Body recovered on Lewis
The body of Lewis schoolgirl Hannah Mackenzie was found last Friday evening, the day after she was reported missing. The 17-year-old from Gravir disappeared on Thursday 16th August at around…
Missing teenager – Hannah Mackenzie
Officers from Police Scotland are seeking the assistance of the public in an effort to trace a 17-year-old girl missing from the Stornoway area. Hannah Mackenzie from Gravir on Lewis…
Highland exodus to Stirling as Runrig get set for final fling
KEITH MACKENZIE spoke to Skye’s Malcolm Jones ahead of Runrig’s final performance this weekend….. After 45 years, Runrig will bring the curtain down on a remarkable musical career this weekend…
West Highland Free Press Audio Files – Friday 10th August
Every week, Skye & Lochalsh Council for Voluntary Organisations http://www.slcvo.org.uk/ produces an abridged audio version of the West Highland Free Press. This fantastic service, made possible by local volunteers, allows those…
Man dies after road crash on Skye
One person died, and another was seriously injured after a crash involving several vehicles in Skye this morning. The accident happened at around 8.50am, on the A87 about one mile…
Skye is “well and truly open for business”, say local firms
Skye is “well and truly open for business” was the message spelt loud and clear this week as local companies threw their weight behind efforts to promote the island. Responding…
Local volunteer group overwhelmed by turnout for refugee event
Volunteers from across Skye and Lochalsh last week sorted and packed 150 boxes of clothes and aid on behalf of the Highlands Support Refugees appeal. The event, held at An…
Uig regeneration – council to consult
Highland Council are to consult on a development brief for Uig in north Skye, which is designed to transform the area over the next 20 years. A key part of…
Recruitment highlighted as a priority at first emergency services meeting
Representatives of all the emergency services on Skye held their first ever partnership meeting in Broadford last week to discuss how they can support each other. Pictured (left to right)…
Skye women’s Grenfell swim in aid of Firefighters Charity
Six Skye women braved strong currents and winds this week to swim from the neighbouring island of Scalpay to raise money for the Firefighters Charity. Yvonne Mendy-Harrison – who…