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‘We’ve done it at Dunnet’ – rare butterflies return to Caithness site thanks to environmental project

Caithness volunteers can give themselves a pat on the back for helping a rare butterfly come back from the brink to find a home in the county.

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Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

If you have ever wanted to become a journalist, applications are now open for a new scheme that could mark the start of your dream career.

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Council warns of snow on all Caithness routes today

With snow affecting routes around the county, Highland Council has issued a winter road conditions report for today (Tuesday, November 19).

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Giant wind farm off Caithness coast would have 355m high turbines and produce 2GW of electricity

A planned offshore wind farm that looks set to dwarf the neighbouring Beatrice development would be a “low-risk” option, according to its developers.

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Heavy snow and rapid thaw to pose flooding risk this weekend

Heavy snow followed by a rapid thaw and rain could cause disruption to many parts of the Highland this weekend, the Met Office has warned.

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Christmas craft fair at Dunbeath museum

Dunbeath Heritage Museum will be hosting a special craft night and raising funds for the local primary school next week.

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Wintry conditions in Caithness may lead to power cuts

The Met Office says snow and ice will likely result in difficult travelling conditions and possible power cuts in Caithness.

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Met Office snow warning for Caithness extended by more than 24 hours

An active yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been extended into Thursday.

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'Do this and you may not be insured': Police warn drivers over defrosting of unattended vehicles after spate of thefts

Thieves have stolen a number of cars after drivers left them unattended to defrost amid the ongoing cold snap, police have warned.

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Highland Heroes 2025: Nominate your fundraising heroes

Give back to the outstanding fundraisers in your community with a Heroes nomination

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Caithness smallholder offers advice to crofters with six months until new pay system comes into force

A Caithness smallholder is encouraging crofters to seek advice ahead of new environmental rules that come into force from next year.

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New government has done little to ease the public’s pain

Holyrood Notebook by Maree Todd

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Caithness Honey buzzing after major national award

Caithness Honey proves it packs a sweet punch with major accolades under its belt.

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Making historic hives at Castletown

Olrig and District Beekeepers Association recently held a skep making workshop in Castletown.

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Road accident at Berriedale – traffic restrictions in place

<a href="https://www.traffic.gov.scot/#">Traffic Scotland</a> has just reported a road accident at Berriedale today (November 18) with road restrictions in place.

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Olrig and District Beekeepers Association trophies handed over

Members of Olrig and District Beekeepers Association have received their silverware and, in some cases, SBA education certificates.

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Fusion rather than fission for Dounreay says Far North MP who backs ‘ultimate energy solution’ for Caithness nuclear site

Jamie Stone MP has asked the UK Government to consider the potential for fusion energy at Dounreay's nuclear site.

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‘Downright disgusting’: NC500 named as over-tourism ‘no travel’ destination

Fodor’s Travel states that the route is one of 15 global tourist hotspots “collapsing under the burden of their own prominence”.

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PICTURES and VIDEO: Fag break nightmare as Thurso man has dog stolen from Inverness truck stop

A Thurso dog owner talked about his anguish and delight after his dog was stolen at Inverness and found a few days later in Elgin.

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Bus drivers secure wage win ending strike threat

Unite the union says this pay dispute should send a warning that workers must be properly valued.