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PICTURES: More Barlinnie memories as prisoner photographs published online

02 November 2024
PICTURES: More Barlinnie memories as prisoner photographs published online

PICTURES: More Barlinnie memories as prisoner photographs published online

02 November 2024

After reporter David G Scott shared his reminiscences of Barlinnie Prison’s execution chamber a series of Victorian images have now been published.


Blooming memorable year for Wick Flowers group

29 October 2024
Blooming memorable year for Wick Flowers group

Blooming memorable year for Wick Flowers group

29 October 2024

A dedicated group of volunteers bringing colour to the streets of Wick celebrated 25 years of floral work around the town.


Why is there a white lining machine at Thurso sitting unused near a dangerous unmarked road?

29 October 2024
Why is there a white lining machine at Thurso sitting unused near a dangerous unmarked road?

Why is there a white lining machine at Thurso sitting unused near a dangerous unmarked road?

29 October 2024

Caithness councillor highlights issue of unpainted road junctions and questions why machine designed for the task is sitting unused at Thurso depot.


PICTURES: Community spirits abound at Highland Hospice Halloween event in Thurso

28 October 2024
PICTURES: Community spirits abound at Highland Hospice Halloween event in Thurso

PICTURES: Community spirits abound at Highland Hospice Halloween event in Thurso

28 October 2024

Thurso’s Highland Hospice staff once again proved why they are a big hit in the local community with a special Halloween event on Saturday.


Thurso Boys’ Brigade members honoured with last Queen’s Badges

28 October 2024
Thurso Boys’ Brigade members honoured with last Queen’s Badges

Thurso Boys’ Brigade members honoured with last Queen’s Badges

28 October 2024

Thurso Boys’ Brigade members Pharnell Geddes and Noah Williamson were presented with their Queen’s Badges by former captain David Smith.


Plans afoot to change the face of Thurso

27 October 2024
Plans afoot to change the face of Thurso

Plans afoot to change the face of Thurso

27 October 2024

Community forces in Thurso have come together to open dialogue with residents about the future of the town.


Fundraiser to honour HMS Exmouth crew which sank near Wick in 1940 – ‘For those who lost their lives on behalf of our freedom’

26 October 2024
Fundraiser to honour HMS Exmouth crew which sank near Wick in 1940 – ‘For those who lost their lives on behalf of our freedom’

Fundraiser to honour HMS Exmouth crew which sank near Wick in 1940 – ‘For those who lost their lives on behalf of our freedom’

26 October 2024

The crew of HMS Exmouth which sank off the Wick coastline in 1940 will be commemorated thanks to a RNLI fundraising bid.


Bargains galore at just 50p a book in Wick Society sale

25 October 2024
Bargains galore at just 50p a book in Wick Society sale

Bargains galore at just 50p a book in Wick Society sale

25 October 2024

Tomorrow (Saturday, October 26) marks the last day of Wick Society’s grand sale of secondhand books at Bank Row.


Futuristic style holiday pods could turn Thurso into Blackpool, says one angry resident

24 October 2024
Futuristic style holiday pods could turn Thurso into Blackpool, says one angry resident

Futuristic style holiday pods could turn Thurso into Blackpool, says one angry resident

24 October 2024

A planned holiday park in Thurso has attracted criticism with one local calling it an eyesore and the ‘first step towards a Blackpool type town’.


Flats to replace hair salon in Thurso

24 October 2024
Flats to replace hair salon in Thurso

Flats to replace hair salon in Thurso

24 October 2024

Highland Council has given permission for the change of use of a former Thurso hair salon into residential flats.


Coastguard helicopters conduct extensive search of Caithness coast after mystery transmission

23 October 2024
Coastguard helicopters conduct extensive search of Caithness coast after mystery transmission

Coastguard helicopters conduct extensive search of Caithness coast after mystery transmission

23 October 2024

Caithness residents reported seeing coastguard helicopters on Tuesday afternoon searching around the coastline.


Mystery of dead otter near ‘selkie grave’ at Olrig Cemetery – most haunted place in Caithness

23 October 2024
Mystery of dead otter near ‘selkie grave’ at Olrig Cemetery – most haunted place in Caithness

Mystery of dead otter near ‘selkie grave’ at Olrig Cemetery – most haunted place in Caithness

23 October 2024

The mystery of why a young dead otter was laid out on a grave at Olrig Cemetery adds to the ominous feel of Caithness’ most haunted site.


PICTURES: Caithness Book Festival success despite organiser being hospitalised

22 October 2024
PICTURES: Caithness Book Festival success despite organiser being hospitalised

PICTURES: Caithness Book Festival success despite organiser being hospitalised

22 October 2024

The Caithness Book Festival saw authors travel from near and far to take part in the event at its new venue of Murkle Hall.


‘It’s an accident waiting to happen’ – Councillor’s battle to get road markings reinstated on NC500 route at Keiss

22 October 2024
‘It’s an accident waiting to happen’ – Councillor’s battle to get road markings reinstated on NC500 route at Keiss

‘It’s an accident waiting to happen’ – Councillor’s battle to get road markings reinstated on NC500 route at Keiss

22 October 2024

A Caithness councillor has blasted the local authority’s ‘poor excuses’ for failing to add road markings at a potential accident blackspot for kids.


SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

21 October 2024
SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

21 October 2024

A new benefit will be replacing attendance allowance for state pension age Caithness residents living with disabilities or long-term health issues.


Thurso ‘Rumble’ raises cash for local dementia support

20 October 2024
Thurso ‘Rumble’ raises cash for local dementia support

Thurso ‘Rumble’ raises cash for local dementia support

20 October 2024

The ‘Rock N Roll Rumble’ music event at the Park Hotel on Saturday, September 28 raised £1420.11 for Alzheimer Scotland with more cash to come too.


Mushroom season in Caithness can be deadly for dogs

20 October 2024
Mushroom season in Caithness can be deadly for dogs

Mushroom season in Caithness can be deadly for dogs

20 October 2024

With mushrooms abundant in places like Dunnet Forest in Caithness, local dog owners are warned about the potential dangers for their pets.


Discussion of creating new ‘art trail’ from Wick boating shed to harbour

19 October 2024
Discussion of creating new ‘art trail’ from Wick boating shed to harbour

Discussion of creating new ‘art trail’ from Wick boating shed to harbour

19 October 2024

The possibility of creating an art trail from Wick riverside to the harbour was discussed at a community council meeting.


Can you ride your jet ski on Loch Watten? Matter discussed at village meeting

17 October 2024
Can you ride your jet ski on Loch Watten? Matter discussed at village meeting

Can you ride your jet ski on Loch Watten? Matter discussed at village meeting

17 October 2024

The legalities of jet skiing on Loch Watten were discussed at a meeting of Watten Community Council on Monday (October 14).


PICTURES and VIDEO: Perfect day for a vintage ploughing match at Knockdee Farm in Caithness

17 October 2024
PICTURES and VIDEO: Perfect day for a vintage ploughing match at Knockdee Farm in Caithness

PICTURES and VIDEO: Perfect day for a vintage ploughing match at Knockdee Farm in Caithness

17 October 2024

Conditions could not have been better for the annual vintage tractor ploughing match held this year at Knockdee Farm near Gillock.


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