Swimmers raise £4800 for North Baths after eight-week chilly …
Dec 24, 2024 · A group of cold-water swimmers have raised £4800 after doing lengths of the North Baths in Wick almost every day for eight weeks.
Death Notices - JohnOGroat Journal
HOPE Peacefully, in Town and County Hospital, on 20th January, 2025, James (Jimmy), aged 90 years, of Sunshine Cottage, Dunbeath. Beloved husband of the late Norma, much loved dad of Linda, Colin, Andy and Alan, a loving grandad and great-grandad. A dear brother, uncle and friend. Funeral service within Dunbeath Hall on Tuesday, 28th January, service commencing at 11am; thereafter to Latheron ...
Investing in our Future
Nov 28, 2024 · Highland Council explains its plans to bring more public services more closely together.
Assisted dying bill is ‘a vague and dangerous concoction’
Dec 25, 2024 · Assisted dying bills are being debated at the UK and Scottish parliaments. Picture: iStock During my cancer battle in 2022, there was a two-week period during which I thought I was going to die. Fortunately, the work of doctors meant I was able to overcome my bowel cancer, and my worst fears weren’t realised.
YOUR VIEWS: Caithness midwives do a great job and call to break …
Dec 21, 2024 · However, I felt some of the reporting failed to acknowledge the existing maternity services we do have in Caithness which, in my experience, have been very good. It feels important to also share positive experiences, particularly for anxious parents to be. A dedicated, skilled and extremely hard-working team of local midwives provide expert support across a large geographical area as well as ...
NHS Highland criticised for failing to tackle Child and Adolescent ...
Dec 27, 2024 · NHS Highland has been accused of “unacceptable” failures in tackling waiting lists for children needing mental health treatment.
PICTURES: Melvich Primary School and Early Learning Centre …
Dec 20, 2024 · It was an enchanting performance that captivated the audience and got everyone in the Christmas spirit. Melvich Primary School’s Christmas show on Tuesday, December 10, involved all pupils from the Early Learning Centre through to P7.
2025 Caithness Calendar is available now - johnogroat-journal.co.uk
Nov 10, 2024 · The Caithness Calendar 2025 is available now. The calendar continues to prove popular each year, with copies sold near and far.
Budget tackles the issues faced by people across Caithness and …
Dec 18, 2024 · The budget also includes a record increase of nearly £2 billion for frontline NHS boards, with an additional £133.1m for NHS Highland. This funding boost will improve access to GP appointments, enhance A&E services, and ensure more people receive care on time. It will also support the training of more dental professionals, introduce specialist nurses for long Covid, and expand community ...
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Read the latest birth, marriage, obituary and other family announcements from the John O'Groat Journal and Caithness Courier