Editorial: David Alston departure offers chance for “encouraging” replacement
We have sympathy with David Alston. He was parachuted into the chair of NHS Highland three years ago. As a standing non-executive director he must have had an inkling of…
Month: February 2019
David Alston resigns as NHS Highland Chair with immediate effect
NHS Highland announced today that David Alston will step down from his role as Chair of the Board with immediate effect. Mr Alston first joined NHS Highland as a Non-Executive…
Name chosen for Skye resort following cash prize competition
The developer behind a new hotel in Portree on Skye, which received council planning permission earlier this year, has chosen a name for the proposed resort following a competition launched…
Skye and Lochalsh Citizens Advice Bureau manager hits out at cuts to frontline services
The manager of Skye and Lochalsh Citizens Advice Bureau has hit out at the axing of crucial funding that will see the loss of a highly-skilled frontline worker. Morag Hannah’s…
Skye and Badenoch set to resume rivalry in women’s shinty season opener
On 6th October 2018, Skye Camanachd Ladies were crowned National Division 1 Champions having retained their title courtesy of a breathless and electric 5-5 draw against their closest rivals Badenoch…
New Skye Gallery brings celebrated artist’s studio back into use
The former studio of the late, much-loved and acclaimed artist Tommy MacKenzie was reopened as a new gallery space in Skye this week by a local businessman. Robert MacAskill, owner…
Health care progress for Raasay and Glenelg as communities are being listened to “at last”
The chair of Raasay Community Council has said there is a “feeling at last” that the community and NHS Highland are now working together to address issues which have impeded…
‘Nae Pasaran’:When Scottish workers stood against a fascist dictator
There can’t be many pensioners from East Kilbride who are Commanders of the Republic of Chile. It is a safe bet that there are only three: Robert Somerville, John Keenan,…
Balallan goalie Rachael flies the flag for Western Isles as part of Scotland team
The Western Isles has a proud footballing heritage, but it’s doubtful that the area has ever featured in a list which also includes Manchester United, Rangers, Celtic, Hibs and Dundee…
New Portree and Braes Trust project officer relishing Skye healthcare role
The new Portree and Braes Community Trust project support officer has told the Free Press that her passion for healthcare and connection to island life were both key in her…