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Jamie Stone hits out over decline in Scotland’s education standards

25 July 2024
Jamie Stone hits out over decline in Scotland’s education standards

Jamie Stone hits out over decline in Scotland’s education standards

25 July 2024

Far north MP Jamie Stone has blamed the SNP for a “continuous decline in education standards”, even though teachers are doing “their level best”.


‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

25 July 2024
‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

‘Rollercoaster of emotions’ as Wick’s round-Britain rowers pass halfway point

25 July 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have spoken of the “rollercoaster of emotions” they’ve experienced so far on their round-Britain rowing adventure.


Tough challenges await contestants in John O’Groats Strongest Man

24 July 2024
Tough challenges await contestants in John O’Groats Strongest Man

Tough challenges await contestants in John O’Groats Strongest Man

24 July 2024

The title of John O’Groats Strongest Man will be up for grabs again this weekend as musclebound competitors face a series of gruelling challenges.


‘That is what it’s all about, giving your body energy’

20 July 2024
‘That is what it’s all about, giving your body energy’

‘That is what it’s all about, giving your body energy’

20 July 2024

Two years on from a visit by the future King, the Healing Hub is continuing to help people with a range of health issues – and there’s room for more.


North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

13 July 2024
North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

North Coast Trail drop-in sessions planned for six Caithness venues

13 July 2024

Plans for a long-distance walking trail along the north coast will be outlined at a series of consultation events in Caithness in July and August.


‘There is more loneliness than ever’: Befriending service in plea for volunteers

12 July 2024
‘There is more loneliness than ever’: Befriending service in plea for volunteers

‘There is more loneliness than ever’: Befriending service in plea for volunteers

12 July 2024

A plea has gone out for more volunteers to join a far north befriending service amid concerns about an increase in loneliness since the pandemic.


Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

10 July 2024
Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

Wick round-Britain rowers make progress to Poole harbour

10 July 2024

Round-Britain rowers Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have made progress along the south coast of England and hope to resume their challenge on Wednesday.


Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

06 July 2024
Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

Wick round-Britain rowers delayed by weather but ‘still on target’

06 July 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have encountered a weather delay off the south coast but say they are “still on target” to complete their epic challenge.


Health and wellbeing marquee among the attractions as Latheron Show aims to broaden audience

04 July 2024
Health and wellbeing marquee among the attractions as Latheron Show aims to broaden audience

Health and wellbeing marquee among the attractions as Latheron Show aims to broaden audience

04 July 2024

A health and wellbeing marquee and a designated area for families are among the new attractions at the Latheron Show taking place on July 13.


Round-Britain rowing couple from Wick now off Essex coast

22 June 2024
Round-Britain rowing couple from Wick now off Essex coast

Round-Britain rowing couple from Wick now off Essex coast

22 June 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross are getting closer to the south coast of England, three weeks into their round-Britain rowing challenge.


Jamie Stone hits out at ‘divisive’ SNP over energy ownership

12 June 2024
Jamie Stone hits out at ‘divisive’ SNP over energy ownership

Jamie Stone hits out at ‘divisive’ SNP over energy ownership

12 June 2024

Jamie Stone, of the Liberal Democrats, has attacked the SNP over its “flawed philosophy” that Britain’s energy belongs to Scotland.


Fundraising total over £12,000 in first week of round-Britain bid

07 June 2024
Fundraising total over £12,000 in first week of round-Britain bid

Fundraising total over £12,000 in first week of round-Britain bid

07 June 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross are off the Angus coastline, almost a week into their round-Britain rowing challenge in aid of two charities.


Wick pair making progress on round-Britain rowing bid

05 June 2024
Wick pair making progress on round-Britain rowing bid

Wick pair making progress on round-Britain rowing bid

05 June 2024

Round-Britain rowing duo Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross have broken through the £10,000 barrier in their fundraising efforts on behalf of two charities.


Frank breaks through £20,000 barrier after coastal walk for dementia charity

04 June 2024
Frank breaks through £20,000 barrier after coastal walk for dementia charity

Frank breaks through £20,000 barrier after coastal walk for dementia charity

04 June 2024

Caithness charity walker Frank Stephen has been thanked for raising an “amazing amount of money” for Alzheimer Scotland.


PICTURES: Rousing send-off as Wick rowers set off on unsupported round-Britain trip

03 June 2024
PICTURES: Rousing send-off as Wick rowers set off on unsupported round-Britain trip

PICTURES: Rousing send-off as Wick rowers set off on unsupported round-Britain trip

03 June 2024

Allan Lipp and Mhairi Ross were given a rousing send-off today as they headed out to sea at the start of their epic round-Britain challenge.


MND charity cyclist says ‘I can’t find a cure – but I can ride a ruddy bike’

31 May 2024
MND charity cyclist says ‘I can’t find a cure – but I can ride a ruddy bike’

MND charity cyclist says ‘I can’t find a cure – but I can ride a ruddy bike’

31 May 2024

After cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats, Peter Delaney spoke of the “absolute hell” his wife went through with motor neurone disease.


Beyond my wildest dreams: Frank’s charity walk raises more than £19,000

29 May 2024
Beyond my wildest dreams: Frank’s charity walk raises more than £19,000

Beyond my wildest dreams: Frank’s charity walk raises more than £19,000

29 May 2024

Retired vet Frank Stephen admitted he was “astounded” at the response to his Inverness to Caithness fundraising walk in aid of Alzheimer Scotland.


Flow Country Partnership SCIO to host drop-in lunch at Strathy

29 May 2024
Flow Country Partnership SCIO to host drop-in lunch at Strathy

Flow Country Partnership SCIO to host drop-in lunch at Strathy

29 May 2024

The Flow Country Partnership will celebrate its establishment as a registered charity by holding a drop-in buffet lunch in north Sutherland.


Wind farm gives £50,000 for Caithness and Sutherland apprenticeship scheme

27 May 2024
Wind farm gives £50,000 for Caithness and Sutherland apprenticeship scheme

Wind farm gives £50,000 for Caithness and Sutherland apprenticeship scheme

27 May 2024

The developers of the West of Orkney Windfarm have donated £50,000 to support a new apprenticeship programme in Caithness and north Sutherland.


Law firm points to ‘catalogue of avoidable failures’ over Pentland Firth ferry grounding

25 May 2024
Law firm points to ‘catalogue of avoidable failures’ over Pentland Firth ferry grounding

Law firm points to ‘catalogue of avoidable failures’ over Pentland Firth ferry grounding

25 May 2024

The owners of the ferry that ran aground on Swona almost two years ago have been accused of failing to apologise to passengers who suffered injuries.


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