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Thurso artist breaks the mould with pop surrealist collaboration

14 March 2023
Thurso artist breaks the mould with pop surrealist collaboration

Thurso artist breaks the mould with pop surrealist collaboration

14 March 2023

Thurso pop art portrait painter, Leah Davis, has joined forces with Black Isle surrealist, Michael Forbes, for an eccentric exhibition.


Young people from Caithness can now access specialist support if they are a victim or witness to crime

14 March 2023
Young people from Caithness can now access specialist support if they are a victim or witness to crime

Young people from Caithness can now access specialist support if they are a victim or witness to crime

14 March 2023

A children’s youth care charity is rolling out a brand-new service to support children and young people who have been victim to, or witnessed a crime.


Car goes off road near Watten

14 March 2023
Car goes off road near Watten

Car goes off road near Watten

14 March 2023

As wintry conditions continue in Caithness a car was reported to have gone off the A882 road near Watten this morning.


Running rat causes panic at the bird feeder – witty comments sought

14 March 2023
Running rat causes panic at the bird feeder – witty comments sought

Running rat causes panic at the bird feeder – witty comments sought

14 March 2023

Some feathers were ruffled at a garden bird feeder in Watten when a hungry rat was snapped taking off with some nibbles on Saturday morning.


Make your views known about Highland Council – have your say on how it can improve its customer service

13 March 2023
Make your views known about Highland Council – have your say on how it can improve its customer service

Make your views known about Highland Council – have your say on how it can improve its customer service

13 March 2023

Members of the public are being invited by the Highland Council to do a survey that will help the local authority improve its customer experience.


Enjoy a talk while you walk at John O’Groats Story Festival

13 March 2023
Enjoy a talk while you walk at John O’Groats Story Festival

Enjoy a talk while you walk at John O’Groats Story Festival

13 March 2023

The John O’Groats Story Festival will host a series of story-based events featuring local stories and using local storytellers.


It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

13 March 2023
It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

It's that time again – Wick's community council seeks volunteers to help with spring clean events

13 March 2023

The community council is leading a series of events during this year’s Scottish Spring Clean.


PICTURES: Caithness and Sutherland crafters gather at Murkle for start of monthly fairs

13 March 2023
PICTURES: Caithness and Sutherland crafters gather at Murkle for start of monthly fairs

PICTURES: Caithness and Sutherland crafters gather at Murkle for start of monthly fairs

13 March 2023

The season of monthly craft fairs was launched this month in the Murkle Community Hall with a colourful collection of goodies for sale.


More snow and icy conditions forecast for Caithness tomorrow

12 March 2023
More snow and icy conditions forecast for Caithness tomorrow

More snow and icy conditions forecast for Caithness tomorrow

12 March 2023

The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning today stating that rain will turn to snow across the far north on Monday with icy surfaces being likely.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Thurso art gallery Springs into action with new show of local talent

11 March 2023
PICTURE SPECIAL: Thurso art gallery Springs into action with new show of local talent

PICTURE SPECIAL: Thurso art gallery Springs into action with new show of local talent

11 March 2023

A collection of Caithness artists descended upon the Thurso Gallery for a preview of the venue's latest exhibition aptly named Spring.


Wick High School praised for inclusive policies – LGBTQIA+ Equalities Group celebrates

10 March 2023
Wick High School praised for inclusive policies – LGBTQIA+ Equalities Group celebrates

Wick High School praised for inclusive policies – LGBTQIA+ Equalities Group celebrates

10 March 2023

Wick High School achieved Silver Charter status for its work in helping LGBT members feel 'safe, supported and included'.


Further snow showers are likely to lead to some travel delays and slippery surfaces in Caithness

10 March 2023
Further snow showers are likely to lead to some travel delays and slippery surfaces in Caithness

Further snow showers are likely to lead to some travel delays and slippery surfaces in Caithness

10 March 2023

The Met Office warns of further wintry conditions today and tomorrow in Caithness that may affect road and rail services.


Are you due a £200 payment? Caithness residents using alternative fuel sources encouraged to check for discount

10 March 2023
Are you due a £200 payment? Caithness residents using alternative fuel sources encouraged to check for discount

Are you due a £200 payment? Caithness residents using alternative fuel sources encouraged to check for discount

10 March 2023

Caithness residents who rely on off-grid energy have been urged to check that they have received a £200 government payment.


Grave concerns over 'disrespectful' drivers damaging paths and gravestones in Wick

07 March 2023
Grave concerns over 'disrespectful' drivers damaging paths and gravestones in Wick

Grave concerns over 'disrespectful' drivers damaging paths and gravestones in Wick

07 March 2023

Issues concerning cars accessing Wick's cemetery and damaging headstones and pathways were discussed by the town's community council.


New sanctuary in Caithness provides vital aid for abandoned seal pups

07 March 2023
New sanctuary in Caithness provides vital aid for abandoned seal pups

New sanctuary in Caithness provides vital aid for abandoned seal pups

07 March 2023

A new rehabilitation centre at Brough near Dunnet Head is helping seal pups rescued from the Caithness coastline.


Caithnessians urged to take action on unclaimed prepayment meter energy vouchers

07 March 2023
Caithnessians urged to take action on unclaimed prepayment meter energy vouchers

Caithnessians urged to take action on unclaimed prepayment meter energy vouchers

07 March 2023

Caithness consumers with prepayment meters have been advised to contact their energy supplier if they have missing or unredeemed rebate vouchers.


PICTURES: World Book Day – Halkirk kids 'arrest' headteacher and Reay children dress as book characters

06 March 2023
PICTURES: World Book Day – Halkirk kids 'arrest' headteacher and Reay children dress as book characters

PICTURES: World Book Day – Halkirk kids 'arrest' headteacher and Reay children dress as book characters

06 March 2023

Halkirk and Reay Primary Schools celebrated World Book Day 'big style' last week with a fun-packed two days of activities.


Dunnet woman talks about eye surgery terror and how she was helped

06 March 2023
Dunnet woman talks about eye surgery terror and how she was helped

Dunnet woman talks about eye surgery terror and how she was helped

06 March 2023

A Caithness woman received valuable support when facing surgery for an eye condition which left her without vision for several weeks.


The Northern Pilgrims’ Way needs you – plans to erect copies of Pictish stones at original sites

06 March 2023
The Northern Pilgrims’ Way needs you – plans to erect copies of Pictish stones at original sites

The Northern Pilgrims’ Way needs you – plans to erect copies of Pictish stones at original sites

06 March 2023

The Northern Pilgrims’ Way Group is appealing for new members, and trustees to help it on its historic mission.


Lyth Arts Centre launch spring season with new look brochure

06 March 2023
Lyth Arts Centre launch spring season with new look brochure

Lyth Arts Centre launch spring season with new look brochure

06 March 2023

Caithness arts organisation Lyth Arts Centre has launched a new look brochure to mark the release of its next series of live events.


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