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Offshore wind farm developers give assurance on Keiss beach access

Offshore wind farm developers say it is “unlikely” that the beach south of Keiss will need to be closed to the public during cable installation work.

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MeyGen offshore works ‘a step towards unlocking the full potential of tidal stream’

Newly completed offshore works at the world-leading MeyGen tidal stream project have been described as another step towards large-scale deployment.

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Top award for council in bus campaign

Delighted council chiefs have praised all involved after winning a UK award for their promotion of bus travel.

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Objector describes influx of renewables as “lose, lose, lose, lose”

Semi-retired Dr John Heathcote has used his experience in the engineering and science fields to find weakness in the planning applications.

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PICTURES: ‘Wonderful gift’ as Pentland View residents welcome Thurso Players for panto visit

Residents and guests at Pentland View care home in Thurso enjoyed a visit from members of the Thurso Players.

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‘There is a real appetite for further reform’ – crofting law plea to support rural Highlands

The next Scottish Government is being asked to ensure crofting remains a thriving way of life in the Highlands by bringing forward new legislation.

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Will we get a White Christmas?

Temperatures are set to fall as we near Christmas Day, but will the weather turn wintry in time for the big day?

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OBITUARY: Stanley J Morrison – fondly remembered Thurso character from Tall Tales bookshop

One of Thurso’s great characters, Stan Morrison, has passed away and will leave a massive gap in the town centre with the closure of his bookshop.

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Caithness group hands over £3000 worth of gifts to Wick hospital

A charitable group in the far north has donated around £3000 worth of goods to the local hospital in Wick.

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Superb award win caps memorable anniversary year for leading Highland business

Delighted staff at a top solicitors & estate agency have double cause to celebrate after capping an anniversary with success in a big competition.

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Stroma boat trips will open up ‘a whole new opportunity’ for tourism

A family business venture providing daily boat trips to Stroma will be a “huge asset” and will open up “a whole new opportunity” for visitors.

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New Year TV documentary will celebrate ‘tabloid teuchter’ Angus Òg

Wily islander Angus Òg rose to fame as the fictional hero of newspaper cartoons… Now he is about to become a TV personality in a BBC programme.

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Last meeting as Reay Beaver Scout group closes

The Beaver Scout unit at Reay has officially closed after the group had its final meeting earlier this month.

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‘Love is a four-legged word’: Lyth model and animal activist issues Christmas puppy warning

A Lyth-based model and animal activist has issued a heartfelt plea to locals not to buy puppies on a whim this festive season.

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All you need to know – Highland Council service arrangements over festive period 2025/2026

Highland Council has produced a detailed list of all its services and other essential information that may be required over the Christmas holidays.

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Woman (97) sees historic mill where she was born full of life again

A 97-year-old Caithness woman who was born in the 19th-century mill at Castletown has returned to see the completed renovation of her former home.

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MP’s call for lighthouse at Strathy, fury over plan to axe air links and Thurso sports centre plan

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Royal gift is icing on the cake for pupils

Every year pupils at Crossroads Primary on the north coast are given a cake with a royal seal of approval – and this year has been no exception.

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New pilot resource launched to help put community projects on the map

Highland Council has launched a new interactive map in a bid to improve how community projects across the region are funded.

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Help for Caithness farmers and crofters in fuel poverty with at least £400 payments

The RSABI is reminding the Caithness agricultural community about its Help for Heating payments, providing a minimum of £400 to help heat your home.