LOCAL NEWS JULY 25
Written by MartyM on 26 July 2024
Unique dinosaurs fossils discovered on Skye
Two unique fossils discovered on Skye have provided experts with unprecedented insights into the lives of the first mammals in the time of dinosaurs.
Police release details of Uig break-in suspects
Police have released descriptions of three suspects in connection a break-in at a property in Uig.
The incident happened in the King Edward Pier area around 8pm on Sunday, 14 July, 2024.
A police spokesperson stated that a safe was stolen after entry was gained to the property.
The added that enquiries have established that a silver Kia Sportage was seen in the area at the time of the incident.
The first suspect is described as being a man, of medium build, with facial hair, wearing dark coloured trainers, jacket, and trousers, and a baseball cap.
The second suspect is described as being a man, of medium build, wearing a dark jacket with the hood up, and dark trousers and trainers.
The third suspect is described as wearing a bright yellow top.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.
“Unprecedented ” health and social care challenges laid bare
Community health and social care across Scotland faces unprecedented pressures and financial uncertainty.
That’s according to a new briefing released today on Scotland’s Integration Joint Boards by the Accounts Commission of Audit Scotland.
There 31 integration join boards in Scotland, including in the Western Isles, they plan and commission many vital community-based health and care services
One in 25 people in Scotland receive social care, with this expected to rise sharply due to an ageing population.
Seventy-six per cent of people receiving health and social care are aged 65 and over. By mid-2045 the number of people aged 65 and over is set to grow by nearly a third.
Angela Leitch, accounts commission member said: “Integration Joint Boards can’t tackle these challenges alone – they need the support of councils, health boards, Scottish Government and other partners to help them make the urgent changes that are needed now.
Council issues warning over Skye bivalve shellfish
The Highland Council’s Environmental Health team has issued a warning notice of raised levels of naturally occurring bivalve shellfish biotoxins at Loch Eishort on Skye.
The council stated that eating bivalve shellfish such as cockles, mussels, oysters or razor fish from the areas of Loch Eishort and Loch Slapin may pose a health risk arising from the consumption of these biotoxins.
Cooking does not remove risks from consumption.
As a sensible precaution, people should avoid eating bivalve shellfish from this area until further notice.
Commercial shellfish harvesters in the area have been contacted by the Council.
For further information can be found on the Food Standards Scotland shellfish website here.
King strikes as Portree comeback to snatch point in derby
James King came off from the bench to strike a late equaliser as Portree earned a 3-3 draw against rivals Juniors in the Skye capital last night.
Angie MacPherson and Ross Gordon struck to put Juniors 2-0 up at the break. Ian MacLeod reduced the deficit for the hosts but Angie MacPherson scored his second and Juniors’ third from the spot to re-established their two goal advantage.
Ruari Preston gave Portree hope with their second goal of the game before substitute James King scored from close range to ensure the honours ended even.
The clubs are locked on five points in sixth and seven place respectively.
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