News Archive
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.10/1/2016
Flooding Thurso River 10th January 2016
Arran Sinclair has some footage of the Thurso River flooding today 10th January 2016..10/1/2016
Flooding Around Caithness
Will Clark from the John O Groat Journal captured some shots of the flooding around Caithness on 10th January 2016.8/1/2016
New alcohol guidelines
Chief medical officers update advice for lower-risk drinking. Men and women should drink no more than 14 units of alcohol a week to reduce the risk of diseases such as cancer and liver disease, under new guidelines issued by the United Kingdom Chief Medical Officers (CMOs).5/1/2016
Dog Owners Urged To Get Their Animals Microchipped
Dog owners across Scotland are being urged to get their animal microchipped. From April, it will be compulsory for all dogs in Scotland to have a chip with their owners details registered and kept up to date in a database complying with certain conditions.Whats On At Caithness Horizons: January 2016
Cafe Exhibition Christmas Local Artists Exhibition 1st December 2015 - 31st January 2016 An exhibition of work by local artists providing a great opportunity to purchase a special and unique Christmas gift or simply treat yourself. Gallery Exhibition Christmas Local Artists Exhibition 1st December 2015 - 31st January 2016 An exhibition of work by local artists providing a great opportunity to purchase a special and unique Christmas gift or simply treat yourself.2/1/2016
Police Seek Information Regarding Damage in Henrietta Street, Wick
Police in Wick are investigating damage to the door of a property on Henrietta Street, Wick. The damage happened between 5.00pm and 11.30pm on Friday 1st January 2016.31/12/2015
Thurso Hogmanay Street Party Street Expects Big Crowds
Many Thurso people will be heading out for the Hogmanay Street Party to bring in 2016..30/12/2015
Hogmanay At Wick
Wick is all set for the annual Homanay Party which once again this year is at Kirk Lane. Pipers and music and dancing to bring in the new year of 2016..30/12/2015
Loch More, Caithness - December 2015
The water levels at Loch More, Caithness are well up like most places in Scotland and UK. This film from above by Highland Aeriel Views shows it all to good effect..30/12/2015
Several Houses Raided By Police In Wick After Community Concerns Raised About Drugs
Search warrants executed in Wick. Police in Caithness have executed search warrants at a number of addresses in Wick Yesterday (Tuesday 29 December 2015) with the assistance of officers from Operational Support Division and other units based outwith the area.30/12/2015
Storms Smash Hole In Pier Wall At Wick Harbour
A major hole has been battered open on the north pier wall at Wick Harbour by the relentless storms of the past few days and possible years..30/12/2015
Read, Write, Count - New Web Site For Children Learning Gaelic
Website focussed on key skills for young children launched in Gaelic. Gheibhear làrach-lìn a chuidicheas clann òg le prìomh sgilean a-nis ann an Gàidhlig.30/12/2015
Lambing advice to pregnant women
Advice to avoid close contact with animals giving birth. Pregnant women should avoid close contact with animals that are giving, or have recently given birth, the Chief Medical Officer Dr Catherine Calderwood has advised.29/12/2015
Dounreay Childrens Calendar Prize Winners
Dounreay has produced a 2016 childrens calendar. Children of DSRL staff and contractors were asked to submit safety themed drawings as part of a competition.29/12/2015