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Former Wick High pupils write bestselling book

04 September 2024
Former Wick High pupils write bestselling book

Former Wick High pupils write bestselling book

04 September 2024

Two former Wick High School pupils have launched a book of Scottish fiction that has become an Amazon number one bestseller over multiple categories.


Delay to new bin rollout in Caithness

04 September 2024
Delay to new bin rollout in Caithness

Delay to new bin rollout in Caithness

04 September 2024

Householders in Caithness will have to wait a bit longer before their new recycle bins arrive, announced Highland Council.


Maree Todd MSP emphasises the importance of SNP free prescription policy

04 September 2024
Maree Todd MSP emphasises the importance of SNP free prescription policy

Maree Todd MSP emphasises the importance of SNP free prescription policy

04 September 2024

The SNP MSP for Caithness, Sutherland and Ross, Maree Todd, highlighted how the importance of free prescriptions during the cost of living crisis.


PICTURE SPECIAL: WWII shipwreck off Wick coastline ‘flies’ ensign flag again after more than 80 years – poignant tribute to HMS Exmouth torpedoed by Nazi sub in 1940

02 September 2024
PICTURE SPECIAL: WWII shipwreck off Wick coastline ‘flies’ ensign flag again after more than 80 years – poignant tribute to HMS Exmouth torpedoed by Nazi sub in 1940

PICTURE SPECIAL: WWII shipwreck off Wick coastline ‘flies’ ensign flag again after more than 80 years – poignant tribute to HMS Exmouth torpedoed by Nazi sub in 1940

02 September 2024

A poignant series of photographs detailed the moment an ensign flag was raised in tribute on a WWII shipwreck off the Wick coastline.


Wick author’s new homeless charity book written in a single day

02 September 2024
Wick author’s new homeless charity book written in a single day

Wick author’s new homeless charity book written in a single day

02 September 2024

After publishing his debut book earlier this year a Wick author has a new novella about homelessness that was written in just one day.


Positive report for Pennyland Primary Nursery after prior failings addressed

31 August 2024
Positive report for Pennyland Primary Nursery after prior failings addressed

Positive report for Pennyland Primary Nursery after prior failings addressed

31 August 2024

Pennyland Early Learning and Childcare in Thurso has received a glowing report from the Care Inspectorate after an unannounced visit to the nursery.


Stone backs motion to protect Highland pensioners from Winter Fuel Payment cut

30 August 2024
Stone backs motion to protect Highland pensioners from Winter Fuel Payment cut

Stone backs motion to protect Highland pensioners from Winter Fuel Payment cut

30 August 2024

Far north MP Jamie Stone has backed a motion in Parliament to block government plans to scrap Winter Fuel Payments for most pensioners.


Vote for Thurso’s Highland Hospice and give the staff an early Christmas present

29 August 2024
Vote for Thurso’s Highland Hospice and give the staff an early Christmas present

Vote for Thurso’s Highland Hospice and give the staff an early Christmas present

29 August 2024

Highland Hospice in Thurso is in the running to be declared one of the UK’s best charity shops and now seeks your votes.


Puffin Croft hen transitions sex to become a rooster and fathers chicks

29 August 2024
Puffin Croft hen transitions sex to become a rooster and fathers chicks

Puffin Croft hen transitions sex to become a rooster and fathers chicks

29 August 2024

A Caithness petting farm has an unusual tale to tell of a hermaphrodite chicken who changed sex from a female hen to a male rooster.


Read about the Night Pixie’s fear of ‘dandelion farts’ in Thurso author’s new kids’ book

28 August 2024
Read about the Night Pixie’s fear of ‘dandelion farts’ in Thurso author’s new kids’ book

Read about the Night Pixie’s fear of ‘dandelion farts’ in Thurso author’s new kids’ book

28 August 2024

A Scottish Book Trust award winner from Thurso has a new illustrated children’s book available for pre-order.


Leap to success in 2024 for Wick-based gymnastics club as it seeks sponsors

28 August 2024
Leap to success in 2024 for Wick-based gymnastics club as it seeks sponsors

Leap to success in 2024 for Wick-based gymnastics club as it seeks sponsors

28 August 2024

A Wick-based gymnastics club says that 2024 is shaping up to be its most successful year so far and is now looking for sponsors.


‘Wonderful intimate atmosphere’ as jazz duo set for Reay Village Hall next month

28 August 2024
‘Wonderful intimate atmosphere’ as jazz duo set for Reay Village Hall next month

‘Wonderful intimate atmosphere’ as jazz duo set for Reay Village Hall next month

28 August 2024

A special treat is in store for the people of Reay with a jazz duo set to visit the village on September 25.


Family history talk on researching National Library of Scotland resources

28 August 2024
Family history talk on researching National Library of Scotland resources

Family history talk on researching National Library of Scotland resources

28 August 2024

On September 10, the Caithness Family History Society hosts an online presentation on using the National Library of Scotland resources for research.


Sweet smell of success as Caithness Aromatics gains international deal

27 August 2024
Sweet smell of success as Caithness Aromatics gains international deal

Sweet smell of success as Caithness Aromatics gains international deal

27 August 2024

A Halkirk-based company is delighted to have secured a wholesale American stockist for a range of its home fragrances.


Inspection report says Castletown Primary helps children be ‘confident individuals and responsible citizens’

27 August 2024
Inspection report says Castletown Primary helps children be ‘confident individuals and responsible citizens’

Inspection report says Castletown Primary helps children be ‘confident individuals and responsible citizens’

27 August 2024

Castletown Primary School’s glowing inspection report issued today (August 27) highlights key strengths with pupils and teaching staff.


Thurso High School teacher receives award for transforming classics department

27 August 2024
Thurso High School teacher receives award for transforming classics department

Thurso High School teacher receives award for transforming classics department

27 August 2024

The ‘infectious enthusiasm’ of a Thurso High School teacher has seen a major rise in pupils studying classics with 70 per cent achieving an A grade.


Find out about Camster regeneration plans at public events

26 August 2024
Find out about Camster regeneration plans at public events

Find out about Camster regeneration plans at public events

26 August 2024

A new charity organisation that intends to restore blanket bogs and develop land in the Camster area is holding public consultation events.


PICTURE SPECIAL: Family fun for all at Thrumster Game and Countryside Fair

26 August 2024
PICTURE SPECIAL: Family fun for all at Thrumster Game and Countryside Fair

PICTURE SPECIAL: Family fun for all at Thrumster Game and Countryside Fair

26 August 2024

Thrumster Game and Countryside Fair returned with an array of demonstrations, local food and drink stands along with many family activities.


Ambitious development plan for Camster area incorporates Flow Country restoration with recreation

10 August 2024
Ambitious development plan for Camster area incorporates Flow Country restoration with recreation

Ambitious development plan for Camster area incorporates Flow Country restoration with recreation

10 August 2024

Blanket bog at Camster will be restored and land developed for recreational and educational purposes, thanks to a new charity organisation.


‘Happy 150th Wick Railway Station,’ says local artist

09 August 2024
‘Happy 150th Wick Railway Station,’ says local artist

‘Happy 150th Wick Railway Station,’ says local artist

09 August 2024

Caithness artist Ian Charles Scott has donated one of his works to Wick Railway Station to celebrate its 150th birthday.


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