Home   Authors   Author

Commitment to north energy users will 'barely scratch the surface'

17 January 2023
Commitment to north energy users will 'barely scratch the surface'

Commitment to north energy users will 'barely scratch the surface'

17 January 2023

A pledge by the UK government to protect energy users in the north of Scotland has been called into question by local MSP Maree Todd.


PICTURES: River Thurso in 'tip-top condition' as anglers mark start of 2023 salmon season

12 January 2023
PICTURES: River Thurso in 'tip-top condition' as anglers mark start of 2023 salmon season

PICTURES: River Thurso in 'tip-top condition' as anglers mark start of 2023 salmon season

12 January 2023

Keen anglers found the River Thurso in "tip-top condition" as the 2023 salmon season began on Wednesday with the traditional opening ceremony.


Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

11 January 2023
Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

Prince Harry tells how he sang to seals on Caithness coast – then stripped off to join them

11 January 2023

Prince Harry has revealed how he "serenaded" Caithness seals – and concluded that his wife Meghan must have magic powers when the animals sang back.


People across Scotland urged to help tackle 'litter emergency'

08 January 2023
People across Scotland urged to help tackle 'litter emergency'

People across Scotland urged to help tackle 'litter emergency'

08 January 2023

Community groups and individuals across the country are being urged to play their part in tackling Scotland's "litter emergency" this spring.


'Once in a lifetime' experience as west coast killer whales appear off Caithness

07 January 2023
'Once in a lifetime' experience as west coast killer whales appear off Caithness

'Once in a lifetime' experience as west coast killer whales appear off Caithness

07 January 2023

An experienced sea-watcher has described an orca encounter off the east coast of Caithness yesterday as a "once-in-a-lifetime" event.


Brora Rangers v Wick Academy called off after pitch inspection

03 January 2023
Brora Rangers v Wick Academy called off after pitch inspection

Brora Rangers v Wick Academy called off after pitch inspection

03 January 2023

Game off at Dudgeon Park.


Caithness and Sutherland drop-in vaccination clinics announced for January

02 January 2023
Caithness and Sutherland drop-in vaccination clinics announced for January

Caithness and Sutherland drop-in vaccination clinics announced for January

02 January 2023

NHS Highland has issued details of six drop-in vaccination clinics during January in Caithness and Sutherland, with more likely to be added.


Highland health chief: Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022
Highland health chief: Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

Highland health chief: Extra pressure on hospitals caused by 'exceptionally large' rise in flu cases

28 December 2022

Health professionals in the Highlands are seeing an "exceptionally large" rise in cases of flu, leading to increased pressure on hospitals.


Rural voices 'suppressed' as Scottish Government seeks to expand onshore wind sector

26 December 2022
Rural voices 'suppressed' as Scottish Government seeks to expand onshore wind sector

Rural voices 'suppressed' as Scottish Government seeks to expand onshore wind sector

26 December 2022

Plans to dramatically expand the onshore wind industry in the coming years have been condemned as "another example of suppression of rural voices".


MP of the Year accolade is 'great honour' for Jamie Stone

19 December 2022
MP of the Year accolade is 'great honour' for Jamie Stone

MP of the Year accolade is 'great honour' for Jamie Stone

19 December 2022

Liberal Democrat politician Jamie Stone revealed that he was "surprised, verging on astounded" to be honoured in the MP of the Year Awards.


Latheron Show winners receive their trophies at Portland Hotel

20 November 2022
Latheron Show winners receive their trophies at Portland Hotel

Latheron Show winners receive their trophies at Portland Hotel

20 November 2022

Winners from this year's Latheron Show received their silverware at a dance and presentation of trophies in the Portland Hotel, Lybster.


Caithness and Sutherland Women's Aid 'book fairies' set to return

18 November 2022
Caithness and Sutherland Women's Aid 'book fairies' set to return

Caithness and Sutherland Women's Aid 'book fairies' set to return

18 November 2022

Caithness and Sutherland Women's Aid is preparing to welcome back its "book fairies" for a second year as part of its activism in the far north.


We want people to know that we're there, says hearing and sight loss charity

18 November 2022
We want people to know that we're there, says hearing and sight loss charity

We want people to know that we're there, says hearing and sight loss charity

18 November 2022

Far north charity Hearing and Sight Care is keen to ensure that no-one with hearing or sight loss misses out on the support that is available.


Highlands and Islands businesses urged to put themselves forward in FSB awards

11 November 2022
Highlands and Islands businesses urged to put themselves forward in FSB awards

Highlands and Islands businesses urged to put themselves forward in FSB awards

11 November 2022

Businesses across the Highlands and Islands are being encouraged to enter a UK-wide award scheme run by the Federation of Small Businesses.


Taste North exhibitors 'over the moon' as festival attracts a turnout of 1400

08 November 2022
Taste North exhibitors 'over the moon' as festival attracts a turnout of 1400

Taste North exhibitors 'over the moon' as festival attracts a turnout of 1400

08 November 2022

Sunday's Taste North food and drink festival attracted 37 exhibitors and more than 1400 visitors as the event returned for the first time since 2019.


Feedback sought on Caledonia wind farm plans at Wick consultation event

05 November 2022
Feedback sought on Caledonia wind farm plans at Wick consultation event

Feedback sought on Caledonia wind farm plans at Wick consultation event

05 November 2022

A public consultation event in Wick on Monday will allow local people to share their thoughts on a proposed new wind farm in the Moray Firth.


University team keen to speak to bereaved carers in far north

05 November 2022
University team keen to speak to bereaved carers in far north

University team keen to speak to bereaved carers in far north

05 November 2022

Bereaved carers in the far north of Scotland are among those invited to take part in a research programme being carried out by an English university.


Dougie praised for commitment and dedication after 47 years on Thurso lifeboat

03 November 2022
Dougie praised for commitment and dedication after 47 years on Thurso lifeboat

Dougie praised for commitment and dedication after 47 years on Thurso lifeboat

03 November 2022

Coxswain Dougie Munro has stood down from the Thurso lifeboat crew after 47 years of service, having joined the RNLI as an 18-year-old.


John O'Groats Strongest Man title up for grabs with £1000 top prize

03 November 2022
John O'Groats Strongest Man title up for grabs with £1000 top prize

John O'Groats Strongest Man title up for grabs with £1000 top prize

03 November 2022

The title of John O'Groats Strongest Man will be up for grabs this weekend as competitors put themselves through a series of gruelling challenges.


Jamie Stone highlights 'huge contribution' by farmers to local economy

03 November 2022
Jamie Stone highlights 'huge contribution' by farmers to local economy

Jamie Stone highlights 'huge contribution' by farmers to local economy

03 November 2022

North MP Jamie Stone stressed the importance of having a resilient farming sector as he gave his support to Back British Farming Day today.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More