National Fishing Remembrance Day will highlight the need to ensure the safety of those who rely on the sea for their livelihood, says Jackie Dodds.
The Seafarers Memorial was the backdrop as Wick played its part in a new commemoration of those who have lost their lives in the fishing industry.
A gay man from the far north recounts the experience of being given hallucinogenic drugs in a bid to change his sexuality.
The public is “shouting” for flights between Caithness, Edinburgh and Glasgow as well as to Orkney, a Thurso community councillor has claimed.
The charity at the forefront of Wick’s town centre lanes project has thanked local residents for playing their part in the design process.
Woodturning enthusiasts in Caithness will celebrate a 20-year anniversary by holding a demonstration day at Castlehill Heritage Centre on May 25.
The work being done to help diversify and grow the Caithness and North Sutherland economy has been highlighted at the STUC conference in Dundee.
When the 2nd Thurso Beavers first met, the weekly “subs” were just 20 pence – and the town’s provost was among the young Scouts earning their badges!
To conclude their project on the fated Titanic ship, P6 pupils at Pennyland Primary School in Thurso held a successful open afternoon event.
Places of interest around Sandside, Reay, have been highlighted in a new illustrated sign thanks to Caithness West Community Council.
Beautiful Botanicals by Joanne Howdle
Six new schemes to help reduce single-use packaging on-the-go have been launched in the Highlands.
Wick-born author Dorothy Stewart (née Miller) is celebrating her 75th birthday with the publication of her 15th book, entitled Loose Ends.
A free event in Wick St Fergus Church Hall on May 25 will be a showcase for local community groups and the wide-ranging work they do.
This week’s letters from John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier readers touch on a range of subjects.
Residents at a Thurso care home enjoyed a nostalgic day out when they ventured along the coast to make the most of good weather at John O’Groats.
News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear
Blind and partially sighted people in Caithness will be able to receive in-person support at upcoming events with a leading sight loss charity.
Aurora hunters were in force last night after the intense solar activity resulted in an incredible northern lights display.
Anti-wind farm campaigners are celebrating after the scrapping of plans to develop a nine-turbine scheme on the north Sutherland coast.
