Local news from Thurso and the surrounding area
Great news for Thurso's green spaces! Our dedicated Weedbusters are gearing up for another year of making our town look its best. Get ready to see them out and about tackling those pesky plants again in 2026!
Great news from our local researchers in Thurso! They're working on a fantastic project to bring clean energy to island communities far away in Indonesia. It's wonderful to see Thurso making such a positive global impact!
A lovely surprise birthday celebration for a former Thurso WPC recently made headlines! It's wonderful to see our community celebrating such a trailblazer who served right here in our town.
Big congratulations are in order for a local volunteer from Thurso who has received a well-deserved Highland Heroes award! It's wonderful to see the community of Caithness showing so much love and appreciation for their efforts.
Well now, it sounds like our local community is grappling with some weighty issues! We're hearing about concerns regarding social values right here in Thurso, and there's also talk of trouble at the Dounreay junction that could be affecting us all.
Great news for our local bairns and their families! It looks like Pennyland Primary here in Thurso has scooped the top spot in Caithness for primary schools across Scotland. We're absolutely chuffed to bits to see our local education shining so brightly!
Well, isn't this a treat for us here in Thurso! A fantastic old photo from the 1960s has surfaced, giving us a real peek into what farm life was like right here in our own patch. It's a wonderful reminder of our local heritage!
Get ready for some thrilling action, folks! The Scottish championships are set to hit our shores right here in Thurso, and the buzz is all about catching some truly world-class waves. It's fantastic to see our town playing host to such an exciting event!
Our brave Thurso RNLI volunteers were called into action recently after a surfer got into a bit of trouble off the Caithness coast. It was a tense 40-minute ordeal, but thankfully, our dedicated crew were there to help!
Well, it's a bit of a blow for that riverside development we've all been talking about, folks. The Scottish Government has decided against the holiday pods planned right here in the heart of Thurso. We'll have to see what this means for that spot along the river.
We've got some worrying news from our town today. A Thurso woman has been reported missing, and she was last seen back in January. Our thoughts are with her family and friends as everyone hopes for her safe return.
Get ready for some friendly competition, Thurso! Our local schools are gearing up for a fantastic event down at North Coast and the Flows Church. It's always a great day out for the community to cheer on our youngsters.
Well, you won't believe what our local police officers stumbled upon this week! A rather unusual hiding spot was discovered right here in Thurso, tucked away in a spare bedroom. It sounds like quite the discovery for one of our local residents.
Well, it's been a busy week here in Thurso! We've got some news from the John O'Groat Journal that'll be of interest to many of you. Firstly, there's a story about a new house opening for inspection over in Wick, and some important local discussions about potential downgrades.
Well, it's sad news for our local surf scene, folks. The GB Cup Finals won't be going ahead here in Thurso after a recent incident. It's a real shame for everyone looking forward to the competition.
Sad news for our local pool scene as we remember Adam Higgins, a fantastic talent from right here in Thurso. He was a champion player, and our hearts go out to his family and friends.
Oh dear, it sounds like there's some worrying news regarding breast screening services here in Thurso. Local residents are understandably concerned, and we're hearing that this lottery is sadly sparking fears of avoidable deaths in our community. We'll be keeping a close eye on this important local issue.
Oh dear, it sounds like our local bus shelter on [mention specific street if known, otherwise keep general] has had a bit of a rough time lately! Following three separate incidents, it's great to hear that steps are being taken to get it repaired and back in service for everyone in Thurso.
Oh dear, it seems there's been a bit of a mix-up for some of our local ladies needing breast screening! We've heard that a 'glitch' at the medical practice has meant some Thurso residents have been sent to appointments over in Wick. We're hoping this is sorted out swiftly for everyone.
Good news for local drivers and visitors alike! Essential resurfacing works are scheduled for the A9, specifically between our very own Thurso and Mybster. This vital stretch of road will be getting some much-needed attention, so keep an eye out for any temporary changes.
