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‘So far, everybody has been really happy’: Stroma tours get positive feedback
The operators of boat trips to Stroma have been receiving “positive feedback from everybody” since launching the family venture this year.
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Support for young people starting work across the Highlands
Young people starting a new job this summer are being encouraged to check whether they could get help with the costs of getting into work.
Into the depths of mysterious Caithness caves
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: The alluring sea caves of the Caithness coast are a wonderful if daunting place to explore by sea kayak
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Deadly wildfire in Spain came within 4km of expat family from Caithness
The deadly wildfire in south-eastern Spain came within four kilometres of the home of an expat family from Caithness who moved there in 2022.
Wick man faces 12-month ban after dangerously overtaking on pavement
A man who mounted the kerb to overtake another vehicle has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving.
Rainy June saw electrical storms batter Wick
WEATHER WATCH: Keith Banks looks at the different definitions of ‘summer’ before assessing the weather for June in Wick
Family-run pet cremation service establishes new base in Caithness
A new family-owned pet cremation service has officially opened on the outskirts of Wick, bringing a much-needed facility back to the far north.
Driving ban for apprentice who rammed his car into vehicle after water gun fired at Thurso lorry park
A young Wick man has been fined for driving dangerously after a pursuit that was sparked by a man firing a water pistol at him.
Over £1.4m from charity fund splashed on salaries and expenses
The Whole Family Wellbeing Fund was a yearly grant given to each council area in Scotland and was to be used to improve the lives of families.
‘Just get it done and that’s the end of it’: Sheriff warns careless driver he must carry out unpaid work
A man who gesticulated abusively whilst driving carelessly has been issued with a community payback order.
Dounreay group’s role is neutral on future power
YOUR VIEWS: Letters to the editor from readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier
Freswick man’s success over adversity, Port plan cost ‘not justified’ and Contract move a ‘disgrace’
LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear
Frustration at delay to Caithness wind farm’s community benefit scheme
Operators of a wind farm in north Caithness have been quizzed over a hold-up in the community benefit fund it pledged to put in place.
Party time for Thurso Beavers to mark 40 years
The 2nd Thurso Beavers finished their season by holding a party to celebrate 40 years of the worldwide Scout movement.
Creative residency on the island of Stroma inspires art show
Five local female artists spent time together on Stroma last year – and the work they produced is now on display in Thurso.
Date set for councillors to reconsider taxi rapist licence decision
The date of a special meeting to reconsider the granting of a taxi operator’s licence in the name of a convicted rapist has now been set.
High Life Highland issues call for new board members
High Life Highland is seeking to appoint non-executive directors to help provide direction, advice and governance.
Highland funding opportunity to support community-led regeneration across the region
The fund creates an exciting opportunity for projects that can make a lasting difference to communities across the Highlands.
‘Truly amazing’ response as 63 volunteers join in Wick summer spruce-up
Support for the annual summer spruce-up in Wick was described as “truly amazing” after more than 60 volunteers joined forces for this year’s event.
Outing to Newton Hill Croft for Wick and District Gardening Club
Members of Wick and District Gardening Club were lucky with the weather as they enjoyed a warm and sunny day for their visit to Newton Hill Croft.