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The Forbes-Swinney partnership is a good move for the SNP but should there be an election?

The Forbes-Swinney partnership is a good move for the SNP but should there be an election?

In less than two years Scotland has had three Prime Ministers and will get its third First Minister – without a vote.


What could John Swinney and Kate Forbes working together mean for the Highlands?

What could John Swinney and Kate Forbes working together mean for the Highlands?

Kate Forbes says the SNP must ‘rewin trust’ but is change possible for a party after 17 years in power?


Halkirk man cleared of fraud charges

Halkirk man cleared of fraud charges

A man has been cleared of fraud related to ink cartridges and securing unauthorised access to a programme while working for North Point Distillery.


Still blazing after two days – Sibster field on fire again

Still blazing after two days – Sibster field on fire again

A moorland fire was witnessed to be still active along the Sibster road this afternoon after two days.


Wick man threatened police with meat cleaver and kitchen knife at Castletown property

Wick man threatened police with meat cleaver and kitchen knife at Castletown property

Two armed response teams were called to a Caithness village amid a stand-off between police and an angry man threatening them with a meat cleaver.


BREAKING: Kate Forbes will NOT run to be First Minister, instead she backs John Swinney

BREAKING: Kate Forbes will NOT run to be First Minister, instead she backs John Swinney

She says ‘the best way to deliver the urgent change Scotland needs is to join with John Swinney’.


MacNab hat-trick sends Staxigoe through to quarter-finals

MacNab hat-trick sends Staxigoe through to quarter-finals

Graham MacNab hit a hat-trick as Staxigoe progressed to the last eight of the Colin Macleod Memorial Cup with a 3-0 victory over John O’Groats.


Thurso primary Mount Pleasant celebrates new toy storage unit thanks to parent council

Thurso primary Mount Pleasant celebrates new toy storage unit thanks to parent council

Parents at a Thurso primary school have helped purchase a long-lasting container to store the pupils’ outdoor toys.


Caithness beach cleaners head over the Ord on a mission – 30 creels and a huge pile of fenders removed at Helmsdale

Caithness beach cleaners head over the Ord on a mission – 30 creels and a huge pile of fenders removed at Helmsdale

Caithness Beach Cleans eco group took a trip over the Ord to Sutherland for some well-needed coastal cleaning.


When should I put a Power of Attorney in place?

When should I put a Power of Attorney in place?

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


Erridge helps Caithness to victory on football pitch… the day after rugby triumph

Erridge helps Caithness to victory on football pitch… the day after rugby triumph

Carly Erridge helped the Krakens secure rugby’s National Plate on Saturday, then scored on the football pitch on Sunday as Caithness won at Nairn.


Fish landings down at Scrabster but on the rise at Kinlochbervie

Fish landings down at Scrabster but on the rise at Kinlochbervie

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.


NHS Highland gets recognition for international recruitment

NHS Highland gets recognition for international recruitment

NHS Highland has been recognised for the way it treats overseas staff, such as three assistant practitioners from Kenya who are working in Caithness.


Wilson hopes Orkney Sevens will be ‘perfect way to round off season’

Wilson hopes Orkney Sevens will be ‘perfect way to round off season’

Yorkshire-born Cole Wilson is looking forward to his first taste of Orkney Sevens with the Greens, saying: “I’ve heard it is a top-class day out.”


Energy company accused of being ‘dismissive’ over impact on birdlife at Swarclett

Energy company accused of being ‘dismissive’ over impact on birdlife at Swarclett

The renewable energy company planning Swarclett Wind Farm has been accused of taking a “dismissive” attitude over the potential impact on birdlife.


NICKY MARR: Humza Yousaf was the least likely to get my vote

NICKY MARR: Humza Yousaf was the least likely to get my vote

With not a single rural MSP in the Scottish cabinet since Humza Yousaf came to power, we have been forgotten, says our columnist.


The Thurso scientist who left his mark after Titanic disaster

The Thurso scientist who left his mark after Titanic disaster

Thurso’s Heritage by a Thirsa Loon


Sparkling 67 secures scratch trophy for Munro in Ronnie Wallace Open

Sparkling 67 secures scratch trophy for Munro in Ronnie Wallace Open

Reay hosted the Ronnie Wallace Open, sponsored by Norbloc Construction, with the prizes on offer attracting a field of more than 60 players.


Thurso set to welcome dozens of vintage and historic lorries

Thurso set to welcome dozens of vintage and historic lorries

A convoy of vintage lorries and other commercial vehicles is set to hit the streets en route to Thurso this Saturday.


Swerving motorist was nearly 7 times drink-drive limit when followed on A9 out of Thurso

Swerving motorist was nearly 7 times drink-drive limit when followed on A9 out of Thurso

A sheriff has called for a background report on a “potentially dangerous” drink-driver who was almost seven times the limit.


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