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Thurso glass artist Lords it up in London for prestigious event

18 January 2023
Thurso glass artist Lords it up in London for prestigious event

Thurso glass artist Lords it up in London for prestigious event

18 January 2023

Thurso glass artist Ian Pearson is heading off to the House of Lords in London at the end of January for an awards event in which he is shortlisted.


Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

18 January 2023
Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

Path to success as scenic Grey Bools walk is enhanced by Wick volunteers

18 January 2023

A project initiated by Wick Paths Group has succeeded in its goal to create a seven kilometre circular walking route at a popular scenic location.


Sudden death of Thurso man aged 55 – 'no suspicious circumstances'

18 January 2023
Sudden death of Thurso man aged 55 – 'no suspicious circumstances'

Sudden death of Thurso man aged 55 – 'no suspicious circumstances'

18 January 2023

Police Scotland said there were 'no suspicious circumstances' with regard to the death of a 55-year-old man in Thurso yesterday afternoon.


Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

18 January 2023
Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

Caithness area officer crosses the Pentland Firth for the Fishermen’s Mission

18 January 2023

The Caithness area officer for the Fishermen's Mission charity is extending her reach across the Pentland Firth to cover Orkney as well.


Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

17 January 2023
Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

Proposal to build highest onshore wind turbines in UK debated at Watten meeting

17 January 2023

A community group has vowed to fight plans for some of the tallest turbines in the UK on "one of the few remaining untouched areas" around Watten.


You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

17 January 2023
You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

You are 'guaranteed to be entertained' at Latheron Burns Supper 2023 this Saturday

17 January 2023

Latheron Hall Committee will host a Burns Supper this Saturday (January 21) in the village hall.


PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

17 January 2023
PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

PICTURES: Winter wonderland or blunderland? Fun and games for the kids but many struggle with the heavy snowfall in Caithness

17 January 2023

Children were out sledging due to school closures but several inches of snow across Caithness roads has brought chaos for drivers.


Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

16 January 2023
Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

Met Office warns of heavy snow and hail showers for Caithness

16 January 2023

The Met Office issued an update to warn of heavy snow and hail showers accumulating along with icy conditions and disruption to transport.


Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

16 January 2023
Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

Bower kids have a great time at festive evening

16 January 2023

Staff at Bower Primary School prove it's never too late to celebrate Christmas when they sent in pictures from last month's festive celebration.


Met Office Yellow Warning in place until Wednesday as ice and snow affects Caithness

16 January 2023
Met Office Yellow Warning in place until Wednesday as ice and snow affects Caithness

Met Office Yellow Warning in place until Wednesday as ice and snow affects Caithness

16 January 2023

The Met Office has a Yellow Warning in place over the next few days as it warns of frequent snow showers impacting Caithness.


After one year, how effective was the 'pothole killer' at fixing Caithness roads?

15 January 2023
After one year, how effective was the 'pothole killer' at fixing Caithness roads?

After one year, how effective was the 'pothole killer' at fixing Caithness roads?

15 January 2023

Today's National Pothole Day, provides a time for Caithness residents to reflect upon the state of the county's roads.


Lyth Arts Centre will showcase work of celebrated harpist Esther Swift who has been likened to Kate Bush and Björk

14 January 2023
Lyth Arts Centre will showcase work of celebrated harpist Esther Swift who has been likened to Kate Bush and Björk

Lyth Arts Centre will showcase work of celebrated harpist Esther Swift who has been likened to Kate Bush and Björk

14 January 2023

Scottish harpist Esther Swift will host an "intimate solo show" at Lyth Arts Centre on March 17 following a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe.


Wick-based author Kevin has plenty to Crowe about with writing accolade

13 January 2023
Wick-based author Kevin has plenty to Crowe about with writing accolade

Wick-based author Kevin has plenty to Crowe about with writing accolade

13 January 2023

Author and magazine editor Kevin Crowe talked of his delight at winning second prize in a Scottish short story competition.


Caithness stitchers receive first tapestry panels of 2023

13 January 2023
Caithness stitchers receive first tapestry panels of 2023

Caithness stitchers receive first tapestry panels of 2023

13 January 2023

The first panels of the Spirit of the Highlands and Islands Tapestry of 2023 were handed over to six stitching groups from the area this week.


Caithness residents urged not to miss out on prepayment meter fuel vouchers

10 January 2023
Caithness residents urged not to miss out on prepayment meter fuel vouchers

Caithness residents urged not to miss out on prepayment meter fuel vouchers

10 January 2023

Caithness consumers with prepayment gas and electricity meters are reminded to redeem energy rebate vouchers as the first expiry dates loom.


OBITUARY: Richard Polanski, WWII veteran from Dunbeath who was 'always Polish at heart'

10 January 2023
OBITUARY: Richard Polanski, WWII veteran from Dunbeath who was 'always Polish at heart'

OBITUARY: Richard Polanski, WWII veteran from Dunbeath who was 'always Polish at heart'

10 January 2023

The family of Richard Polanski from Dunbeath paid tribute to him after his death last month at the age of 101.


Strong winds are likely to cause some disruption tonight and tomorrow

10 January 2023
Strong winds are likely to cause some disruption tonight and tomorrow

Strong winds are likely to cause some disruption tonight and tomorrow

10 January 2023

The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning for high winds across the northern coast of Caithness tonight and tomorrow.


Appeal for information after reports of a robbery at a shop in Brora

10 January 2023
Appeal for information after reports of a robbery at a shop in Brora

Appeal for information after reports of a robbery at a shop in Brora

10 January 2023

Police Scotland is appealing for information following the report of a robbery at a shop in Brora.


Count the birds – Opportunity for Caithness farmers to aid biodiversity with next month's Big Farmland Bird Count

09 January 2023
Count the birds – Opportunity for Caithness farmers to aid biodiversity with next month's Big Farmland Bird Count

Count the birds – Opportunity for Caithness farmers to aid biodiversity with next month's Big Farmland Bird Count

09 January 2023

Next month's Big Farmland Bird Count will give local farmers a chance to review what they are doing to aid biodiversity recovery.


Coastguard called out for Wick incidents

09 January 2023
Coastguard called out for Wick incidents

Coastguard called out for Wick incidents

09 January 2023

Wick and Duncansby Coastguard teams were called out yesterday for two separate incidents in Wick.


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