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King’s garden party ‘honour’ for Thurso volunteer who helps children

A Thurso woman who volunteers her time to help make decisions on behalf of vulnerable children was “honoured” to have been recognised for her efforts.

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Can you give Caithness rescue cats Kali and Orion their forever homes?

Caithness Cats Protection is looking for forever homes for Kali, a friendly cat who had to be fully shaved, and six-year-old ginger Orion.

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Care report finds ‘weak’ leadership at Thurso nursery

A Care Inspectorate report about Mount Pleasant Nursery says weak leadership must be improved and the pace of change is too slow.

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Call for 'local bobbies' as police launch summer recruitment drive in Caithness

Police Scotland launches its summer recruitment drive in Caithness, seeking local people for rewarding policing careers close to home.

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Thurso plea for affordable rents at new high school community complex

Grassroots sports and arts groups should not be “priced out” of using Thurso High after its current base is replaced by a new campus.

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MSP calls for High Life Highland to review decision to withdraw leisure lifeline for disabled

The move has meant some users are facing a 450 per cent increase to access HLH-run facilities.

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‘The Groat taught me how to proofread’ – Wick-born writer releases a new novel and remembers working at the paper in the 1960s

Dorothy Miller, who writes under the pen-name Dorothy Stewart, has just released her latest murder mystery novel, ‘In Plain Sight’.

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PICTURES: ‘Enthusiasm and excitement’ for the ENABLE Caithness mid-summer buffet dance

The voluntary-run charity, which supports adults with learning disabilities, held the event at the Norseman Hotel.

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Caithness Councillor Willie Mackay embroiled in jailed rapist getting to keep taxi operator licence

Source reveal reason behind the decision and claims officials could have acted earlier.

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‘A golden goose to benefit from’: Thurso workers village could be built by next summer

The company behind plans to build temporary housing in Thurso for up to 500 incoming power line workers has confirmed the scheme remains live.

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PICTURES: First-time success for Bowermadden cattle exhibitor at Canisbay Show

A Bowermadden cattle exhibitor took the top honour at this year’s Canisbay Show.

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Search begins for new CEO to lead major Caithness mental health service

Could you lead the charity behind Wick's Discovery College? Centred Scotland begins its search for a CEO.

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PICTURES: Historic Faroese fishing smack 'Westward Ho!' makes emotional return to Wick after 30 years

The historic and beautifully preserved Faroese fishing smack Westward Ho! is berthed at Wick harbour and welcomes visitors to come on board.

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Housing estates ‘missing out’ on repairs over Thurso potholes ‘safety issue’

The parlous condition of many of the roads in Thurso’s Pennyland scheme has been spotlighted by the town’s community councillors.

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Caithness-Orkney ferry firm in bid for new shoreside building for passengers and staff

Passengers using a key ferry service between Caithness and Orkney could benefit from new waiting areas and other facilities which are being planned.

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Highland MSPs use ‘Great British Energy - Nuclear’ report to call for new Dounreay plant

That is despite refuses to reconsider its block on new atomic energy projects.

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Wick volunteers to join forces to spruce-up town ahead of gala week

Community-minded volunteers in Wick will be giving the town a spruce-up next week ahead of Wick Gala Week.

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Gaelic culture to shine at Highland-wide Blas Festival

The festival, which has showcased Gaelic language, music and culture since 2004, will take place throughout the Highlands from September 4-12.

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Caithness nail artist features in New York Times World Cup coverage

While Scotland’s World Cup journey has come to an end, a touch of Caithness creativity has left a lasting impression on the global stage.

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Heading south? Caithness travellers asked for views on new Inverness Park and Ride

Tired of finding Inverness parking after driving from Caithness to catch a bus south? Highland Council wants your input.