latest award in Ireland.


Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Every Highland resident offered a Covid-19 vaccine this spring is being urged to come forward, get jagged and stay protected.


Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

A multi-billion pound investment in the Highlands and Islands will be discussed by key players in the region’s economy at a summit tomorrow (Friday).


Scottish Water criticised over ‘slow removal of dangerous’ asbestos water pipes in Caithness and other rural areas

Scottish Water criticised over ‘slow removal of dangerous’ asbestos water pipes in Caithness and other rural areas

The problem of outdated and hazardous asbestos water pipes in rural areas like Caithness was highlighted by a local MSP this week.


Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

Traffic disruption warning after water main burst

Repairs are under way after a burst main caused a water outage in Halkirk.


Award-winning Wickers World cafe for sale at offers over £510k as owners retire

Award-winning Wickers World cafe for sale at offers over £510k as owners retire

The owners of a hugely popular cafe at Wick harbour have put their business on the market at offers over £510K after announcing their retirement.


Wick man ‘willing to comply’ with court order after resisting arrest

Wick man ‘willing to comply’ with court order after resisting arrest

A Wick man who caused a disturbance at the local police station was ordered to carry out 120 hours of unpaid community work.


Feedback wanted on experience of Wick John O’Groats and other Highland airports

Feedback wanted on experience of Wick John O’Groats and other Highland airports

Highlands & Islands Airports Ltd is looking for feedback from customers who use any of its 11 airports, including Wick John O’Groats.


Whole of Caithness will benefit from Thurso ‘POD’ investment

Whole of Caithness will benefit from Thurso ‘POD’ investment

Raymond Bremner says the £100m investment aimed at creating a community facility based around a new Thurso High School will benefit the whole county.


‘I was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 23 that took one of my vital organs’

‘I was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 23 that took one of my vital organs’

Highland News & Media editor Megan Carr has shared how a sudden thyroid cancer diagnosis changed her life forever.


MSP says ‘the impact remains’ after loss of Caithness active travel scheme

MSP says ‘the impact remains’ after loss of Caithness active travel scheme

Caithness, Sutherland and Ross MSP Maree Todd has praised the impact made by a cycling scheme that has come to a halt after funding was not renewed.


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