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Wick mum behind Zumbini classes named finalist in national early years awards
A Wick mum says she is thrilled to receive national recognition for work she has built around helping young children learn, develop and have fun.
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‘Radio silence’: Village hall frustration over £750,000 Caithness demonstrator project
A village hall chairperson has spoken out over the demonstrator project, saying money appears to have been “wasted” on consultation and meetings.
Man sentenced to eight months in prison for Thurso hate crime
A 64-year-old man from Thurso has pleaded guilty to attacking a man after demanding cigarettes from him.
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Chris Packham backs Thurso screening of ‘The People’s Emergency Briefing’
A free public screening of a climate crisis film called the People’s Emergency Briefing will take place at the Mill Theatre in Thurso.
‘Truly historic moment’ as airline Loganair buys five electric aircraft for commercial use
“Our demonstration programme earlier this year proved that electric aviation is no longer a future concept, it is a viable commercial opportunity.”
Lyth Arts Centre Summer Sessions festival returns to Wick
One of Caithness' most anticipated events returns this August as the Lyth Arts Centre Summer Sessions 2026 comes to Wick’s Rosebank Playing Fields.
Oncology crisis ‘must not become new normal’ for Far North cancer patients
Far North MSP David Green has challenged NHS Highland not to let the current oncology service crisis become the “new normal”.
Challengers will have a chance to go for John O’Groats Strongest Man title
A change to the format of John O’Groats Strongest Man will allow members of the public to take up the challenge if they think they’re tough enough.
Come and see Disney star Lightning McQueen at Puffin Croft this Friday
Disney favourite Lightning McQueen will be pulling into Puffin Croft animal petting farm near John O’Groats on Friday (July 24).
Scottish Government challenged over ‘questionable’ spending by council
Regional MSP Tim Eagle, has put written questions to the Scottish Government following our investigation.
PICTURE SPECIAL: Highlights of the 2026 County Show in Thurso – It’s a 'brilliant crack,' said MSP David Green
As MSP David Green praises the ‘brilliant crack’ of the Caithness County Show, we highlight some of the events in this picture special.
PICTURES: Paws and applause as canine champions take to the ring at Saturday’s County Show in Thurso
See a selection of the canine competitors in this picture special highlighting Saturday’s dog show held at the 2026 County Show in Thurso.
‘It’s marvellous’: Sixty-year celebration for Caithness flower show
Apprentices at JGC made a diamond-shaped structure on which a spectacular floral dispay was created to mark the flower show’s first 60 years.
Northern Isles MP says farming and food must never be taken for granted
Caithness is “still a community that is serious about food production”, according Alistair Carmichael, the Lib Dem MP for Orkney and Shetland.
Younger members are maintaining the SWI tradition in Caithness
There are 13 SWI branches in Caithness and younger members are ensuring that the tradition remains strong, as could be seen at the County Show.
Wick childhood memories inspire musician’s new single
A musician who grew up in Wick is turning his memories into a collection of songs inspired by his hometown.
Winners across the livestock classes at 183rd County Show
UPDATED: A list of livestock winners from Caithness Agricultural Society’s 183rd County Show held at Thurso East on Saturday.
‘A great day’: 183rd County Show brings the community together at Thurso East
UPDATED: The 183rd County Show again succeeded in bringing the community together by offering “something for everyone”, president Fiona Swanson said.
Champion of champions title goes to commercial sheep group from Sibmister and Stainland
Crossbreeds were the last two standing of the 1000-plus livestock entries forward for Saturday’s County Show at Thurso East.
Standard ‘just keeps climbing’ in County Show open industrial tent
The future is bright for the open industrial section of the County Show, with youngsters playing their part alongside the more experienced entrants.