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Independence vote in Wick says 'Yes' at retail park event

26 October 2022
Independence vote in Wick says 'Yes' at retail park event

Independence vote in Wick says 'Yes' at retail park event

26 October 2022

Members of Yes Caithness group put up an information table at Wick Retail Park and asked members of the public their views on Scottish independence.


Puffin Croft has a special offer with free visits available

26 October 2022
Puffin Croft has a special offer with free visits available

Puffin Croft has a special offer with free visits available

26 October 2022

The owner of Puffin Croft petting farm near John O'Groats has a special deal with free vouchers available to visit the site and see its animals.


Councillor's walkabout tour of Watten uncovers multiple issues

26 October 2022
Councillor's walkabout tour of Watten uncovers multiple issues

Councillor's walkabout tour of Watten uncovers multiple issues

26 October 2022

A Wick and East Caithness councillor highlighted path and road issues in Caithness after visiting the village of Watten.


Police vigilant on 'antisocial and criminal use of fireworks'

26 October 2022
Police vigilant on 'antisocial and criminal use of fireworks'

Police vigilant on 'antisocial and criminal use of fireworks'

26 October 2022

Caithness policing divisions will be supported by national resources to keep communities safe over the Bonfire Night period.


360 degree immersive portal a 'big hit' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

25 October 2022
360 degree immersive portal a 'big hit' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

360 degree immersive portal a 'big hit' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

25 October 2022

The 360 degree immersive portal experience has been declared a 'big hit' with visitors at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre.


Avoid Halloween ‘sight-mare’ from novelty contact lenses, says Wick optician

25 October 2022
Avoid Halloween ‘sight-mare’ from novelty contact lenses, says Wick optician

Avoid Halloween ‘sight-mare’ from novelty contact lenses, says Wick optician

25 October 2022

Those dressing up for Halloween are urged to take extra care when it comes to choosing any ‘spooktacular’ eye accessories and makeup.


PICTURES: Climate Change Committee chair Karl Rosie visits exhibition in Thurso to shine spotlight on plastic pollution

24 October 2022
PICTURES: Climate Change Committee chair Karl Rosie visits exhibition in Thurso to shine spotlight on plastic pollution

PICTURES: Climate Change Committee chair Karl Rosie visits exhibition in Thurso to shine spotlight on plastic pollution

24 October 2022

The chair of Highland Council’s Climate Change Committee visited a touring exhibition by international award-winning photographer Mandy Baker today.


Have a hearty bowl of soup at Wick church

24 October 2022
Have a hearty bowl of soup at Wick church

Have a hearty bowl of soup at Wick church

24 October 2022

Volunteers will be providing a soup lunch free of charge at Wick Baptist Church on Fridays starting this week.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Challenging conditions for plough championships at Stanstill

24 October 2022
PICTURE SPECIAL: Challenging conditions for plough championships at Stanstill

PICTURE SPECIAL: Challenging conditions for plough championships at Stanstill

24 October 2022

The Scottish Ploughing Championships returned to Caithness this weekend after a very successful event in 2013 and three locals won awards.


Council to set out ELC budget position

23 October 2022
Council to set out ELC budget position

Council to set out ELC budget position

23 October 2022

An update on the Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) budget position is provided in a new report from Highland Council.


Over 1000 attend Northern Stories Festival and have a whale of a time

22 October 2022
Over 1000 attend Northern Stories Festival and have a whale of a time

Over 1000 attend Northern Stories Festival and have a whale of a time

22 October 2022

Lyth Art Centre's Northern Stories Festival 2022 came to 'a brilliant end' on Sunday after 10 days of events across the county, said its organisers.


Thurso community advocate's delight at new play equipment for town's children

22 October 2022
Thurso community advocate's delight at new play equipment for town's children

Thurso community advocate's delight at new play equipment for town's children

22 October 2022

A Thurso-based community advocate said it was 'excellent to see a coherent play area strategy pay dividends' after new equipment erected.


Wick water works and traffic disruption to continue until summer 2023 – War in Ukraine and 'difficult ground' blamed for delays

21 October 2022
Wick water works and traffic disruption to continue until summer 2023 – War in Ukraine and 'difficult ground' blamed for delays

Wick water works and traffic disruption to continue until summer 2023 – War in Ukraine and 'difficult ground' blamed for delays

21 October 2022

The work in Wick to replace water pipes has been held back due to issues arising from the war in Ukraine with a finish date expected next summer.


Caithness residents urged to get help with bills and debt as survey reveals 600,000 Scots are struggling

21 October 2022
Caithness residents urged to get help with bills and debt as survey reveals 600,000 Scots are struggling

Caithness residents urged to get help with bills and debt as survey reveals 600,000 Scots are struggling

21 October 2022

Bills and debt information from Advice Direct Scotland.


PICTURES: Tesco £10K charity cheque benefits elderly at Wick lunch club

21 October 2022
PICTURES: Tesco £10K charity cheque benefits elderly at Wick lunch club

PICTURES: Tesco £10K charity cheque benefits elderly at Wick lunch club

21 October 2022

Following on from Saturday's charity event at Wick Tesco, the supermarket delivered its promised £10,000 cheque to the local beneficiary.


PICTURES: Lejog record breaking swimmer hits Groats after enduring swarms of jellyfish, sharks and a military exercise en route

19 October 2022
PICTURES: Lejog record breaking swimmer hits Groats after enduring swarms of jellyfish, sharks and a military exercise en route

PICTURES: Lejog record breaking swimmer hits Groats after enduring swarms of jellyfish, sharks and a military exercise en route

19 October 2022

Jasmine Harrison completed a record breaking Lejog coastal swim on Tuesday and the first to greet her at the harbour was her delighted spaniel, Bonnie


PICTURES: Fire services called out to incident in Watten

19 October 2022
PICTURES: Fire services called out to incident in Watten

PICTURES: Fire services called out to incident in Watten

19 October 2022

Fire services were seen yesterday afternoon extinguishing the remains of a fire in a building beside the children's playpark in the village.


PICTURES and VIDEO: Going for Gold at Wick's Tesco supermarket as local charity wins £10K award – 'It was truly a special day and a great achievement'

18 October 2022
PICTURES and VIDEO: Going for Gold at Wick's Tesco supermarket as local charity wins £10K award – 'It was truly a special day and a great achievement'

PICTURES and VIDEO: Going for Gold at Wick's Tesco supermarket as local charity wins £10K award – 'It was truly a special day and a great achievement'

18 October 2022

Shoppers at Wick's Tesco store took part in a special lucky dip for a golden token to benefit a local charity with £10,000 on Saturday afternoon.


Visit 360 degree 'immersive experience' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

17 October 2022
Visit 360 degree 'immersive experience' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

Visit 360 degree 'immersive experience' at Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre

17 October 2022

Thurso's North Coast Visitor Centre is showcasing a 360 degree immersive portal until Saturday.


Caithness artist Shelagh Swanson shortlisted for prestigious Highland art competition

17 October 2022
Caithness artist Shelagh Swanson shortlisted for prestigious Highland art competition

Caithness artist Shelagh Swanson shortlisted for prestigious Highland art competition

17 October 2022

Three Caithness artists have had their work put forward for the Highland Art Prize with one being shortlisted in the final 10 up for the award.


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