Group aiming to make cycle path vision a reality in south Skye
“It wouldn’t put me at risk of traffic and it would mean I just go out and cycle.” Those were the words of nine-year-old Krista Nicolson, who was part of…
Strath Print grateful for support in trying times
It is not too late to order Christmas cards from Strath Print in Broadford. “You may be pleasantly surprised at how cost-effective it is to have cards made from your…
Skye Mountain Rescue leader revisits dramatic Cuillin mission
The leader of the Skye Mountain Rescue team has commended team members for going “the extra mile” during a dramatic nine-hour evacuation on the Cuillin Ridge earlier this year. In…
Clothing and homeware business expands in Portree
ADVERTISING FEATURE : SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS Looking for some stylish clothing for the festive season? Hankering for a handbag, scarf, hat, or jewellery as a treat for yourself, or perhaps…
Summit on future of Gaelic as a community language
The Skye leg of a series of community conversations on the future of Gaelic as a community language will take place next week. The summit on Tuesday 1st December, 7pm,…
Soldier traverses “brutally beautiful” Loch Alsh in world record attempt
A former soldier who is raising money to build a school for child refugees has paddle boarded his way through Loch Alsh this week as part of a world record…
Skye campaigner welcomes landmark period product bill
A Skye woman whose initiative has provided hundreds of free sanitary items to Highland and Islands residents has welcomed the passing of a landmark bill to make period products free…
North Skye shop could lose out on green fund after asking for too little
A postmistress in north Skye who is seeking £2,300 of environmental funding for her business could lose out because the amount she has asked for is too little. Nancy Bell,…
Lib Dems name local councillor as candidate for Highland seat
The Highland Liberal Democrats have selected an experienced local councillor to fight Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch at the Scottish Parliament elections in May next year. Denis Rixson, who represents Caol…
Keep it in the community!
We encourage everyone to spend locally this festive season as there are many benefits in supporting local independent businesses, such as: ❅ Supporting the economy of our community – Research…