Crofting Bill is a “step in the right direction”
BY KIRSTY WATTThe new Crofting and Scottish Land Court Bill is a welcomed first step to “modernising and simplifying crofting law”, Eilidh Munro, SNP candidate for Skye, Lochalsh and Badenoch…
Month: January 2026
Broadford follows ‘The Wizards of Ness’
Pupils from Broadford Primary School, from nursery and Sgoil Àraich through to P7, took to the stage last week to perform ‘The Wizards of Ness’ – a pantomime-style adaptation of…
Rare species sighted in Torridon and Canna
BY KIRSTY WATTThe National Trust for Scotland have revealed rare species were sighted at their Torridon and Canna sites for the first time in many years thanks to conservation efforts.…
Highland Council road workers bombarded with abuse
BY KIRSTY WATTA Highland Council roads operative told the Free Press this week that he is getting “really frustrated” by social media posts criticising local gritting teams. Following public complaints…
New year, new focus for Portree venue
BY DANIEL CULLEN Las Port Rìgh reopened its doors this winter following an extensive refurbishment, marking a significant new chapter for the cinema, theatre and live events space within the…
Staying warm and relaxed in Applecross
Applecross Sports and Wellbeing Association has launched a new wood-fired sauna in the first of a series of projects designed to improve wellbeing, support good mental health, and reduce isolation,…
Young and old bridge age gap in Portree
Alzheimer Scotland held a Christmas event in Portree on Friday of last week. Thanks to funding from Bòrd na Gàidhlig, their Gaelic gathering was in Shepherd’s Way Church. Dementia advisor…