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Volunteers take the plunge at the Trinkie

Volunteers take the plunge at the Trinkie

Swimmers are enjoying making a splash again at the Trinkie, one of Wick's outdoor pools, thanks to a major refurbishment programme.


Sheffield man denies drugs supply charge at Gills Bay ferry terminal

Sheffield man denies drugs supply charge at Gills Bay ferry terminal

A Sheffield man has been accused of being concerned in the supply of drugs in the far north of Scotland.


John O'Groats Strongest Man competition raises cash for Cancer Research UK

John O'Groats Strongest Man competition raises cash for Cancer Research UK

A collection at last month's John O’Groats Strongest Man competition raised more than £190 for charity.


Stone calls for public ownership intervention to protect energy consumers

Stone calls for public ownership intervention to protect energy consumers

Local MP Jamie Stone is calling for an energy supplier to be taken into public ownership to help protect householders from spiralling bills.


PICTURES: Exciting discoveries at Swartigill dig could include an Iron Age 'fridge'

PICTURES: Exciting discoveries at Swartigill dig could include an Iron Age 'fridge'

At the Swartigill Dig Open Day archaeologists showed off their many finds including jewellery and a construction that could be an early form of fridge


Family frustrated by further delay in 'epic scandal' over Kevin's death

Family frustrated by further delay in 'epic scandal' over Kevin's death

Kevin McLeod's family say they are frustrated by a new delay to their campaign for justice, almost a quarter of a century after his body was found.


Caithness and Sutherland firms urged to see benefits of taking part in business awards

Caithness and Sutherland firms urged to see benefits of taking part in business awards

Business leader David Richardson is encouraging companies in Caithness and Sutherland to grasp the opportunities offered by entering award schemes.


Archaeology Festival to showcase historic past of Caithness

Archaeology Festival to showcase historic past of Caithness

From this Saturday the Highland Archaeology Festival will offer a range of walks, talks, workshops, exhibitions, and activities for all ages.


Stefan Sutherland's family shocked that no evidence of criminality has been found in relation to his death

Stefan Sutherland's family shocked that no evidence of criminality has been found in relation to his death

A review carried out by Police Scotland's Major Investigation Team has found no evidence of criminality in relation to Stefan Sutherland's death.


Health action group to keep fighting for 'equality and fairness' after ministers reject winter road trip invitation

Health action group to keep fighting for 'equality and fairness' after ministers reject winter road trip invitation

A campaign group says it is disappointed that Scottish Government ministers won't be joining Jamie Stone on a winter road trip from Wick to Raigmore.


'No significant decline' in Caithness birth rate, says NHS Highland

'No significant decline' in Caithness birth rate, says NHS Highland

There has been "no significant decline" in the Caithness birth rate since the local maternity service began functioning as a midwife-led unit.


Caithness residents – don't panic over energy firm crisis and gas price rises

Caithness residents – don't panic over energy firm crisis and gas price rises

Scotland’s national energy advice service has urged Caithness residents not to panic amid fears that more firms will go bust this week.


WATCH: Tips to help Caithness residents cope with pandemic worry

WATCH: Tips to help Caithness residents cope with pandemic worry

New research shows over half of people in Scotland (55 per cent) are worried about the Covid-19 pandemic.


Have you recorded your organ and tissue donation decision?

Have you recorded your organ and tissue donation decision?

New figures released to coincide with Organ and Tissue Donation Week reveal over half of people in the region have registered their donation decision.


Introducing our brand new digital subscription packages and HNM app

Introducing our brand new digital subscription packages and HNM app

News is always changing, and here at Highland News and Media we always aim to keep you up to date with what’s happening in your community.


All creatures great and small in tonight's episode of The Highland Vet

All creatures great and small in tonight's episode of The Highland Vet

From Highland cows to budgies – its another busy time for the team at DS McGregor and Partners in Thurso during tonight's episode of The Highland Vet.


Police appeal as driver fails to stop after collision near Thurso

Police appeal as driver fails to stop after collision near Thurso

Police in Caithness say a car failed to stop after being involved in a collision near Thurso on Sunday.


Couple's £5000 donation to Caithness branch of Enable ahead of 60th anniversary year

Couple's £5000 donation to Caithness branch of Enable ahead of 60th anniversary year

A Caithness couple have donated £5000 to the local branch of Enable, Scotland's largest charity for people who have learning disabilities.


We needed to show more composure, says Manson as Wick Academy face Scottish Cup replay

We needed to show more composure, says Manson as Wick Academy face Scottish Cup replay

Wick Academy face a trip to West Lothian after being held to a draw in Saturday's hard-fought Scottish Cup first-round tie against Bo'ness United.


Climate campaigner Sacha Dench survives paraglider crash which killed cameraman

Climate campaigner Sacha Dench survives paraglider crash which killed cameraman

An investigation has been launched after 'Human Swan' Sacha Dench miraculously survived a mid-air collision which killed a companion camerman.


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