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Operation Freshman book is priority for military historian after busy year
Military historian Bruce Tocher has been reflecting on a busy year of raising awareness about an ill-fated wartime mission launched from Caithness.
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Five jobs saved at Thurso timber firm after branch takeover confirmed
Five jobs at a Thurso timber firm have been saved after it was brought out of administration.
‘More questions than answers’ over funding for Inverness domestic abuse charity
MSP Rhoda Grant calls cross-party talks amid funding uncertainty threatening Highland Women’s Aid services.
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Hidden lives of the Latheron Poorhouse: Free online talk to reveal tragic Caithness tales
Caithness Family History Society will host a free talk on January 13 that covers tragic tales from the days of local poorhouses.
‘Heroic’ farmers deserve thank you payment from government underspend for ‘essential’ help during Arctic cold snap
A call has been made for farmers to be thanked for their recovery work during the recent Arctic blast with cash from Scottish Government underspend.
Wick’s weather watcher warns of ‘truly treacherous’ black ice on roads and pavements
Wick’s weather watcher says that motorists and pedestrians need to be extremely vigilant today due to black ice on pavements and roads.
Wick taxi boss claims council is running out of grit for roads and lorries making ‘ghost journeys’
The boss of a Wick taxi firm claims the council is running out of grit for treating Caithness’ icy roads – local authority says it has ample supplies.
Emergency services attend road collision at Latheron
A van overturned yesterday afternoon (January 7) in snowy conditions at Latheron, but no casualties were reported.
Arrest warrant for Thurso man after New Year disturbance
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a man facing three charges relating to an alleged disturbance in a Thurso house on New Year’s Day 2025.
Weather delays Wick-Aberdeen flight take off as tickets go on sale
The new Wick-Aberdeen flight service has been forced to delay its first take off due to the extreme weather conditions.
Fresh yellow weather warning for snow and ice issued for Caithness
Another Met Office weather warning has been issued for further snow and ice in the region heading into Friday.
Whiteout halts railway accused couple’s latest court appearance at Wick
A couple are continuing to contest a charge of standing in the path of trains near their remote home on the far north rail line.
Contingency plans for Caithness patients laid out as snow and ice problems continue
Ron Gunn, chairperson of Caithness Health Action Team, spoke to a senior NHS Highland manager about contingency plans during the adverse weather
Highlands far outstripping the rest of Scotland on renewable energy projects
The Highlands has more than double the amount of renewable energy projects over any other area in Scotland, according to government data.
Closures across Highland schools continue due to snow disruption
Thousands of pupils across the Highlands will see their winter holidays extended as many schools are set to remain closed today.
WEATHER UPDATE: Disruption on transport eases but some services still affected by snow and ice
Highland transport is returning to normal after days of major disruption due to heavy snow and ice — but some services are still being impacted.
‘It’s a game-changer’ – Battery scheme at Dounreay gets grid connection deal
The company behind a battery storage system being built at Dounreay has secured an agreement to connect to the national grid.
Teddy bears donated to hospital by Provincial Grand Lodge of Caithness
Some children receiving treatment at Caithness General Hospital will benefit from having their very own teddy after a donation by local Freemasons.
Wick John O’Groats Airport used as part of US military operations against Russian-flagged vessel linked to Venezuela
Wick John O’Groats Airport appears to have been used as part of military operations against Russia.
Thurso resident slams ScotRail for leaving vulnerable passengers ‘stranded’ at Georgemas Junction during blizzard
A Thurso man condemns ScotRail for allegedly leaving passengers, including some with health conditions and babies, stranded in blizzard conditions.