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Local talk on old Watten Mill at village hall soon

Local talk on old Watten Mill at village hall soon

Local talk on old Watten Mill at village hall soon

08 May 2024

Caithness Family History Society’s next talk is about old Watten Mill and the family that operated it over many years.


Thurso High School’s games hall changing rooms to be demolished, Highland Council confirms

Thurso High School’s games hall changing rooms to be demolished, Highland Council confirms

Thurso High School’s games hall changing rooms to be demolished, Highland Council confirms

04 May 2024

Changing rooms at the games hall in Thurso High School are due to be demolished this year, it has been confirmed by Highland Council.


When should I put a Power of Attorney in place?

When should I put a Power of Attorney in place?

When should I put a Power of Attorney in place?

02 May 2024

Julie Doncaster of Harper Macleod explains how a Power of Attorney can be beneficial


Fish landings down at Scrabster but on the rise at Kinlochbervie

Fish landings down at Scrabster but on the rise at Kinlochbervie

Fish landings down at Scrabster but on the rise at Kinlochbervie

02 May 2024

The value of fish landings at Scrabster harbour dropped by 40 per cent in March compared to the same month last year, according to new figures.


The Thurso scientist who left his mark after Titanic disaster

The Thurso scientist who left his mark after Titanic disaster

The Thurso scientist who left his mark after Titanic disaster

01 May 2024

Thurso’s Heritage by a Thirsa Loon


£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024

The annual salaries for newly appointed Highland Council assistant chief executives has been revealed - each earning £124,787.


Wick drama club visits Caithness archive

Wick drama club visits Caithness archive

Wick drama club visits Caithness archive

30 April 2024

A Wick-based amateur dramatic group paid a visit to the local archives near the town’s airport on April 10.


New historic details revealed on the lives of Caithness cave dwellers

New historic details revealed on the lives of Caithness cave dwellers

New historic details revealed on the lives of Caithness cave dwellers

30 April 2024

An academic study of the historic cave dwellers of Caithness reveals little-known details of the people who called these inhospitable places home.


PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

PICTURES: Volunteers bring delight to Thurso pupils at spring reading sessions

28 April 2024

Miller Academy Primary was an extra busy school on two recent Wednesdays, due to 60 family members volunteering to read to the children.


Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

Highland public asked to help shape transport vision for next 20 years

28 April 2024

Members of the public can have their say on a 20-year vision for improved transport in the Highlands and Islands.


Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

28 April 2024

Making Space for Nature by Eilidh-Ann Philips


New dads in Highlands can get help from new DadPad app

New dads in Highlands can get help from new DadPad app

New dads in Highlands can get help from new DadPad app

27 April 2024

NHS Highland has launched an app to help new dads in the north cope with the significant change in their life.


The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

25 April 2024

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 (HIFAD) has launched for entries.


Inspectors visit Lybster primary school and issue report on strengths and weaknesses

Inspectors visit Lybster primary school and issue report on strengths and weaknesses

Inspectors visit Lybster primary school and issue report on strengths and weaknesses

24 April 2024

Lybster primary school and nursery class were assessed by inspectors with key strengths and areas to be improved highlighted.


Caithness and north Sutherland venues urged to take part in Doors Open Days

Caithness and north Sutherland venues urged to take part in Doors Open Days

Caithness and north Sutherland venues urged to take part in Doors Open Days

23 April 2024

Far north venues are being encouraged to sign up for this year’s Doors Open Days festival which has a ‘Routes, Networks and Connections’ theme.


New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

New World War II exhibition at Castlehill Heritage Centre to highlight Castletown’s war story

14 April 2024

A newly-refurbished area of the Castlehill Heritage Centre, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, will be officially opened next month.


WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

WEATHER WATCH: Another mild March for Wick as wind hits storm force

14 April 2024

Weather Watch by Keith Banks


Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024

Highland strongman, Luke Stoltman has been crowned Europe’s Strongest Man.


New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Caithness

11 April 2024

The Crofting Commission has announced a new initiative designed to strengthen the crofting sector by engaging with landlords of vacant crofts.


Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024

Giving business leaders peace of mind is at the heart of a Highland IT firms’ mission.


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