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Historic north Highland pub reopens with aim to become ‘social hub’ for the community
A historic pub on the north coast has officially reopened in Tongue, as part of ongoing efforts to support year-round tourism and community life.
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RBS signals commitment to Thurso with major branch facelift plans
The Royal Bank of Scotland has signalled a commitment to its Thurso town-centre presence by lodging plans for a major building upgrade.
Phantom gets going in the nick of time to prevent a double for Argo
Wick Model Yacht Club’s race day 16 was another day for the big yachts at Sarclet Loch. Eight yachts entered, with three of them 5ft class.
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Organisers of Caithness ASN parent support group to mark first year with event in Wick
A support group for families of autistic and neurodivergent people in Caithness is preparing to celebrate its first anniversary.
Short breaks and respite facility in Thurso hailed as ‘warm’ and ‘welcoming’ space
The facility, which provides respite for families with neurodivergent children reopened on May 12 after nearly five years of closure.
Pentland Canoe Club joins coastal clean-up effort
Working in partnership with Caithness Beach Cleans, members of Pentland Canoe Club took part in this year’s Big Paddle Cleanup.
Dreaming of a self-build? Take inspiration from these Highland homes
SPONSORED CONTENT: Across the Highlands, more people are choosing to build homes that suit how they want to live.
Highland Council defends ‘worst in Scotland’ compensation bill as pothole purgatory blows a £580k hole in the roads budget
Highland Council insists it is “investing significantly” in tackling potholes despite facing the highest compensation bills of any Scottish council.
Reiss beach road ‘a disgrace’ as Highland Council raises priority level
Highland Council has raised the priority level of the Reiss beach road, with Caithness Roads Recovery condemning the potholes there as “a disgrace”.
Community councillors ‘increasingly concerned’ over state of Reiss beach road
Community councillors in the Sinclair’s Bay area have called on Highland Council to prioritise the badly potholed single-track road to Reiss beach.
Highland lifeline charity for survivors of sexual violence scoop prestigious award
A lifeline charity for survivors of sexual violence has scooped a prestigious national award in recognition of their specialist support.
NHS Highland director of public health calls for urgent action in landmark early years report
NHS Highland’s director of public health is calling for bold collective action to give more children a better start in life.
Land plea for new Caithness disc golf course
A new group is looking to provide a free community sport venue for a “sustainable, low-impact sport”.
Caithness folk encouraged to join in artistic ‘Carnival of Plants’
A multitude of special events this weekend will be the culmination of a six-week festival of health-centred artworks.
BHSI Performance Coach qualification for owner of Castle View Stables
British Horse Society qualified instructor and local business owner Ashleigh Campbell has achieved the BHSI Performance Coach qualification.
Not quite the Fred Whitton – but Lake District MTB ride is challenge in itself
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Attempting to escape the crowds, this e-bike adventure has plenty of ups and downs of its own
‘Thank you, Caithness’ – Overwhelmed Thurso family praises community as Caitlin fundraiser hits £11.6k
The family of a Thurso woman fighting life-threatening anorexia thank the Caithness community for its support and contributing to the fundraiser.
Council still spraying ‘probably carcinogenic’ weedkiller eight years after discussing ban
A council committee is set to discuss a new plan for controlling weeds across the region.
Thurso pharmacy safe despite parent company collapse – Buyer sought after Amiry & Gilbride report £2.2m loss
A question mark hangs over a Thurso pharmacy after its holding company recently collapsed into administration and a new owner is sought.
New far north MSP peppers Scottish Government with Caithness maternity service questions
David Green looks to make good on the LibDems manifesto promise.