NEWS

Wick woman pleads not guilty to assault charge on ex partner

A Wick woman is facing a charge of serious assault.

3 taxi drivers temporarily suspended after police and trading standards operation

'It's important that the public can have faith that professional drivers are conducting their business safely and legally'

Highland Council supports World Mental Health Day

The Highland Council is supporting World Mental Health Day on Sunday which is observed each year to encourage people to ask for help if they need it.

Thurso man faces assault charge

A Thurso man has been remanded following an appearance in private at Wick Sheriff Court.

Highlands and Islands projects shortlisted for Scottish Green Energy Awards

Carbon-cutting projects at opposite ends of Loch Ness are among those vying for success in the Scottish Green Energy Awards

Online survey aims to improve energy efficiency and tackle fuel poverty in Caithness

An online survey has been launched in a bid to improve the energy efficiency of homes in Caithness and tackle fuel poverty.

Youngson ends long wait for trophy with Freswick Cup success at Thurso

Thurso Golf Club's Freswick Cup, donated to the club in 1934 by Admiral Sir Edwyn Sinclair Alexander-Sinclair, was contested over two rounds.

Westerdale man's excuse for having locking knife rejected by Wick sheriff

The defence put forward in court by a man who had a locking knife in public proved to be a bit 'ropey'.

Highland MSP accuses Scottish Government of not caring about food poverty

North MSP, Rhoda Grant said it is "deeply disappointing" her bill on food poverty has been delayed.

Local mums set to benefit from new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General

The new Community Midwifery Unit at Caithness General Hospital, which cost £950,000, is set to open its door for the first time later this month.

Caithness filmmakers invited to enter Gaelic short film competition

Scotland’s prestigious Gaelic short film competition, FilmG, launches this week in a bid to find the next generation of talented Gaelic filmmakers.

Flash flood concern over Wick's blocked gullies and drains

Blocked gullies and drains leave Wick at a heightened risk of flash flooding, it was claimed at a meeting of the town's community council this week.

XR activists stage protest at Invergordon port

Activists from Extinction Rebellion Scotland were this morning blockading the main entrance of the oil rig maintenance facility at Invergordon

Wick branch closures ‘devastating’ for business and community says local MSP

Maree Todd MSP has called on Virgin Money UK to reconsider its decision to close its Wick branch.

Homecoming is not a time for judgment

FOOD FOR THOUGHT by Rev Janet Easton-Berry, Pentland Parish

Fall in value of Scrabster fish landings in 2020 reflects impact of Covid

A sharp fall in the value of fish landings at Scrabster in 2020 reflects the impact of Covid-19, according to harbour trust manager Sandy Mackie.

Maree Todd highlights Thurso campus role in developing renewable energy skills

The opportunities offered by North Highland College UHI will play a big part in the growth of renewables in the area, according to Maree Todd.

Hydrogen train could be trialled on Caithness line

A pressure group is pushing for a hydrogen-fuelled train to be run on the railway line between Wick and Thurso.

Watch: Helping Highland schools save energy and fight climate change

Sustainability charity Energy Sparks is set to offer access to online its energy education programme

Dog waste bagged but not binned is 'absolutely disgusting' says Thurso community councillor

A Thurso community councillor has hit out at people who pick up their dog's mess, put it in a bag but not it in a bin.