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Mystery of gold ring found at Dunnet Forest
Mystery surrounds a gold ring found in a kindling bag at Dunnet Community Forest (DCF) and how it got there.
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross MP calls for greater safeguards against online scams
Jamie Stone is urging the UK government to step up its efforts over internet fraud by putting more pressure on social media companies.
Highland MSPs welcome “opportunities” arising from Humza Yousaf’s split of Green-SNP coalition
Local MSPs are mostly welcoming Humza Yousaf’s decision to ditch the SNP-Green Scottish Government partnership as a positive for the Highlands.
Cruise ship is largest ever to berth at Scrabster harbour
Scrabster harbour’s cruise season has begun with a visit by the 71,304-tonne AIDAsol, the largest vessel to ever berth at the port.
Wick man recognised as one of the ‘most outstanding early-career scientists in the world’
A Wick man has received recognition as a pioneering young scientist and will head to the US for a research programme.
Highland MSP launches vote of no confidence in Humza Yousaf as SNP-Greens coalition implodes
Pressure was mounting on the First Minister to ditch his coalition partners from backbench MSPs like Fergus Ewing and Kate Forbes.
Legion branch praised for holding annual Anzac Day commemoration in Wick
Anzac Day organisers in Wick have been praised for ensuring Australian and New Zealand service personnel are “commemorated in a proper fashion”.
John O’Groats Trail bridge fundraiser hits £5k target
More than £5000 has been raised towards a new bridge on the John O’Groats Trail after a mystery donor pledged to match funds donated by the public.
Norscot to showcase its expertise at Homebuilding and Renovating Show
Bower-based Norscot is set to showcase its expertise at a prestigious show in Glasgow.
Lack of sports facilities in Thurso having ‘huge impact’ on health and well-being across Caithness
The "unbelievable" shortage of indoor sports facilities in the Thurso area is having "a serious impact" on local clubs and groups.
‘I will miss my customers across the north of Scotland and beyond’
Sheona Campbell retires today as advertisement manager for the John O’Groat Journal, Caithness Courier and Northern Times.
Swarclett turbines will have ‘massive negative impact’, councillors are told
Campaigners against Swarclett Wind Farm claim it will create “no sustainable employment opportunities for local people” and will be harmful to birds.
Wick nurse disgusted at destruction of her late father’s memorial bench
A Wick nurse was shocked to find a memorial bench dedicated to her late father lying in pieces after an apparent attack by vandals.
Travelling gallery set to visit three Highland venues next week
A mobile art exhibit is set to return to the Highlands with its latest exhibition “A Bonnie Way: Unravelling the seduction of the countryside”.
WATCH: Lyth theatre production challenges stereotypes of ageing
Lyth Arts Centre (LAC) says it is excited to host a special theatre show featuring performers aged over 50.
Moray West wind farm blades ‘bigger than Wembley pitch’ installed off Caithness coast
Wind turbine blades longer than the Wembley Stadium pitch have begun to be put in place as part of an offshore wind farm off the Caithness coast.
Loch Ness and the Cairngorms among top 5 most Instagrammable spots in Scotland
Two Highland scenic locations were listed among the most Instagrammable tourist destination in the country according to a new survey.
Inspectors visit Lybster primary school and issue report on strengths and weaknesses
Lybster primary school and nursery class were assessed by inspectors with key strengths and areas to be improved highlighted.
Wick man keen to raise awareness of bowel screening after cancer all-clear
A Caithness man is keen to raise awareness of Scotland’s bowel screening programme after his cancer was detected at an early stage.
One woman’s mission to improve the lives of patients at Highlands’ only mental health hospital
A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.