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Spittal SWI members hear about Caithness At War project
Alistair Jack was guest speaker at the May meeting of Spittal SWI, telling members about the Caithness At War heritage trail.
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Fundraising Wick brothers raise over £2500 to raise awareness of CJD and in memory of their grandfather
Three very big-hearted young brothers raising charity money in memory of their beloved grandad have already hit 500 per cent above their target.
Water levels in Caithness could reach record breaking low this month
A Caithness-based weather pundit says that this month could be the driest on record as little rain is expected over the next fortnight.
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Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools
Members unanimously wave through a move to consult on a new region-wide policy.
Skilled labour ‘dominant issue’ for fishing fleet
Accessing skilled labour continues to be the dominant employment issue for the UK fishing fleet, a new Seafish report suggests.
Community has the power to support good mental wellbeing
As we navigate modern life, the role of community in fostering a supportive environment for mental health has become increasingly evident.
Concerns over ‘imported labour’ for Caithness wind projects are well-founded
YOUR VIEWS: Readers of the John O’Groat Journal and Caithness Courier have their say on the latest issues
Bid to improve Thurso pitches, Wick music firm success and Coxswain’s award for bravery
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Highland Council has fifth worst roads in Scotland with maintenance shortfall estimate of £10 million a year
One councillor slams administration ‘hypocrisy’ over question to the leader who hits back saying he gave ‘an honest, factual answer’.
50th anniversary lunch for Wick company that started as Osprey Electronics
A celebratory lunch was held at the Norseman Hotel on Tuesday, May 6, to mark the 50th anniversary of a Wick company.
Could you be a foster carer?
An appeal has been issued for more people to become foster carers as Highland Council revealed it is currently looking after 103 children.
Thurso Beaver Scouts receive top awards
A busy night at the 2nd Thurso Beavers meeting saw several youngster being presented with awards.
Highland Council confirms 10% of staff grievances upheld – the same ratio who reported bullying
But bosses remain tight-lipped about the reason behind complaints.
Determined mum overcomes ‘unutterably painful’ son's suicide to help improve New Craigs
Jacqui Waring worked with NHS Highland to deliver improvements after her son Will Ogilvy took his own life aged just 28.
‘Speak up before it is too late’: Caithness campaigners warn of ‘fundamental transformation of our landscape’
Residents are being urged to oppose large-scale energy projects that will “scar the landscape” while allegedly bringing no benefit to the county.
With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most
The 200 per cent Council Tax charge on second homes is expected to generate £5.8m this year.
Murkle charity whist drive raises over £400 for air ambulance
A special whist drive held in Murkle Hall raised £422 for Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance.
‘Extremely foolish’ Wick driver caused crash despite abandoning overtake
A Wick driver made a last-minute decision to abandon an overtaking manoeuvre but it was too late to avoid a collision with an oncoming car.
‘It is no longer going to happen’: Wick Santaland ruled out due to shortage of volunteers
Wick’s Santaland attraction will no longer take place, and it is even possible there will be no festive lights at all when Christmas 2026 arrives.
Stepping Out joins national call to stop LGBTQ+ identities being used as ‘political pawns’
Ahead of a first ever planned march in Thurso, Stepping Out have joined with dozens of their counterparts across Scotland to issue a joint-statement.