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Author follows in the footsteps of ghosts with new book 'The Stone of Destiny'

28 October 2022
Author follows in the footsteps of ghosts with new book 'The Stone of Destiny'

Author follows in the footsteps of ghosts with new book 'The Stone of Destiny'

28 October 2022

This Halloween sees the release of The Stone of Destiny, the second instalment of Andrew Neil MacLeod’s The Casebook of Johnson and Boswell trilogy.


All far north trains cancelled on Saturday due to strike action

28 October 2022
All far north trains cancelled on Saturday due to strike action

All far north trains cancelled on Saturday due to strike action

28 October 2022

Train users in Caithness are reminded that no services will be running tomorrow (October 29) due to strike action over pay.


Caithness Family History group hosts special online presentation

27 October 2022
Caithness Family History group hosts special online presentation

Caithness Family History group hosts special online presentation

27 October 2022

Caithness Family History Society’s November meeting is an online presentation – Tips and Tricks for Getting the Best out of www.scottishindexes.com


Spittal resident's anger over A9 road issue letter from BEAR Scotland

27 October 2022
Spittal resident's anger over A9 road issue letter from BEAR Scotland

Spittal resident's anger over A9 road issue letter from BEAR Scotland

27 October 2022

A Spittal resident was left fuming after being told that BEAR Scotland is not taking action over speeding vehicles.


After top award nomination, Wick optometrist is now recognised for 'clinical excellence'

27 October 2022
After top award nomination, Wick optometrist is now recognised for 'clinical excellence'

After top award nomination, Wick optometrist is now recognised for 'clinical excellence'

27 October 2022

A Wick optician has now been honoured by the founders of Specsavers after recently being nominated for a top optometry industry award.


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.


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