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Childrens workshop -become a wind witch for the afternoon!
Join Peters Pals club - suitable ages 7 - 11. Meets once a month at Caithness Horizons..
31/1/2016
Vandalism - Holborn Avenue, Thurso
Police in Thurso are appealing for information following a window being smashed on Holborn Avenue, Thurso. The damage took place between Saturday 16th January 2016 and Monday 18th January 2016.28/1/2016
Wick man urges people to join the BOWEL MOVEMENT
A Wick man, whose bowel cancer was caught early after completing his home bowel screening test, is backing a campaign to encourage people to join the ‘bowel movement. Hamish Macleod, who was diagnosed in January 2015, had no signs of bowel cancer so is urging others to take the test, even if they feel well, as it can often spot hidden symptoms.26/1/2016
Caithness Flag Launched
A nordic cross and galley symbolising ancient ties to the Vikings are part of the winning design of the flag for Caithness. Councillor Gail Ross, Civic Leader of The Highland Council in Caithness unfurled the new at a Flag Order of Ceremony held in Wick Town Hall today (26 January 2016).
24/1/2016
Invisible College public talk - Andy Wightman, 9.6.2012
Published on 31 Jan 2013 Writer and activist Andy Wightman talks about land rights and ownership in Scotland, and some related issues: money, debt and governance. This talk was part of the Invisible College research network, based on the ruins of Kilmahew and St.
24/1/2016
The Men Who Own Scotland
Published on 9 Jan 2014. Meet the powerful - and usually very private - people who own much of our country.
24/1/2016
The Land Debate in Scotland - Andy Wightman at Making Land Work
Published on 23 Jun 2015. As part of Shared Assets first policy conference, writer and land rights campaigner Andy Wightman talks us through land reform in a Scottish context.
24/1/2016
Scottish land reform: are the SNP doing enough?
Published on 15 Oct 2015. The Scottish government has promised to change the laws on how Scotland's hills and glens are owned and used.
17/1/2016
New Wick High School Construction Photos 17th January 2016
See the latest photos of the Wick High School construction site..
16/1/2016
More Money Come From Scottish Government After Successful Participation Event
The new Chair of the Caithness Committee, Councillor Gillian Coghill has thanked everyone who took part in the recent participatory budget event held in Wick and says she would like to see other areas of the Highlands use this dynamic way to involve members of the public in decision-making. Last year Caithness councillors set aside £30,000 from their ward discretionary to create a participatory budgeting event.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - CashBack for Communities - Small Grants Scheme
Next closing date for applications: 1st March 2016. Cashback for Communities is a Scottish Government initiative that uses funds recovered from criminal activity to support positive activities for young people.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Feminist Review Trust
Supporting projects that transform the lives of women The maximum value of any individual award is UK £15,000 The submission and decision deadlines are as follows: January 31st submission deadline for March 31st decision (Round 1 - 2016) May 31st submission deadline for July 31st decision (Round 2 - 2016) September 30th submission deadline for November 30th decision (Round 3 – 2016) http://www.feminist-review-trust.com/guidelines/.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - BBC Children in Need - Small Grants Programme
Not for profit organisations such as such schools; registered charities; voluntary organisations; churches; and community interest groups; etc. can apply for grants of up to £10,000 through the BBC Children in Need Small Grants programme.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Scottish Power Energy People Trust: Fuel Poverty
The Scottish Power Energy People Trust is accepting applications from registered charities in England, Scotland and Wales that work to help people whose lives are affected by fuel poverty. Scottish Power Energy People Trust Invites British Charities to Apply The Scottish Power Energy People Trust is accepting applications from registered charities in England, Scotland and Wales that work to help people whose lives are affected by fuel poverty.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Transform Foundation - Tech Grants
Who should apply? We are looking to work with charities with: Limited investment resources: Does your charity generate an annual income of under £30 million? Urgent need for digital transformation: Is your website getting in the way of your fundraising and marketing? Potential for bigger income and impact: Can you better leverage digital to reach more supporters, raise more money? What does it cover? Each £18,000 grant covers strategy, design and development to build an amazing website. The grant covers 100% of the upfront costs.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Learning Disabilities
The Baily Thomas Charitable Fund is a registered charity which was established to provide both research and project funding in the area of learning disability and to aid the care and relief of those affected by learning disability. The Trust consider under learning disability the conditions generally referred to as severe learning difficulties, together with autism.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Scottish Youth Hostel Association: Give Us A Break
The Scottish Youth Hostel Association (Hostelling Scotland )has announced that its Give Us A Break programme 2016 is now open for applications. Give us a Break is the funded residential programme of SYHA Hostelling Scotland which aims to tackle social exclusion by offering groups of vulnerable or disadvantaged young people the opportunity to take part in activity holidays at youth hostels across Scotland.16/1/2016
Funding Opportunity - Lord Taverners Minibuses Grant Programme
The Lords Taverners, the UKs leading youth cricket and disability sports charity, has re-opened its Minibuses grants programme. Expressions of interest are being accepted until the 29th February 2016 from schools and organisations that cater for young people under the age of 25 who have a physical, sensory or learning disability.16/1/2016
Fudning Opportunity - The Swimathon Foundation Community Grants Scheme
Max. Value: £ 2,500 Grants to encourage and support organisations in the UK which increase access to swimming and provide activities aimed at helping individuals and communities enjoy the benefits of swimming throughout their lives.11/1/2016
Evening Classes at North Highland College UHI
The North Highland College UHI evening classes and short courses are a great way for you to learn a new skill, turn a hobby into a money earner or even take the first step on the road to achieving a new qualification. And, with ILA funding available, you might be able to learn a whole new skill without it even costing you a penny! Take advantage of the range of Professional Development Awards and HN units to improve your skills and expertise with the flexibility to study around your existing commitments.
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