Author - David G Scott

Nearly 50 local artists donate works for Ukraine Appeal Fund show at Castlehill Heritage Centre on Sunday

Caithness artists have responded enthusiastically to help a Ukrainian Appeal Fund by donating original artwork for a sale this Sunday.

YELLOW WARNING – Snow and hail showers could lead to icy surfaces, with possible travel disruption.

YELLOW WARNING – Snow and hail showers could lead to icy surfaces, with possible travel disruption.

The Met Office has issued a Yellow Warning of a cold front affecting Caithness that could bring snow and hail showers and lead to icy surfaces.

Thurso mum starts up support group for concerned parents and relatives of problem drug and alcohol users

Thurso mum starts up support group for concerned parents and relatives of problem drug and alcohol users

A Thurso mum who found little help for Caithness parents worried about their sons' and daughters' drug and alcohol issues has started a support group.

Cat charity on the prowl for more Caithness volunteers

Cat charity on the prowl for more Caithness volunteers

A local cat charity is hoping to attract more volunteers to help improve feline welfare in the county.

Best of Scottish touring theatre back in Caithness

Best of Scottish touring theatre back in Caithness

With the easing of Covid restrictions, Scotland’s top touring theatre companies are set to make the journey to Caithness.

YELLOW WARNING! Snow and hail showers in Caithness will lead to ice forming on untreated surfaces and hazardous driving conditions

YELLOW WARNING! Snow and hail showers in Caithness will lead to ice forming on untreated surfaces and hazardous driving conditions

The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning for tonight (Tuesday, March 29) and tomorrow for snow and ice affecting the far north.

Two dozen selfless volunteers spend a sunny Sunday picking litter in Wick

Two dozen selfless volunteers spend a sunny Sunday picking litter in Wick

Twenty-four community minded volunteers turned up for the first of four special litter picking days in Wick on Sunday.

Caithness workers see salaries lag behind inflation as living and energy costs soar, report shows

Caithness workers see salaries lag behind inflation as living and energy costs soar, report shows

New research has revealed that despite the increase in interest rates, the cost of living and energy prices, salaries in Caithness are not keeping up.

Thurso community activist stands for council and seeks 'cooperation not conflict'

Thurso community activist stands for council and seeks 'cooperation not conflict'

A Thurso man, well known for bringing colour to Thurso with his flower planting work, has put his name forward for the upcoming council elections.

Submit meter readings by March 31, urges local MP

Submit meter readings by March 31, urges local MP

Far north MP Jamie Stone urges people to submit meter readings by March 31 to avoid paying the new higher rates on energy used before April 1.

Reception at Balmore rescue centre and other SSPCA animal rehoming facilities to reopen today

Reception at Balmore rescue centre and other SSPCA animal rehoming facilities to reopen today

The Scottish SPCA has confirmed the reception areas in its rescue centres will open again from today (Monday, March 28).

Wick optician gives advice on 'pollen bombs' – Looking after your sight and hearing in the changing weather

Wick optician gives advice on 'pollen bombs' – Looking after your sight and hearing in the changing weather

Hay fever sufferers in Caithness are being warned to watch out for high pollen counts this week brought in by the warmer weather.

Advice for vulnerable people in Caithness struggling with heating costs

Advice for vulnerable people in Caithness struggling with heating costs

A collaboration between a gas distribution company and a mental health charity is launched to help vulnerable people deal with energy prices.

Scotland's railway is nationalised from April 1 – how will this affect travellers?

Scotland's railway is nationalised from April 1 – how will this affect travellers?

Next Friday (April 1), the operation of the ScotRail franchise will transfer from Abellio ScotRail to ScotRail Trains, a publicly owned company.

National wildlife charity aims to save Scotland’s amphibians and reptiles

National wildlife charity aims to save Scotland’s amphibians and reptiles

A new project aims to conserve amphibians and reptiles across the UK, and save their disappearing habitats.

From one biker to another – a message to motorcyclists and other road users from deputy head of road policing

From one biker to another – a message to motorcyclists and other road users from deputy head of road policing

Ahead of the good weather forecast this weekend, biker and deputy head of road policing Stewart Mackie has a message for road users in Caithness.

Public partners promote Highland Weekend of Action for Ukraine

Public partners promote Highland Weekend of Action for Ukraine

The public sector organisations across Highland are promoting a Highland Weekend of Action for Ukraine.

Weekend wildfire warning from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service – Caithness in high risk category

Weekend wildfire warning from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service – Caithness in high risk category