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‘Disappointing response’ to call for feedback on £100m Thurso scheme
More people are being encouraged to give their feedback on the ambitious plans in the pipeline to redevelop the Thurso High site.
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Thurso’s ‘Caithness Violinist’ hits high note as double finalist in national wedding awards
A solo violinist from Thurso has put Caithness on the map after being the only rep from the county at a prestigious wedding awards event.
Highland freshwater conservation project wins national Green Apple Award
A freshwater conservation project that has delivered both habitat and heritage benefits has been recognised with a national Green Apple Award.
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’E Groat marks 190 years as the voice of Caithness
The John O’Groat Journal celebrates 190 years of giving the county of Caithness and its people a voice this Monday.
Call for farmers and crofters to join bird count as ‘custodians of the countryside’
There is less than a week to go until the start of the annual census of farmland birds and land managers in the far north are being urged to sign up.
NATO allies stand shoulder to shoulder, Teachers face fresh challenges and History repeating itself?
YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier share their opinions in our letters section
Plea for phone connection at Freswick, Swimming club plan for Wick and Rotary aid for dyslexia project
LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear
Scrabster braes work part of ‘extensive programme’ of improvements on A9 in north
A series of improvements and safeguards is being put in place on the trunk road network in the north of Scotland, according to operator BEAR Scotland.
CAMEO showcase brings emerging Caithness musicians to the stage
A packed crowd and roaring applause filled the Central Bar in Thurso, as a live music showcase took place, writes Maisie Swart.
Staying grounded: Free mental health support for young Caithness farmers
Young farmers and crofters in Caithness are being invited to join a free mental health training pilot.
Nashville hits Caithness – Country Superstars set for Wick Assembly Rooms
Nashville is coming to Caithness with the international touring show Country Superstars at Wick Assembly Rooms on April 7.
North police defend lack of attendance at monthly community meetings
Police Scotland has defended not routinely dispatching officers to attend community council meetings in the north Highlands.
PICTURES: Specialist cops arrive after alleged drugs operation busted at former Wick High School
After an alleged cannabis cultivation was discovered at a former school in Wick, specialist police were seen arriving at the scene this morning.
Highland tribute paid to Liberal Democrat Jim Wallace who died at the age of 71
Friend and colleague David Green said he was ‘principled, compassionate, and respectful’.
Two men and teenager appear in court in connection with former Wick High School cannabis cultivation
Two men and a teenager have been charged with being involved in the production of drugs and being concerned in their supply.
Greens MSP welcomes support for new rule on protection of internationally recognised Ramsar wetlands sites
MSP Ariane Burgess said the change marked a “special day” for Scotland’s environment.
Respite campaigner’s call for greater support for parents of autistic children in Caithness
Parents of autistic children in the far north are being ‘hung out to dry’, a campaigner has said.
Drugs raid at former Wick High School buildings – cannabis farm discovered and three arrests made
Multiple police and dogs descended upon the former Wick High School buildings today and three men were arrested for operating a cannabis farm.
‘We have contact’ – Wick High pupils to get direct line to International Space Station
Pupils at a Caithness high school are to get the chance to speak to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station later this year.
Boost for Moray and Highland distilleries as major deal with China worth £250m confirmed
A major whisky deal with China is set to provide a timely £250 million boost to the embattled industry.