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Trial into Thurso crash that left woman badly injured gets under way at Wick
A jury on Tuesday heard about a road accident on the outskirts of Thurso in which a woman was said to be severely injured.
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Thurso driver caught for 3rd time under the influence at wheel
A Thurso motorist has admitted his third offence for being at the wheel while under the influence.
First Minister John Swinney wants ‘widest possible availability of maternity care services’
He was responding to LibDem pledge to manifesto pledge to restore Caithness consultant-led service.
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Self-storage chain plans Caithness expansion
A Scottish self-storage company looks set to expand into Caithness after plans were lodged for a new site in Wick.
Caithness primary school to celebrate 150 years
Pupils and staff, past and present, will have a chance to reminisce as a Caithness primary marks its 150th year.
Bumpy ride for AI space buggy in crater-like Caithness pothole
Caithness Roads Recovery has resorted to artificial intelligence to show that a pothole in the county is so big that a moon buggy would fit into it.
Save Caithness warns 200m turbines on Olrig Hill would be ‘unacceptable’
A campaign group has warned that erecting 200m wind turbines on Olrig Hill “must be near the top of any list of unacceptable proposals”.
Former Caithness artist set for solo Highland exhibition
AN artist who lived in Caithness for five years before moving south is delighted to be exhibiting in her new community.
‘It is part of our history’: New Zealander in show of respect at Wick Anzac Day event
A New Zealander who took part in Wick’s Anzac Day ceremony said that honouring those who gave their lives is “something that is ingrained in us”.
‘It’s a lawless wilderness’ - Brother of Lord Thurso hits out at ‘broken’ police response after Lodge break–ins
Patrick Sinclair, brother of Lord Thurso, slams ‘broken’ police response after a break–in at Strathmore Lodge, warning the north is a ‘soft target’.
Estates, farms and rural businesses in Caithness urged to step forward for £10k ‘Helping it Happen’ prize
Rural champions across Caithness are being urged to step forward as nominations open for the 2026 Helping It Happen Awards.
A better connection is just a few KLICS away for Caithness young carers with full-fibre upgrade
Full-fibre broadband at KLICS charity in Wick is helping 120 young carers bridge the digital divide for homework and essential support.
Delay to A9 bridge works in Highlands
Repair works on a road bridge along the A9 have been delayed because of sub-contractor issues.
Keyless in Caithness: How to handle the high-tech headache of a car lockout
Locked out? Experts warn against breaking windows as tech-related car lockouts rise 22%. Use apps or call a locksmith to avoid a hefty repair bill.
Pipe band ‘looking forward to sharing a bit of Caithness with New York’
Youngsters from Caithness are planning to march on the Big Apple thanks to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform in the United States of America
Thurso church is venue for pre-election hustings for Caithness, Sutherland and Ross seat at Holyrood
People in Caithness are being urged to courteously challenge those standing for election to Holyrood at an event in Thurso next week.
Healthcare concerns, looking after your mental wellbeing and jobs for MPs
Letters to the Editor of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier
Stroma polling station bid, Threat to girls’ pipe band and History group’s new resource
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Greens share plans to tackle housing emergency in the Highlands
The Scottish Greens have pledged to build thousands of new social homes and tackle long-term empty properties.
Orca Watch organisers join forces with marine clothing firm to support 2026 event
Supporters of the annual Orca Watch are being urged to support a fundraising drive from the marine environmental charity behind the event.