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Women in Caithness still have to fight harder than others for their basic rights
HOLYROOD NOTEBOOK: Rhoda Grant speaks of healthcare rights of Caithness women in her final column before the Scottish election
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Caithness man to be sentenced for sex assault
A 65-year-old Caithness man is awaiting sentence at Aberdeen Sheriff Court after admitting a sexual assault on a woman.
New report highlights ‘urgent risks’ from climate change impact on Highland communities
A new “stark” report published today has highlighted “urgent risks” related to climate change for communities across the Highlands.
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Call for money to be set aside for Wick pavement repairs
Some of Wick’s crumbling and uneven pavements are in danger of becoming as bad as potholed roads, the community council chairman has claimed.
Swathe of fresh budget proposals land from the Liberal Democrat opposition
They aim to support education, young people, parents, working families and tackle older people’s isolation.
‘It could work’: Woolworths building ‘definitely fits in’ with Wick Development Trust concept
The prospect of the former Woolworths store in Wick being brought back into use appears to have moved a step closer following a site visit.
Readers’ Manifesto: Far north MSP and SNP minister Maree Todd responds
She talks up the Scottish Government’s achievements in power.
Wick/Aberdeen flights ‘going from strength to strength’ as talks continue on funding
An 18-seat aircraft is now flying between Wick and Aberdeen, replacing the seven-seater that was brought in temporarily by Air Charter Scotland.
PICTURES and VIDEO: Can you spot the cork in this picture? Answer in this article about Lybster Men’s Shed - a community asset for skill sharing and camaraderie
The recently formed Lybster Men’s Shed has officially added a touch of ‘ancient order’ and political weight to its ranks, as we found out on Friday.
Have your say on NHS Highland’s new 10‑year health plan
Have your say on NHS Highland’s 10-year health strategy and help shape the future of care in Highland.
‘Easier to see the Pope than a GP’
GP vacancies across NHS Highland have been on the rise, new figures have revealed.
900-mile round trip for Reiss sheepdog handler to acquire ‘Gwen’ at Yorkshire sale
Tom McPhee, from Reiss near John O’Groats, was among the successful buyers at a sale of working sheepdogs at CCM Skipton on February 27.
American use of Wick airport for Iran strikes ‘must be ruled out’
The SNP Government is seeking clarity over access for 'offensive' operations in the middle east, weeks after the Highlands airport was linked to US special operations on a ship off the north coast.
TV star Paul Chuckle sets off on John O’Groats to Land’s End fundraising tour
Children’s TV star Paul Chuckle set off from John O’Groats on Tuesday on an end-to-end tour in support of a charity that is close to his heart.
‘A fantastic show of cattle’ as bullocks at Caithness centre sell to £2700
Caithness, Aberdeen and Northern Marts on Monday sold 759 store cattle.
WATCH: ‘Cone-centrate on the road ahead’ as we drive past 1000s of traffic cones on Smerlie road
Videos show a stretch of road connecting Achavanich and Lybster is “under siege” by a seemingly never-ending line of traffic cones.
‘Crucial’ A9 repairs near Thurso to get under way
Resurfacing on stretches of the A9 south of Thurso will take place later this month, according to trunk road operator, BEAR Scotland.
‘Far north would warmly welcome a small modular reactor in Caithness’ says far north MP
Fresh polling has prompted a renewed call from a far north MP for new nuclear developments.
More than 400 maternity complaints made to NHS Highland in 5 years
NHS Highland has received more than 400 complaints about its maternity care in the last five years, new figures show.
‘Multiple loud bangs, missiles being detonated’: Caithness woman tells of Dubai ordeal
A Caithness woman stranded in Dubai during the Middle East conflict has described the ordeal as “very scary” and said “everyone is very worried”.