News Archive
16/10/2019
Brexit Is coming - No need to stockpile food says Scottish Government
The UK may be leaving the European Union on 31 October. Brexit may have an effect on the way you live in Scotland.14/10/2019
Stop your local area becoming a Firework hotspot
Crimestoppers campaign asks communities to give firework misuse information 100% anonymously. Today (14th October 2019) independent charity Crimestoppers is launching a campaign to tackle firework misuse.
14/10/2019
Public Meeting On Land Ownership
See poster.
14/10/2019
Growing Enterprising Communities
A short 1-day in Wick on Thursday 28th November 2019 The day is aimed at people working in community learning and community development. It will help you explore enterprising approaches to working with communities, sharing some positive experiences of working in small communities in Highland.14/10/2019
Restart A Heart Day
See poster..
9/10/2019
Do You have Information or Memories about the American Base in Caithness For a New Book
The United States Navy built a radio station at West Murkle and Forss, in 1962. The station had accommodation at Burnside, Castletown and John Kennedy Drive.7/10/2019
Stewart asks for answers on Chronic Pain waiting times
Highlands and Islands Labour MSP, David Stewart, has contacted both NHS Highland and the Scottish Government to ask what is being done to bring down the unacceptably long waiting times for people in the Highlands to be seen by the Chronic Pain service. David Stewart said "This issue has been raised with me before, and has now been raised again.7/10/2019
Scottish Veterans Fund opens
Organisations that want to work with veterans and their families are being urged to apply to a fund that benefits former services personnel. Veterans Minister Graeme Dey is to open the Scottish Veterans Fund (SVF) at the Armed Forces and Veterans Champions Gathering in Glasgow tomorrow.6/10/2019
Obituary: Chris Ferreira, pioneering geobotanist
Born: August 30, 1931 - Died: August 2, 2019. DR Robert Edwin Christopher (Chris) Ferreira, who has died aged 87, was uniquely skilled and versatile as a botanist and geologist, and was also a philanthropist.
6/10/2019
Obituary - Ronnie Johnstone
Minister in Glasgow and Caithness. Born: November 11, 1945 - Died: August 30, 2019.4/10/2019
New Health And Social Care Hub Wick - Still Dates To Visit The Popup Information Shop
NHS Highland plans to rent a temporary pop up shop to update local residents about proposals for its primary health and social care hub for Wick at the end of this month. During the Caithness Health and Social Care consultation last year, the board found the temporary ‘High Street Presence' approach proved an effective way to engage with people about the redesign plans.3/10/2019
Living well with Type 2 diabetes event 30th October Book Now
A specialist event for people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to get expert advice and information about living with the condition comes to Caithness next month - and bookings are now open. The Caithness Diabetes group, supported by Diabetes Scotland, is hosting the free event - and are urging those living with the condition, their family members and carers to come along.2/10/2019
Time Running Out For Telephone Box Consultation 2019
The Highland council has been running a consultation about the removal of 110 telephone boxes in Highland. The last list showed there had been no objections for the removal of Caithness telephone boxes in Castletown, Halkirk and Latheron.
1/10/2019
Taste North 2019 - Sunday 6th October 2019 11am to 4.30pm. at Together Travel - John O'Groats
Taste North 2019 - Sunday 6th October 2019 11am to 4.30pm. at Together Travel - John O'Groats.
30/9/2019
Will You Go Sober For October?
Be a Soberhero and go 31 days without alcohol this October - say no to the booze and yes to raising money for people living with cancer. And just like every hero's trusty sidekick, Macmillan will be with you every step of the way to help you along your sober journey.30/9/2019
Could You Help Shape The Future Of Wick High Street?
Wickers are being given the chance to help transform their High Street into a more vibrant, accessible and a welcoming place for everyone to spend time in, as part of the Town Centre Regeneration. The Wick Street Design project is being delivered by Sustrans Scotland in partnership with The Highland Council, Royal Burgh of Wick Community Council and Local Councillors.
[Funders]
26/9/2019innogy Launches Flexible Wind Farm Fund To Increase Employment Potential
· Bad á Cheò Wind Farm Education & Training Fund created to benefit local residents. · £133,250 fund per annum now open for applications from residents and community groups.
26/9/2019
New Advice Service For Parents Carers and Children
A new service which is open to parents/carers/children and those who work with them..
25/9/2019
Obituary - William 'Bill' Arif Born 25 February 1937 Died 22 August 2019
WILLIAM 'BILL' ARIF, BORN 25.02.1937, THURSO CAITHNESS: DIED 22.08. 2019, FOCHABERS, MORAY.
25/9/2019
New relationships, sexual health and parenthood website
A new teaching website that strengthens the quality, consistency and relevance of education on relationships, sexual health and parenthood has been launched. The Relationships, Sexual Health and Parenthood (RHSP) site - https://rshp.scot/ - contains over 100 lesson plans for use in all education settings.Search Our Site
Information
Submissions
What's On
Latest Updates
