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Thurso wrestling smackdown does not disappoint

Thurso wrestling smackdown does not disappoint

Caithness Pro Westling title bout null and void after tag team storm ring


Morrison and Bain take Pairs League trophy at Thurso

Morrison and Bain take Pairs League trophy at Thurso

Alan Morrison and Marina Bain made up for the previous week's disappointment when they lifted the Pairs League trophy at Thurso Bowling Club.


Fifth consecutive Highland Rally title for Bower YFC

Fifth consecutive Highland Rally title for Bower YFC

Bower came out on top for a fifth consecutive time at the annual Highland Rally organised by SAYFC, held at Quoybrae mart.


Scout groups join together for Jamboree on the Trail

Scout groups join together for Jamboree on the Trail

Members of 1st Wick Scout Group joined up with 1st Dunnet Bay to take part in the annual Jamboree on the Trail.


Plans well in hand for Thurso's third Midsummer Madness

Plans well in hand for Thurso's third Midsummer Madness

Thurso Town Improvements Association (TTIA) is gearing up for another fun-filled Midsummer Madness weekend.


Council carrying out 'deep clean' of Wick town centre

Council carrying out 'deep clean' of Wick town centre

Council staff have embarked on a "deep clean" of Wick town centre, with spillages and bird mess being removed using a high-pressure hose.


Wick John O'Groats Airport not affected by June strike action

Wick John O'Groats Airport not affected by June strike action

A strike is planned at airports in the Highlands in June as part of action by air traffic controllers, but Wick John O'Groats will not be affected.


Apprentices mechanics show driving ambition

Apprentices mechanics show driving ambition

Seven Highland Council apprentices studying with Moray Firth Training have reached the end of their third year.


'Fresh start' as funding package is agreed for Caithness Horizons

'Fresh start' as funding package is agreed for Caithness Horizons

A lifeline funding package of over £400,000 to help Caithness Horizons reopen has been agreed by Highland Council.


French kids visit Wick museum

French kids visit Wick museum

French exchange students and teaching staff came to Wick to visit the local heritage museum


New survey at MeyGen tidal site

New survey at MeyGen tidal site

A new seabed survey started this week in the Pentland Firth as part of the next stage of the MeyGen tidal energy project.


Map could help community projects on North Coast 500

Map could help community projects on North Coast 500

A map which could help communities develop projects following the success of the popular North Coast 500 route is "a valuable tool".


Caithness MS Group in appeal for volunteers

Caithness MS Group in appeal for volunteers

A charity that offers emotional support, complementary therapies and counselling for people affected by MS is appealing for volunteers in Caithness.


Chalmers lands Hovig trophy at Loch Toftingall

Chalmers lands Hovig trophy at Loch Toftingall

Dounreay Fly Fishing Association members arrived at Loch Toftingall to find the water was nice and clear after the previous week’s May Gobs weather.


Musical picnic day in Brough Bay lighthouse store

Musical picnic day in Brough Bay lighthouse store

Rain failed to dampen the spirits of those who gathered for Brough Bay Association’s picnic day on Sunday.


Funding bodies to attend Wick event

Funding bodies to attend Wick event

The Pulteney Centre in Wick is the venue for a funding event on Wednesday, June 12.


Orcas delight onlookers in close encounter at Trinkie

Orcas delight onlookers in close encounter at Trinkie

Excited wildlife-watchers had a close encounter with a pod of seven killer whales at Wick’s South Head.


Farmers preparing to gather for NSA Highland Sheep 2019 in Caithness

Farmers preparing to gather for NSA Highland Sheep 2019 in Caithness

Sheep farmers from all over Scotland will be beating a path to Caithness for Scotland’s major sheep event this year at Sibmister, Murkle, on June 12.


NHS cash injection the perfect tonic says north MP Stone

NHS cash injection the perfect tonic says north MP Stone

Liberal Democrat MP supports bail-out following NHS Highland's overspend


Future of Horizons to be decided at council meeting

Future of Horizons to be decided at council meeting

A decision on the future of Caithness Horizons museum and gallery in Thurso will be made by Highland Council today.


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