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NHS Highland lost 40,000 nurse and midwife staff days due to ‘mental health crisis’
Highland Liberal Democrats warn nurses and midwives are ‘being pushed beyond reasonable limits’.
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‘No significant danger’: Caithness-born scientist gives reassurance over Dounreay beach particle
A cancer researcher has sought to calm concern following reports of a “significant” radioactive particle discovered near Dounreay.
Caithness rural residents seen as ‘disposable commodities’ in net-zero push
Rural residents are regarded as “disposable commodities” by the Scottish Government in the push for net-zero, a Caithness campaigner has said.
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Wick school path razor-wire hazard ‘requires immediate attention’
Damaged sections of razor wire have been posing “a clear hazard” to users of a public path alongside the former Wick High School.
Police investigate ‘abusive behaviour’ that halted GB Cup surfing event in Thurso
Police are investigating “abusive behaviour” that resulted in an international surfing competition in Thurso being brought to an abrupt halt.
Poltney Handbell Ringers host Hallowe’en Crunch event in Wick this week
Poltney Handbell Ringers hosts a fundraising coffee and lunch event on Thursday, October 30 (11am - 2pm) at the church hall on Moray Street, Wick.
PICTURE SPECIAL: Hollywood celebrities, 80s pop sensations and local artists celebrate launch of ‘Langwell’ book at Berriedale
The village of Berriedale played host to the great and the good, along with a few celebrities, for the launch of a book on the Langwell Estate.
Wick PSO flights grounded as Eastern Airways face administration
Eastern Airways has reportedly filed for administration, leaving the future of the subsidised Wick-Aberdeen service hanging in the balance.
‘Unusual fish’ with ‘mouthful of teeth’ discovered near Caithness beach
An unusual marine discovery has sparked curiosity near Dunnet Beach.
Highland school abuse and violence rockets 500% in five years sparking bid for protections for teachers
But officials worry about pupils ‘marginalised as a result of their behaviour’ amid demand for council to recognise ‘serious problem’.
‘If you put your mind to something, you really can achieve whatever you set out to achieve’ - female duo accomplish special goal
From Land’s End to John O’Groats, two friends pedal over 1000 miles for charity - Àban Outdoor.
Council says it’s only a ‘consultee’ and urges public not to swamp it with objections over Spittal-Beauly mega power line plan
Highland Council released a statement to highlight its role as a ‘consultee’ in the controversial Spittal to Beauly power line proposal.
Canisbay medical matter, ‘disillusioned’ councillors and a poignant trip for ‘Jervis Bay’ relatives
LOOKING BACK: From the archives of the Caithness Courier and John O’Groat Journal
‘Alarmist fussing’ over Mey BESS, increased traffic on Forss road and coffee morning thanks
YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier share their views
‘Courage, camaraderie and community spirit’ powers North Coast 500 cycle challenge
An intense cycling challenge along the North Coast 500 route has produced a major fundraising milestone for an organisation.
Town twinning blossoms between Thurso and German counterparts in Brilon
Representatives from Thurso’s Town Twinning Committee visited Brilon to celebrate an anniversary.
Deadline nearing for residents to take part in housing need and demand study
Highland Council is calling on householders who have not already completed the Housing Need and Demand survey to take part now.
‘She deserves to get her rest’ – Thurso dance stalwart makes final bow
Mina Mackay's retirement wish was to splash the cash remaining in her Highland dance school in Thurso on local good causes.
Schilthorn’s revolving restaurant is a far cry from Ptarmigan’s locked doors on Cairn Gorm
ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: John Davidson argues for a more relaxed approach to mountain access for Cairngorm funicular users as a new trial begins
It was a privilege to grow up in Caithness, writer Colin MacDonald tells book festival audience
Colin MacDonald told an audience in Wick this week about his enduring love for Caithness, saying: “It is never from my mind and always in my heart.”