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South-North adventuring foursome still ‘waiting for the weather’ in Thurso to complete charity marathon
The final leg of a unique charity marathon between the south and north extremities of the UK remains on hold.
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Highland Council ready to shun the bright lights with ‘dark skies’ policy
Highland Council could adopt a new ‘dark skies’ policy if proposals in front of a key committee are endorsed.
Wind farm funding from RWE will make ‘long-term difference’ to Caithness
Funding from renewable energy company RWE to support Caithness communities will rise to more than £900,000 a year from 2027.
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‘We recognise it will be frustrating’: Wick street design work delayed until mid-July
Street design work in Wick is to continue until the middle of July after Highland Council announced another delay to the £2.1 million project.
John Swinney puts Maree Todd in pole position to chair maternity review sparking fury
Critics slam the choice after she lost the far north seat and they demand ‘fully independent’ review.
Highland Council ‘continuing to engage with developer’ after concerns over Achavanich track
Highland Council has responded to concerns raised by Matthew Reiss over the planning status of a newly built track beside the A9 on the Causewaymire.
‘Stop ignoring us’: Highland Council urged to fix ‘horrendous’ Caithness road
Highland Council is being urged to repair an “absolutely horrendous” rural road in Caithness where some motorists are choosing to drive on the verge.
Wick museum is new home for memorial to 190 lost sailors of HMS Exmouth
Wick Heritage Museum is now the home for a memorial to 190 sailors who lost their lives in a German U-boat attack off Caithness in January 1940.
Highland Council hopes to have Wick toilets open again by first week of June
Wick’s Whitechapel Road public toilets are on course to be opened up again at the start of next month following the latest outbreak of vandalism.
Second home owners blast ‘disgusting’ treatment by council
Second home owners are doubling down on their attempts to see a pause on the imposition of a 300 per cent rise to council tax.
Freemasons’ Travelling Trowel brings £400 boost to Home-Start Caithness
Freemasons in the county have again demonstrated their support for community groups by donating £400 to Home-Start Caithness.
‘We cannot allow the rug to be pulled out from under vulnerable people and businesses’ – MPs call for urgent action on reinstating banking services
Highland MPs have urged the UK government to change the rules relating to basic banking service provision.
Survey launched to gauge community support for Wick river lighting
Wick Development Trust is asking for feedback on a proposal to improve lighting along the town’s riverside.
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.
Thurso set for crowds as cruise ship expected to boost community events
Thurso will be abuzz with activity on Saturday May 30, with several events planned for the town centre.
Renewables compensation plan for impacted communities is not enough, MPs warn
Greater compensation must be paid to communities near renewable power sites than is being proposed by the UK government, a new report has argued.
Reay Golf Club’s new £241,000 facility ‘underlines commitment to excellence’
The newly opened training and greenkeeping facility at Reay Golf Club is something “to be proud of” for everyone involved in making it happen.
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.
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.