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Caithness campaigner claims AI data centres threaten rural landscapes
A campaigner has identified what he sees as a potential new threat to landscapes in the north – this time from a projected boom in AI data centres.
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Police crackdown on Wick shoplifting spree and Lybster drug supply: Battle to clean up Caithness streets highlighted in report
An update from Police Scotland’s local division shows a variety of crimes officers have been busy tackling across Caithness.
Highland hotels and restaurants join national hospitality campaign
Highland Coast Hotels and Turas Hotels are among Highland venues joining the UK-wide Help Out Hospitality campaign.
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Wick patient left waiting nearly two years for hearing aids
Some patients are waiting nearly two years for hearing tests and hearing aids, with Highland waits more than triple the national target.
‘Hard working’ volunteers benefit from ‘generous legacy’ of Baxters family
More than £100,000 has been donated by a charitable organisation in the north and north-east.
‘Lifeline’ Wick air route vital for boosting tourism and attracting workers, says far north business leader
Trudy Morris emphasised that flights to and from Caithness bring “key connectivity” as she welcomed this week’s return of the Wick/Aberdeen service.
Obituary: John MacRae, piper, photographer and family man
With the passing of John MacRae, Caithness, and Thurso in particular, lost a well-known figure who had key roles in many public and private events.
‘We are absolutely committed to the cause’: Highland Council leader praises teamwork as scheduled flights return to Wick
Raymond Bremner highlighted the team effort that has resulted in Air Charter Scotland becoming the new operator of the Wick/Aberdeen PSO route.
Almost half of under 25s accessing support for cocaine use charity data reveals
Figures show 43 per cent of under 25s contacting a Highland help service over the past four months sought help for cocaine use.
Wick’s damaged roads run contrary to the ‘Safer Routes to School’ initiative, says community council
The local community council discussed how the rate of deterioration of Wick’s roads has been exacerbated by the recent snow and ice.
Inverness-Dublin flights to return
Direct flights to and from Ireland’s capital will return to Inverness Airport from May, it has been announced.
‘This is about hope for a generation’: South Sudan duo heading for Caithness on 730-mile fundraising walk
Two friends from South Sudan are walking the length of the British mainland, raising money to build a school in a refugee camp.
‘Our complete focus is on making this route work’: Air Charter Scotland pledge over Wick/Aberdeen flights
Air travellers have been given an assurance that the new operator of the Wick/Aberdeen service will not “cancel flights at the drop of a hat”.
Isobel retiring from Thurso paint shop after more than 40 years of dedicated service
Isobel McCarthy began working a couple of days a week, intending it to be short-term, but four decades on she was still loyally serving the public.
‘We Were Stuck’: Caithness snow crisis reignites fight for medical autonomy and infrastructure
The recent snowstorms highlighted how isolated Caithness can become and exposed its vulnerabilities regarding food, travel and health.
‘4000 miles, 25,000 hours …’ – Highland Council hails ‘tireless’ roads effort by gritting teams as last snow-hit route reopens
Highland Council has applauded gritting teams who worked “tirelessly” through 25,000 hours to keep the Highland roads open in severe winter weather.
Highland drug and alcohol charity first of its kind in the UK
A new Highland drugs and alcohol charity is providing support through a fully virtual approach.
Council management shake-up complete as new face joins top team
A new face has joined the senior management team at Highland Council following a shake-up aimed at streamlining its management structure.
Spittal to Peterhead subsea cable works to begin in Caithness
Work to prepare for the Spittal to Peterhead subsea cable is expected to get under way in Caithness later this month.
£50,000 up for grabs for Highlands entrepreneurs
Highland entrepreneurs can apply for up to £50,000 through the Scottish EDGE competition.