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‘Rural and remote’ recognition for Caithness General Hospital doctors

Two physicians working in Caithness have been recognised in a credential award scheme for healthcare professionals serving rural communities.

PICTURES: ‘Read all about it!’ – Thurso care home residents embrace World Book Day

Staff and residents alike dressed up as beloved characters, such as Harry Potter and Captain Underpants, adding to the fun.

‘Shovel ready’ projects in Caithness can seek council funding

Community groups and organisations in Caithness can submit expressions of interest for Community Regeneration Funding.

Do you have it in you to be a lifesaver?

“People just like you and me - save lives every day without even knowing we’re doing it. That’s because we’re blood donors,” says our columnist.

Rest room for female fish workers, No junket for Wick councillors and Clergy oppose Section 2A repeal.

LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

Man admits facemask assaults on police outside Thurso nightclub

A Thurso man assaulted two police officers outside the town’s Skinandi’s nightclub, Wick Sheriff Court heard this week.

Floral designer to demonstrate skills at Caithness Floral Art Club

Caithness Floral Art Club is delighted to welcome a relative newcomer to the local floral art scene to the group’s upcoming meeting.

20mph speed limit consultation feedback being examined ahead of crunch vote

Feedback over the region’s new 20mph limits is now being examined by Highland Council ahead of a vote which could make them permanent this spring.

Steps taken to keep invasive mink out of Caithness and Sutherland

A Caithness-based countryside ranger has outlined issues faced by wildlife from the invasive American mink and steps taken to monitor the creature.

Caithness women have been an inspiration to me

Northern Drift by Monique Sliedrecht

Jamie Stone vows to keep fighting for women’s healthcare equality

Jamie Stone has pledged to continue speaking up on healthcare for women, arguing that females deserve equal access regardless of where they live.

Wick lifeboat volunteer Mhairi urges women to help save lives at sea

Mhairi Ross is urging other women to join the lifeboat service, describing it as “an incredible opportunity to be part of something meaningful”.

‘The wind never stops blowing’ – refusal of Thurso wind farm ‘doesn’t make sense’ says Forss resident

A proposed five-turbine wind farm mooted for a site near Thurso has been refused by planners despite changes made to a previous application.

‘Great boost’ as new volunteers join Wick Flowers team

New helpers have come forward to join Wick Flowers and play their part in brightening up the town for 2025, community councillors have been told.

Caithness cannabis farm suspect denies he gave names of accused pair to police in Wick to ‘get out of trouble’

The man, who had access to the property, says he “stumbled upon” the illicit operation at Sackville House in 2021.

Keiss and Bower pupils mark World Book Day with creative activities

Primary pupils at Keiss and Bower took part in a range of creative activities on World Book Day 2025 as they dressed up in literary-themed costumes.

Chairman of Highlands and Islands Enterprise announces retirement

Alistair Dodds CBE has served on the HIE board for 11 years and was due to stay in the chairman position until April 2026.

Highland Council reiterates commitment to Wick flights as funding decision is awaited

Highland Council has said efforts to secure funding to support flights between Wick and Aberdeen for a further 12 months are “ongoing”.

Wick community councillors call for Highland residents to be exempt from visitor levy

Community councillors in Wick are adamant that residents of the Highlands should be spared the proposed tourist tax.

Teenagers have given Wick Academy a massive boost in energy, says MacNab

Gordon MacNab has praised Wick Academy’s emerging youngsters for the way they have brought fresh energy to the team since the turn of the year.