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Could you help advise Foundation Scotland on how to use Stroupster wind farm benefit fund?

Could you help advise Foundation Scotland on how to use Stroupster wind farm benefit fund?

A new panel member is being sought to advise on community funds in the Dunnet and Cannisbay area.


Price increase as new garden waste permits go on sale – demand will be high, say council

Price increase as new garden waste permits go on sale – demand will be high, say council

Highland Council Garden Waste Permits are now available to purchase for the 2022/23 season with a three per cent increase made.


Online event to focus on mental health and wellbeing in Caithness

Online event to focus on mental health and wellbeing in Caithness

Groups involved in supporting mental health and wellbeing in Caithness will take part in a free online event about new initiatives and services.


Doors Open Days opportunity for organisations in Caithness and north Sutherland

Doors Open Days opportunity for organisations in Caithness and north Sutherland

Organisers of the Doors Open Days programme are keen to hear from groups in Caithness and north Sutherland that would be interested in taking part.


NICKY MARR: Jubilee events left me cold

NICKY MARR: Jubilee events left me cold

Well, it didn’t take long to get that bunting down, did it?


Know any community champions in Caithness? It's now time to honour them with a prestigious award

Know any community champions in Caithness? It's now time to honour them with a prestigious award

Nominations open for Scotland Loves Local Awards to recognise those whose dedication and innovation is making life better and shaping a strong future


DAN MACKAY: 70 years is good going – but monarchy is past its sell-by date

DAN MACKAY: 70 years is good going – but monarchy is past its sell-by date

The Real Mackay by Dan Mackay


MP pledges support for Dunbeath health and wellbeing hub

MP pledges support for Dunbeath health and wellbeing hub

Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross MP Jamie Stone has pledged to do what he can to support plans for a new-build health and wellbeing hub.


Communities can apply to £5m fund for active and sustainable travel projects

Communities can apply to £5m fund for active and sustainable travel projects

A multimillion-pound fund aimed at increasing opportunities to walk, wheel and cycle for short journeys across Scotland has opened.


Union Jacks held proudly at Halkirk school's Jubilee celebration

Union Jacks held proudly at Halkirk school's Jubilee celebration

Children at Halkirk Primary School enjoyed a sunny outdoor day of fun as part of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.


PICTURES: Adjudicator praises 'sense of celebration' at 2022 Caithness Music Festival

PICTURES: Adjudicator praises 'sense of celebration' at 2022 Caithness Music Festival

Adjudicator Richard Yarr praised the Caithness Music Festival as "a really wonderful gem" and said he had been privileged to be part of it this year.


RNLI promising 'a great day out' at Thurso Lifeboat Summer Fayre

RNLI promising 'a great day out' at Thurso Lifeboat Summer Fayre

Organisers are promising "a great day out" at the fundraising Thurso Lifeboat Summer Fayre taking place at the Scrabster fish market next Saturday.


Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated at Scotland’s reservoirs

Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated at Scotland’s reservoirs

Visitors are being asked to respect Scotland’s reservoirs and behave responsibly around them during the summer holiday period.


Latheron Show moves into 21st century with online entries

Latheron Show moves into 21st century with online entries

This year the Latheron Show will be held in a slightly different format than usual with the horse classes going ahead at a separate location.


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Large exodus from Wick, 'Secret police' jibe at meeting and Support for hotel scheme.


Musketeers set to arrive in Caithness tomorrow on 4000-mile trip around the UK as part of Mini Mayhem 2022

Musketeers set to arrive in Caithness tomorrow on 4000-mile trip around the UK as part of Mini Mayhem 2022

The Musketeers are on their way to John O'Groats in 20-year-old Minis as they tackle a 4000-mile trip around the coast of the UK in 10 days.


Special trees planted for the Queen at Lyth

Special trees planted for the Queen at Lyth

A selection of native tree species were planted at a Lyth stables by its owner and a girl she has been mentoring for a riding award.


PICTURES: Champions receive their trophies after day of sports at Keiss school

PICTURES: Champions receive their trophies after day of sports at Keiss school

Pupils from across Keiss Primary School and Nursery joined together in a day of sports on Friday, supported by family members and the parent council.


Scottish Women's Institute celebrate Queen's Jubilee at John O'Groats signpost

Scottish Women's Institute celebrate Queen's Jubilee at John O'Groats signpost

The Scottish Women's Institute Caithness Federation marked the Queen's Platinum Jubilee with a picture at 'the most iconic landmark in Caithness'.


Recipe of the week: Teriyaki Scotch Beef lettuce cups

Recipe of the week: Teriyaki Scotch Beef lettuce cups

Easy finger-food that tastes every bit as good as it looks.


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