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Partnership aiming to get tourism industry back on track in Highlands

Partnership aiming to get tourism industry back on track in Highlands

Tourism leaders from across the Highlands are plotting a collective way forward to help the industry in its recovery from the impact of Covid-19.


NICKY MARR: Wightman shows he's the right man for me

NICKY MARR: Wightman shows he's the right man for me

Andy Wightman has earned Nicky's vote in the forthcoming election.


Lib Dem candidate calls for an end to 'embarrassment' of homelessness

Lib Dem candidate calls for an end to 'embarrassment' of homelessness

Molly Nolan has voiced concern after revealing that 12,185 people declared themselves homeless in the Highlands and Islands over the past five years.


Lib Dem candidate calls for an end to 'embarrassment' of homelessness

Lib Dem candidate calls for an end to 'embarrassment' of homelessness

Molly Nolan has voiced concern after revealing that 12,185 people declared themselves homeless in the Highlands and Islands over the past five years.


Spring into step with new Thurso buggy walks

Spring into step with new Thurso buggy walks

A buggy walking group in Thurso is proving popular with new mums who are enjoying a welcome breath of fresh air and a chance to meet with others.


Heed the warning of an early arrival of spring

Heed the warning of an early arrival of spring

Gardening on the Edge by Diana Wayland


Jelly-fuelled spacecraft among winning designs in Sutherland school rocket challenge

Jelly-fuelled spacecraft among winning designs in Sutherland school rocket challenge

A jelly-fuelled rocket was among the prize-winning ideas put forward by pupils in a design competition linked to the north Sutherland spaceport.


Greens pledge more opportunities for young people in Highlands and Islands

Greens pledge more opportunities for young people in Highlands and Islands

The Greens have pledged to provide more opportunities for young people in the next parliament, with tens of thousands benefiting in the north.


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

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

Duke's return from Sudan in 1921, Killimster man's benefit match in 1971 and Wick mail team walk away with prize in 1996


Bothy visit brings back memories

Bothy visit brings back memories

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: A paddle on Loch Eriboll offers a trip back in time in more ways than one


Survey reveals increase in sheep-worrying attacks by dogs

Survey reveals increase in sheep-worrying attacks by dogs

Over two thirds of sheep farmers responding to a survey reported that they had seen an increase in sheep-worrying attacks by dogs in the past year.


Revolution needed on public transport in the Highlands

Revolution needed on public transport in the Highlands

A public transport revolution is needed in the Highlands, according to Labour candidate Marion Donaldson.


Everything Caithness voters need to know ahead of the election

Everything Caithness voters need to know ahead of the election

What to expect at the polling station, about the two ballot papers, who you can vote for and where to cast your vote


Trades unions in Thurso and Wick commemorate International Workers Memorial Day

Trades unions in Thurso and Wick commemorate International Workers Memorial Day

Caithness trade union representatives took part in a special event to remember those who have lost their lives at work.


Your Caithness

Your Caithness

Click on the story to see where this week's Your Caithness picture is taken.


Local businessman in fundraising hook-up with Wick Seafarers Memorial Group

Local businessman in fundraising hook-up with Wick Seafarers Memorial Group

A public-spirited local businessman has hooked up with members of Wick's Seafarers Memorial Group in a new fundraising venture.


Recipe of the week: Cream of leek & potato soup

Recipe of the week: Cream of leek & potato soup

Soup is a fast and easy option if you have leftover veg. Make more than you need so you can freeze a couple of portions for a quick supper.


Hiking duo hit fundraising target to bring young people to Antarctica

Hiking duo hit fundraising target to bring young people to Antarctica

Two British adventurers who hiked across the Highlands are looking to bring disadvantaged young people on an Antarctic expedition.


'Superstar' Sophie rewarded for her burpee fundraising challenge

'Superstar' Sophie rewarded for her burpee fundraising challenge

Five-year-old Sophie Morris, who raised £810 for Befriending Caithness after completing 100 burpees, has been thanked for her efforts.


WATCH: Online media law with Dr Holly Powell-Jones for our anti-trolling campaign

WATCH: Online media law with Dr Holly Powell-Jones for our anti-trolling campaign

We spoke to online media law expert and lecturer Dr Holly Powell-Jones about certain legal aspects of online behaviour.


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