Isle of Skye
Domestic abuse charges in Skye rise by 163 percent
10 SEPTEMBER 2026 Get in touch if you’ve got a story you’d like us to look into. Send a WhatsApp or send an email. Domestic abuse charges in Skye rise by 163 percent Domestic abuse related charges reported to the Procurator Fiscal in Portree have risen by 163 percent in a year, according to new figures […]
Second phase of Storr Centre complete
13 AUGUST 2026 Get in touch if you’ve got a story you’d like us to look into. Send a WhatsApp or send an email. Second phase of Storr Centre complete The second phase of Highland Council’s new facility at the Old Man of Storr is open. The upgrade includes an extension to the shop and a multi-purpose […]
Glenelg-Kylerhea ferry back in service after major refit
By Jamie McDonald The Glenelg-Kylerhea ferry has returned to service for the season. The MV Glenachullish has had major work done over the winter with a full refit of the engine carried out at Kishorn. “There’s a great deal of excitement when the ferry comes back because it changes the place.” – Jo Crawford, CEO […]
Skye Councillor hits back at claims local authority is at fault for Portree public toilet closure
By Jamie McDonald Skye councillor hits back at claims local authority is at fault for Portree public toilet closure A local councillor has responded to criticism of Highland Council following a story published by Radio Skye about the continued closure of the public toilets in Portree. “If you are one of those keyboard warriors out […]
Police issue warning to dog owners amid rise in livestock worrying
By Jamie McDonald Police in the Highlands and Islands are warning dog owners to be vigilant as incidents of livestock worrying continue to rise. The problem occurs when dogs chase, attack, or scare farm animals. It poses an added risk to animal welfare during the lambing and calving season. PC Anna Jones of Kyle Police […]
Business anger as Portree public toilets remain closed
By Jamie McDonald Businesses in Portree are raising concerns over the continued closure of the public toilets in the village. Highland Council says the facility has been shut since the 10th of December after a water leak damaged the electric meter, leaving the building without power. The electricity company contracted to do the work is […]
Police recover drugs and weapons during Skye search
By Jamie McDonald Police recover drugs and weapons during Skye search A woman has been arrested after officers searched a property in Skye as part of an investigation into alleged drug dealing. The raid took place on Thursday 26 March. A quantity of drugs was recovered as well as several illegal weapons. A woman was […]
Romance fraudster jailed after arrest on Skye
By Jamie McDonald A romance fraudster who conned men out of tens of thousands of pounds has been jailed for more than seven years after being arrested on Skye. According to the Daily Record, police body-worn camera footage released after the sentencing shows officers arresting Gemma Kingsley at a property on the island. Kingsley, 50, […]
Foreign sheep shearers to require visas as UK scheme ends
By Jamie McDonald The UK government is ending a visa-free arrangement that allowed foreign sheep shearers to work in the UK. The scheme, which has been in place since 2012, allowed workers from countries like New Zealand and Australia to provide seasonal work. Visas have been extended for the 2026 shearing season, but from now […]
‘They can say what they like about me’ – Councillor Drew Millar on his resignation from key planning committee
By Jamie McDonald A Highland councillor has resigned from a key planning role after being told his comments about wind farms on Skye could be seen as bias. Drew Millar stepped down as chairman of Highland Council’s North Planning Applications Committee following advice that he may have pre-judged renewable energy applications. He said “there was […]