Meet Donald – the new animated face of Skye
A local businessman from Skye has created an animated character with the aim of providing useful information to visitors to the island. Donald from Skye is an animated character and…
Author: Adam Gordon
Highland Council Leader to meet with Transport Secretary over Stromeferry Bypass
The Leader of the Highland Council has said she will meet with the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Michael Matheson later this month to determine how to progress with replacement options…
Local fisherman “overwhelmed” by support shown following car crash
A fundraising page set up to support two Skye fishermen injured in a car crash on Sunday has raised an incredible sum of more than £5,400 in the space of…
Free Press ‘Team of the Year’ to be revealed in football review
Following on from this year’s thrilling Skye and Lochalsh Football League season, which saw four teams competing for the championship and culminated in league debutants Mallaig claiming the title in…
Armadale – Mallaig crossing attracts more passengers than Ullapool – Stornoway route
The Armadale to Mallaig crossing is among the most popular ferry routes in Scotland according to new figures obtained by Kate Forbes MSP. According to 2017 statistics, Ardrossan to Brodick…
Raasay shop offers delivery service amid stormy conditions
A local store on Raasay is offering to deliver essentials to those who can’t access the shop due to weather conditions on the island. Following the 7.55 am crossing to…
Mallaig and Kyleakin prepare for Championship Playoff
Skye and Lochalsh Football League Championship Playoff Mallaig Football Club v Kyleakin Football Club Saturday 22nd September – Broadford pitch – kickoff at 2 pm League newcomers Mallaig face reigning…
Skye-based charity helps save the lives of three people in five days
The lives of three people who suffered cardiac arrests within the space of five days across the Highlands and Islands, earlier this year were saved thanks in part to public…
Ten-island challenge documentary receives warm reception at premiere
An audience of 130 people were in attendance at Aros on Saturday night (Saturday 15th September) to watch the premiere of the Ally K 10-island challenge documentary. The film shot,…
Questions over Skye mental health provision
NHS Highland have defended mental health service provision in Skye and Lochalsh, following comments made last week by Sergeant Bruce Crawford of Portree police. A spokesman for the health authority…