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Amateur dramatics clubs in Caithness prepare to mark 100 years of community theatre
All eyes will be on the Highland Division Final in Wick as one of the key dates celebrating a century of community drama.
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Following in the footsteps of the Caithness Patagonian pioneers
IAN LEITH reports on a trip to Argentina where a Caithness group met descendants of the families who made new lives for themselves in Patagonia.
‘It takes all the dirtiness away’: Wick campsite to install new cleaning station
Wick River Campsite will be able to offer a new cleaning facility to visitors this summer as it looks to build on the success of the 2025 season.
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Self-catering business to get non-domestic rates relief after SNP-Lib Dem budget deal
Trade body the ASSC welcomed the deal but hopes for further reform to help the sector.
Report shows that 93 per cent of businesses surveyed experiencing ‘significant challenges’ in the Highlands
Businesses said they were experiencing significant challenges, with increased cost of doing business being cited most frequently.
Smartened-up shop fronts could make ‘massive difference’ in Wick town centre
Business owners in the centre of Wick are to be encouraged to smarten up their shop fronts to help improve the overall look of the town.
Met Office yellow warning for snow issued for all parts of Highlands
A snow and ice warning has been issued for all parts of the Highlands overnight.
PICTURES: Selfless Wick Paths Group volunteers clear ‘eyesore’ riverside route
Wick Paths Group took advantage of the good weather last Thursday morning to clear the new tarred path from the boating shed to the Coghill bridge.
Police operation finds public ‘clearly at risk’ from rule-breaking lorries and vans
Vans and lorries which break the law are putting the public “clearly at risk”, a police officer has said.
Entries open to food & drink awards — as special guest announced as event host
An internationally-renowned Scottish baker is set to host a popular Highland food & drink industry awards night — with entries now officially open.
Short film inspired by Caithness selected for Palermo International Film Festival
A short film based around a poem by actress Glenna Morrison, from Wick, has been chosen as a semi-finalist at an international festival in Italy.
From stable floor to national stage: Wick rider’s 600-mile journey with ‘miracle’ pony
Miracle comeback for Wick woman’s pony at death’s door to qualify for six national classes and undertake 600-mile trip.
Wick Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star hands out £400 donation to local groups
Two Caithness community groups welcomed a £400 boost thanks to the Wick Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
There’s more to the humble grape than wine
Beautiful Botanicals by Joanne Howdle
PICTURES: Anglers hope for signs of recovery as Forss River officially opened
Around 20 anglers were piped down to the riverbank for the opening of the Forss River on Wednesday morning.
Energy Consents Unit ‘restricts democracy’, healthy relationships, ADHD and autism, and the essential role of libraries
YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier share their opinions on the news
Ex-SNP MP Angus MacNeil will lead Alba’s ‘Highland charge’ at the Holyrood elections
A9 campaigner Laura Hansler joins him in aiming to secure Highlands and Islands list seats.
Councillors walk out in electricity row, Wick choir members on TV and Harbour development at Lybster
LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear
Warming of stratosphere can cause severe cold weather events
Weather Watch by Keith Banks
PICTURES: Keiss kids bring joy to the community with special Burns lunch and ceilidh
See the picture selection showing staff and children of Keiss Primary School and Nursery as they organised a Burns lunch and ceilidh celebration.