Mars mission with a connection to Skye
A former NASA engineer from Portree now has a presence on Mars following the successful touchdown last week of the rover Perseverance. Alexander MacRae’s name was inscribed onto the robotic…
Community council makes final call for views on Stornoway wind farm
An island community council, which wants a public inquiry into a wind farm on the outskirts of Stornoway, has made a late plea to local residents to air their views.…
New shop opens its doors in south Skye
The new Armadale Stores opened for business this week (Wednesday 24th February) – completing a £900,000 community led project. When the old shop, post office and petrol station closed in 2019,…
Councils cannot ignore the benefits offered by major developments
It is absolutely right and proper that the Scottish Government’s energy consents unit have extended the consultation period for the Stornoway Wind Farm planning proposal, to afford the Stornoway Community…
Exciting times ahead for ‘new’ Balmacara Hotel
ADVERTISING FEATURE Balmacara Hotel is looking forward to welcoming customers again after recent extensive renovations. Hotel manager Juan Santos has overseen the refurbishment and the building of an extension in…
Skye nurse on Queen’s award programme
A Skye nurse has been accepted to one of the most prestigious programmes in the profession. Helen Gilpin (pictured), Highland Council’s lead nurse for looked after and care experienced children,…
Torabhaig’s first malt now on sale
Malt whisky from Skye’s newest distillery goes on sale from today (Friday 19th February). Torabhaig is the first whisky distillery to be built on the island in 190 years and…
Encouragement over community bid for Orbost Forest
Dunvegan Community Trust in north Skye held its second community consultation event last week to gather views on the potential benefits of community ownership of Orbost Forest. Organised by the…
Opinions sought on future of Balmacara hall
The committee of Balmacara hall is inviting members of the surrounding community to contribute to the future vision of the Old Mill Hall in the iconic heart of Balmacara Square.…
Storr sledger back on his feet and grateful for speedy response
A 36-year-old Skye man who feared serious injury when he crashed while sledging at the Old Man of Storr was this week full of praise for the emergency services and…