NEWS

Road users urged to respect environment as Keiss clean-up continues

Road users are being urged to respect the environment after littering-picking volunteers gathered an "unbelievable" amount of rubbish near Keiss.

Survey shows young Scots are snap-happy around wind turbines

More than a quarter of a million young Scots have taken a picture of a wind turbine while out and about in the countryside, according to a new study.

Police warning after reports of bogus workmen in Highlands

Householders in the Highlands are being warned to be on their guard for possible bogus workmen following reports of suspicious behaviour.

Two new Covid cases detected

ANOTHER two cases of the coronavirus have been detected across the NHS Highland area in the past day.

WATCH: Wick sisters Crow about their double whammy book launch

This Saturday (April 10), a Wick-based publisher will launch two books by sisters Virginia and Clemency Crow.

Fixtures announced as North Caledonian League teams aim to complete season by end of June

Halkirk United and Thurso are gearing up to resume their league campaigns at the end of May following a five-month break from competitive football.

Bain’s team on top in closely fought summer season opener at Reay

The summer golf season at Reay is under way following the Captain versus Vice-Captain fixture, with captain Andy Bain’s team emerging victorious.

Managers of Wick airport expand Gaelic awareness training

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited – which manages Wick John O'Groats Airport – is rolling out a programme of Gaelic awareness training for staff

Snow continues in Caithness but Met Office lifts warning

Last night's snow warning from the Met Office for Caithness and the far north was lifted at 10am today.

Loch Ness-side campsite up for sale for over £2 million

A MAJOR Loch Ness campsite has been put up for sale for the first time – with prices starting at £2 million.

Maree Todd pledge over 'safe and sustainable services' after Caithness maternity challenge

The SNP's Maree Todd has pledged that she would demand "safe and sustainable services" after being challenged over her stance on maternity provision.

Growing risk of 21st-century Caithness clearances in wake of Golticlay decision, councillor claims

A councillor has claimed there is a growing risk of a "21st-century Caithness clearances" following the Scottish Government's decision on Golticlay.

QUIZ: How well do you know the Caithness County?

Do you still consider yourself the quiz master even after pub quizzes have become obsolete?

Wick riverside fountain area set for 'complete transformation'

The area around Wick's riverside fountain will undergo a "complete transformation" in time for summer as a result of a community-led initiative.

How to protect your dog from theft

Reduce the likelihood of your dog being taken with these top tips from Dogs for Good.

Opening doors for Wick's historic legacy

A delivery of specially crafted doors and windows made by local students was gratefully accepted by the chairman of Wick Society for its museum.

More materials will now be accepted at Caithness recycling centres

From today the range of materials accepted at recycling centres includes textiles, glass bottles and jars, engine oil, plasterboard, soil and rubble.

Appeal for volunteer wildlife drivers in Caithness

Scotland’s animal welfare charity is keen to find volunteers in Caithness to help transport injured wildlife.

Overall Covid cases hit 5000 landmark in NHS Highland area

MORE than 5000 Covid cases have now been detected across the NHS Highland area since the pandemic began – after the milestone was reached at Easter.

Council appoints Covid compliance officers

The Highland Council has appointed four dedicated Covid compliance officers to work throughout the region.