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7/4/2014
Police appeal for witnesses following a fire at Wick Harbour
Police in Wick are appealing for any witnesses to a fire which was deliberately set and caused substantial damage to a boating shed at the Wick Harbour around 03:15 hours on Sunday 06 April 2014.   Police are keen to speak to anyone who has any information about the incident and would encourage them to contact Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/.  
Caithness Model Club 2014 ShowThumbnail for article : Caithness Model Club 2014 Show
See photos from the 2014 Caithness Model Show in the gallery..  
4/4/2014
Cannanis cultivation discovered In Lybster area as part of Operation Ram
As part of a Divisional initiative known as Operation Ram, police in Wick discovered a large scale cannabis cultivation in the Lybster area of Caithness with an estimated potential value of up to £130,000.   A male and female have been reported to the Procurator Fiscal for their involvement in this cultivation.  
SPRING SHOW ATTRACTS EQUINE ENTHUSIASTS FROM FAR AND WIDE Thumbnail for article : SPRING SHOW ATTRACTS EQUINE ENTHUSIASTS FROM FAR AND WIDE
Last weekend was the North Highland College Equestrian Centre Spring Show which attracted entries from all over Caithness, Sutherland and Inverness.   Judges Fiona Cameron, Melrose & Kimberley Nicoll, Ayrshire were both extremely impressed with both the standard of horses & ponies and the riders.  
3/4/2014
Easter holiday fun with the Caithness Rangers
The Highland Council Countryside Rangers in Caithness will be running three events over the Easter holidays for local families and visitors to enjoy.   On Saturday 12 April the Rangers are looking for volunteers to come and join them spring clean Dunnet Beach.  
3/4/2014
Police Scotland wish to make the public aware of bogus callers
Police in Inverness wish to make the public aware of their concerns regarding bogus callers wishing to obtain particular details of bank and credit cards.   It appears these persons are targeting takeaway restaurants in an effort to obtain customer card details.  
2/4/2014
Year of Ancient Ancestors Festival Programme
Thursday 15th May, 7pm – 9pm Talk – The Pictish and Early Medieval Sculpture of Caithness in detail and in context.  FREE adult event Booking essential Talk by John Borland, Measured Survey Manager, the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland (RCAHMS).  
Ready Steady Work For Senior Pupils - Book EarlyThumbnail for article : Ready Steady Work For Senior Pupils - Book Early
In 2013 DSRL held a week-long pilot course called Ready Steady Work to help senior pupils in Caithness and North Sutherland prepare themselves for work.   Following positive feedback, DSRL now proposes to hold this event again in 2014 offering the option of two different weeks.  
1/4/2014
Increased penalties for littering and flytipping from todayThumbnail for article : Increased penalties for littering and flytipping from today
Litter louts to pay higher price.   People dropping litter or flytipping in Scotland risk being hit with higher financial penalties from today (April 1, 2014).  
1/4/2014
Boost to community-led regeneration projectsThumbnail for article : Boost to community-led regeneration projects
£3m funding to support community groups and organisations.   Around 50 community-led organisations have been identified to receive investment of up to £3 million which will support the regeneration of areas throughout Scotland.  
1/4/2014
Ormilie Goes for Easter FunThumbnail for article : Ormilie Goes for Easter Fun
Monday 7th to Friday 11th sees Ormlie Centre in Thurso put on activities each day for youngsters and their families.   Take look at their calendar of events and go along for some fun for the kids.  
1/4/2014
Thousands of care users to get more control of their lives from today
Self-directed Support Act - Scotland Health and Community Care.   New legislation that will radically alter the shape of social care in Scotland comes into force today (1 April 2014).  
1/4/2014
Millburn Academy pupils take part on Scottish Independence mock referendum
84% of pupils at Millburn Academy in Inverness turned out to vote in a mock referendum on Scottish independence.   934 of the 1129 pupils at the school cast their votes on Friday 28 March and listened to the school tannoy at 3.20pm to hear the result.  
30/3/2014
Information On The Gull Problems In Urban AreasThumbnail for article : Information On The Gull Problems In Urban Areas
Highland Council Information Herring Gulls and the Law Generally it is illegal to capture, injure or destroy any wild bird or interfere with its nest or eggs.  The information below is for guidance only and should not be taken to be authoritative legal advice.  
30/3/2014
Win a Brilliant Historic Break for two to OrkneyThumbnail for article : Win a Brilliant Historic Break for two to Orkney
VisitScotland and Current Archaeology are offering you the chance to win this fantastic prize for 2 people, including ferry travel to Orkney with NorthLink Ferries, 5 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star renovated mill, free entry to historic sites, and a personal day-tour with your own expert guide.   Whether you are visiting Orkney for the first time or making a return trip, what better year to visit than 2014, the Year of Homecoming.  
30/3/2014
Appeal for information following a report of an assault on Shore Lane, Wick
About 04:20 hours this morning, Sunday 30 March 2014, police received a report of an assault on Shore Lane, Wick, which resulted in a 27 year-old man having to be admitted to Caithness General Hospital with serious, but not life-threatening injuries.   Police are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or heard anything whilst in the area at the time and would encourage them to contact Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/.  
28/3/2014
Savvy Scots are UK's smartest food spendersThumbnail for article : Savvy Scots are UK's smartest food spenders
Savvy Scots are UK’s smartest food spenders.   · Scotland’s adults have reduced annual spend on food by 16 per cent.  
28/3/2014
Seafoods in Schools
Thurso High Workshop.   Inviting all parents, guardians and siblings to a community event.  
26/3/2014
Notice of Pre-Planning Application Community Consultation Event for proposals by JOG 2 Ltd
Notice of Pre-Planning Application Community Consultation Event for proposals by JOG 2 Ltd: John O’ Groats mixed use development, application for planning consent in principal for land between A836 and John O’Groats Harbour.   Dates: Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd April 2014 Times: 10am – 7pm Wednesday 10am – 3pm Thursday Venue: Corporate Residence, Natural Retreats Residences Further information and comments on the proposal can be made by post up to 10th April 2014 to: GLM Building Surveyors & Architects, 58 Castle St., Edinburgh EH2 3LU Please Note: Any comments are not to be made as representations to the Highland Council..  
26/3/2014
Year of Ancient ancestors Programme at a Glance
The festival is being run by Caithness Horizons as part of the Homecoming 2014 celebrations copies of the full programme are available from Caithness Horizons now.   15th – 18th May Picitsh Caithness Talk by John Borland of RCHAMS.