Skye pupils impress in Cuillin FM and Free Press media day
High school pupils in Skye immersed themselves in the world of radio broadcasting and news reporting during a media training course held last month. The course, which was run by…
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Youngsters join event to create a flag for Skye
Pupils at Skye schools have been learning all there is to know about flags in preparation for entering the competition to design a flag for the island. Edinbane, Knockbreck, Kilmuir,…
Find a flag for Skye – West Highland Free Press sparks campaign to create new symbol for the island
Plans to create an official Isle of Skye flag are being hatched, with the area keen to follow the example of neighbouring islands in adopting a collective and easily identifiable…
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…
North West Skye FC to play home games in Uig from next season
North West Skye will play their home matches in Uig in the forthcoming 2019 football season after a proposal by the club was unanimously backed at the Skye and Lochalsh…
Skye darts youngster seeks sponsorship to make the next step
The organisers behind the Portree Filling Station Winter Darts League are reaching out to local businesses in an attempt to attract sponsorship for a promising young darts player. Sam MacLelland…
Skye hotel developer launches cash prize naming competition
A property developer planning to establish a new eco-resort on the site of a former golf course in Portree has launched a cash prize competition to find a fitting name…
Skye charities’ work to be showcased at Skeabost event
A multi-charity event will be held in Skeabost on Saturday (26th January) to highlight the work of several good causes across Skye. The event will be held at Skeabost Memorial…
Green MSP shows support to Skye woman in campaign for cystic fibrosis drugs
Highlands and Islands MSP, John Finnie has shown his support for a young woman from Skye, who lives with cystic fibrosis, and is campaigning for access to the latest treatments…