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Veteran Highland councillor in shock resignation
A veteran councillor has resigned with immediate effect citing “serious hate incidents” and social media trolling amongst her reasons.
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Altnabreac couple to stand trial at Wick – pair deny going on the rails as trains were approaching
A couple living beside a remote railway station in Caithness are alleged to have repeatedly stood on the rail track in the path of oncoming trains.
Charity appeals for Caithness volunteers to support people affected by crime
Scotland’s national charity supporting people affected by crime is searching for Caithness volunteers to help victims and witnesses.
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Wick provost praises volunteers for tidying the town and condemns unsightly shop fronts
Wick Paths Group (WPG) put out a “last minute” plea for volunteers to help clear up areas of the town on Saturday morning.
Domestic abuser punched holes in the walls
Defendant’s views described as ‘outdated and patriarchal’
WATCH: Lollipop man prank at Helmsdale causes outrage but YouTubers claim they were saving sheep
A YouTuber caused uproar after holding up traffic on the A9 at Helmsdale while dressed as a lollipop man.
Highland pair in court accused of endangering passengers by going on railway line
Ian Appleby, 48, and Elizabeth Howe, 49 are accused of crossing barriers onto the level crossing at Altnabreac Station, and onto the rail track while trains were approaching.
Timetable for looming A9 roadworks revealed
The timetable for roadworks on a key A9 link has been outlined before it starts later this month.
Caithness hospital gifted ECG unit by local heart group
Staff at Caithness General Hospital were delighted to receive a £6500 ECG unit funded by Caithness Heart Support Group.
Maree Todd welcomes progress on Highland affordable homes
Maree Todd has praised the SNP government’s record on new homes, saying it represents “a significant step forward in addressing the housing crisis”.
March ends on a high as Wick experiences warmest day so far
High temperatures of up to 18C are expected across Caithness this week as Wick experienced its warmest day of the year so far on Monday.
Proposed tourist tax should be used to address housing crisis, say Living Rent Highland campaigners
Campaigners have delivered a petition to Highland Council’s headquarters calling for a proposed tourist tax to be used to address the housing crisis.
Thurso care home set to open doors to community
Pentland View care home in Thurso is opening its doors to the local community for a coffee and cake event next weekend.
End of the road for Caithness cycling scheme after loss of funding
An acclaimed active travel programme that has promoted the benefits of cycling to thousands of people in the far north has come to an end.
North Coast 500 caravan park with ‘infinity pitches’ opens
A new beach-side caravan park has been officially opened on the North Coast 500.
Young people invited to apply for ‘unique and important’ role of Highland Youth Convener with Highland Council
The region’s new Youth Convener will attend meetings of Highland Council’s education committee.
‘Ahh, Castle of Mey’ - King praises regional media at Buckingham Palace reception
Quartet of Highland News and Media journalists attend reception at Buckingham Palace.
Highland Pride confirm new parade route for 2025
More details have been confirmed about the annual celebration of LGBTQ+ identities in the Highland capital this June.
From Gallows Hill to RAF Castletown: Olrig booklet revisits the past
Public hangings, an uprising over a corn shipment and a unique legacy of World War II feature in a booklet about the history of the Castletown area.
Caithness drivers could be fined £200 and get 6 penalty points if they fail to do this one thing on Sunday
With the clocks going forward an hour, Caithness drivers are warned to be aware of an issue that could land them in deep trouble.