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Skye Tartan Army make for Miami
By Jamie McDonald Skye Tartan Army make for Miami Scotland supporters have arrived in Miami ahead of Wednesday night’s clash against Brazil. A strong contingent of Skye people have made the journey. Roddy MacLeod from Heaste is one of those who has made the trip. Listen to the full interview with Roddy below.
Teenager rescues two men who fell off toy inflatable in Broadford Bay
By Jamie McDonald Teenager rescues two men who fell off toy inflatable in Broadford Bay 15-year-old Archie Law has been praised for his quick thinking after rescuing two men who got into difficulty in the water. RNLI volunteers from Kyle of Lochalsh were called to Broadford Bay at about 9pm on Saturday. The crew said […]
Inverness firm appointed for Loch Duich housing scheme
By Jamie McDonald Inverness firm appointed for Loch Duich housing scheme Inverness company MAKAR has been appointed to carry out survey and development work at Loch Duich as plans to build eight affordable homes progress. The properties will be at Ratagan and Saraig. Kyle and Lochalsh Community Trust acquired the land from Forestry and Land Scotland. […]
Skye charity worker nominated for national award
By Jamie McDonald Skye charity worker nominated for national award Lesley Hellon has been put forward for the UK Dementia Care Awards 2026. Lesley works with Alzheimer’s Scotland across the west Highlands, helping to support those living with dementia and their families. Having started in 2020, Lesley is the only person to have done the […]
Police appeal for information after Cluanie crash
By Jamie McDonald Police appeal for information after crash at Cluanie Police are appealing for information after a serious crash on the A87. The incident happened at 2.50pm on Monday 15 June. Two motorbikes were involved. A black Royal Enfield Himalayan and a grey Yamaha MT-09 Tracer. There were two people on the Royal Enfield. […]
Gaelic youth theatre ‘Strabang!’ celebrates 5th anniversary with landmark national festival collaboration
By Jamie McDonald Gaelic youth theatre Strabang! celebrates 5th anniversary with landmark national festival collaboration Applications are officially open for the 5th anniversary season of Strabang!, Scotland’s National Gaelic Youth Theatre. This year’s cohort is set to make history. To mark five years of nurturing young talent, Strabang! is partnering with the national youth theatre […]
Isle of Skye Half Marathon & 10K – Results
By Jamie McDonald Isle of Skye Half Marathon & 10K – Results The weather failed to dampen the spirits of the intrepid runners taking part in Saturday’s half marathon, 10K, fun run and toddler dash in Portree. Tom Cunningham of Corstorphine AAC produced an outstanding run to take victory in 1:15:42, securing the 2026 half […]
Isle of Skye Half Marathon & 10K – everything you need to know
By Jamie McDonald Isle of Skye Half Marathon & 10K – everything you need to know The Isle of Skye Half Marathon takes place this weekend. Runners can enjoy a spectacular route from Portree out to Borve, through Tote, and back via the hill road. There’s also a 10K, Fun Run, and Toddler Dash with […]
Norwegian Sámi windfarm campaigners visit Skye
By Jamie McDonald Norwegian Sámi windfarm campaigners visit Skye Two Sámi campaigners from Norway are visiting Skye this week to discuss their opposition to a major wind farm development on traditional reindeer grazing land. The visit has been organised by the St Andrews Centre for Critical Sustainabilities in partnership with the Skye Windfarm Information Group […]
Extras wanted in Skye for major production
By Jamie McDonald Extras wanted in Skye for major production A casting call has been launched for a major film and television production due to begin filming later this year. Casting Collective is seeking extras from Skye, Inverness, Aberdeen and Mull. The agency said no previous acting or film experience is required. Applicants must be […]