NEWS

Fine for woman who refused to leave pub

A drunk woman was arrested after she refused to leave a Wick pub.

Halkirk Primary School closed – Council busy treating slushy roads and pavements in Caithness

Highland Council issued a bulletin this morning stating that its crews are busy treating roads and pavements across Caithness.

PICTURE SPECIAL: Drivers face tough conditions on classic Lejog car rally

LeJog 2022 finished after five legs and 1300 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats and was captured in a series of dramatic images.

Man who swore at police officer 'had problem with authority'

The man admitted behaving in a threatening or abusive manner and was fined.

PICTURES: Lots of festive fun at Caithness RDA Christmas Show

Young riders from the local branch of the RDA were happy to show off their skills at this year's Annual Christmas Show.

UHI cookery students in Thurso serve up charity cash donations

Staff and students from UHI North Highland’s professional cookery and hospitality department have made donations to two charities.

Thursday's weather-related school closures across the Highlands

More than 1000 pupils are being told either not to go to school today or to go in a bit later due to the wintry weather.

Thurso Players to live stream sold-out panto Dick Wickington – A Caithness Pantomime

The popular panto in Thurso has sold out – but you can still join in the festive fun thanks to a live stream option being made available this weekend.

Nicky Marr: Our Christmas tree is the story of us

I LIKE to wait till December is in double figures before starting to get ready for Christmas.

PICTURES: Caithness in the snow as chilly conditions continue

The Arctic blast has created sub-zero conditions with some notable snowfall in the far north this week.

HiTrans partnership means passengers can book NorthLink Ferries using Go-Hi travel app

Ferry services between Caithness and Orkney will be able to be booked alongside other public transport options thanks to a new deal.

Snow drifts slowing traffic to a crawl on A9

The A9 around Berriedale is experiencing congestion as traffic slows to a crawl due to the inclement weather.

Wick vaccine clinic called off

A vaccination clinic scheduled to take place in Wick tomorrow has been cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions.

Only jobs can keep people in the Highlands, says MP Jamie Stone as he calls for Green Freeport in Cromarty Firth

Far North MP Jamie Stone has told parliament that only jobs can stop the "curse of the Highlands" – that of depopulation.

PICTURES: More shots of the Highlands in the snow

We asked you to send in your pictures of the Highlands in the snow and you did not disappoint.

Strange black cube box found on Thurso shoreline by beach cleaners

A mysterious huge black plastic box was removed from the coast at Thurso East this week by Caithness beach cleaners.

ANDREW MACKAY: Younger generation driving a shift to more local approach to Christmas

The View from the Board by Andrew Mackay, Caithness Chamber of Commerce

WATCH: Highland Heroes 2023 ‒ Nominate your secondary school teacher of the year

Who will you nominate as your secondary school teacher of the year?

School closures and gritters out clearing routes in Caithness

Schools in Lybster and Dunbeath are closed and all roads in Caithness are currently being treated by gritters due to the heavy snowfall.

TRUDY MORRIS: Pulling together to build a strong community in the north Highlands

Trudy Morris, chief executive of Caithness Chamber of Commerce, highlights the value of shopping local this Christmas and beyond