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Challengers will have a chance to go for John O’Groats Strongest Man title
A change to the format of John O’Groats Strongest Man will allow members of the public to take up the challenge if they think they’re tough enough.
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Come and see Disney star Lightning McQueen at Puffin Croft this Friday
Disney favourite Lightning McQueen will be pulling into Puffin Croft animal petting farm near John O’Groats on Friday (July 24).
Scottish Government challenged over ‘questionable’ spending by council
Regional MSP Tim Eagle, has put written questions to the Scottish Government following our investigation.
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PICTURE SPECIAL: Highlights of the 2026 County Show in Thurso – It’s a 'brilliant crack,' said MSP David Green
As MSP David Green praises the ‘brilliant crack’ of the Caithness County Show, we highlight some of the events in this picture special.
PICTURES: Paws and applause as canine champions take to the ring at Saturday’s County Show in Thurso
See a selection of the canine competitors in this picture special highlighting Saturday’s dog show held at the 2026 County Show in Thurso.
‘It’s marvellous’: Sixty-year celebration for Caithness flower show
Apprentices at JGC made a diamond-shaped structure on which a spectacular floral dispay was created to mark the flower show’s first 60 years.
Northern Isles MP says farming and food must never be taken for granted
Caithness is “still a community that is serious about food production”, according Alistair Carmichael, the Lib Dem MP for Orkney and Shetland.
Younger members are maintaining the SWI tradition in Caithness
There are 13 SWI branches in Caithness and younger members are ensuring that the tradition remains strong, as could be seen at the County Show.
Wick childhood memories inspire musician’s new single
A musician who grew up in Wick is turning his memories into a collection of songs inspired by his hometown.
Winners across the livestock classes at 183rd County Show
UPDATED: A list of livestock winners from Caithness Agricultural Society’s 183rd County Show held at Thurso East on Saturday.
‘A great day’: 183rd County Show brings the community together at Thurso East
UPDATED: The 183rd County Show again succeeded in bringing the community together by offering “something for everyone”, president Fiona Swanson said.
Champion of champions title goes to commercial sheep group from Sibmister and Stainland
Crossbreeds were the last two standing of the 1000-plus livestock entries forward for Saturday’s County Show at Thurso East.
Standard ‘just keeps climbing’ in County Show open industrial tent
The future is bright for the open industrial section of the County Show, with youngsters playing their part alongside the more experienced entrants.
NHS Highland says rise in bookings shows ‘significant contribution’ made by patient lodges
NHS Highland has stressed that its patient lodges beside Raigmore provide “a supportive place to stay” for those who need to be close to services.
Magical family fun at Thurso enchanted garden day, with two more to come
A family fun day hosted by Thurso Community Development Trust was based on the theme of an enchanted garden – and it proved to be a magical success.
Three cruise ships bring more than 3500 visitors to Caithness
Scrabster Harbour enjoyed one of its busiest weeks of the cruise season.
‘We will create something magical’ — family shares dream plan to build children’s hospice in memory of beloved daughter
An Inverness family has shared their dream to open a children’s hospice in the Highlands in memory of their daughter.
Caithness supermarket unveils new self-service check-outs
Caithness’s biggest supermarket has added several new self-service-style tills.
Caithness County Show is the friendliest, says long-serving commentator
The Caithness County Show was praised for its “fabulous atmosphere” by the man who has been providing commentary at the event for 30 years.
YOUR VIEWS: Fun day Sunday, long-lost friends, rail v air and the derision of democracy
Letters to the editor of the Caithness Courier and the John O’Groat Journal