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Sleat conference on ‘misrepresentation’ of Gaelic to be held
By Jamie McDonald A special one day conference exploring the 'misrepresentation' of Gaelic culture is to be held in Sleat next month. Organised by the Islands Book Trust, the event at An Crùbh promises to bring some of Scotland's leading Gaelic scholars together to examine how the culture and history of Gaels has been 'systematically [...]
Kate Forbes on standing down from Holyrood after a decade
By Jamie McDonald Kate Forbes on standing down from Holyrood after a decade As the Holyrood election approaches, a changing of the guard is underway at the Scottish Parliament. Not one but two former First Ministers are standing down. They are Nicola Sturgeon and Humza Yousaf. Among those stepping back is Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch […]
Sabhal Mòr Ostaig’s Fàs Building set to reopen after £4m boost
By Jamie McDonald Sabhal Mòr Ostaig is to receive £4 million from the Scottish Government to reopen one of its key centres. The Fàs building, which has been out of use since 2022, will be refurbished to become the new Centre for Gaelic Creativity. The redevelopment will also include a media studio for broadcast training, […]
Gaelic language plan proposed for Skye and Raasay
By Jamie McDonald A public meeting is being held next week to launch a community language plan for Skye and Raasay. Organisers say the event is open to anyone interested in the future of Gaelic and its culture across the islands. Those attending will hear about opportunities presented by the plan and how it will […]
Skye man who lost his wife to host men’s bereavement group
A local man is encouraging people to talk openly about grief. Alan Mackenzie lost his wife, Megan, last year. He’s holding an informal meeting for men who have lost a partner at Gasta in Portree on Saturday 28 February. Alan’s been telling Radio Skye's Jamie McDonald why he felt the need to speak up. You […]
IB Sports football camps return with new advanced sessions
By Jamie McDonald Applications open for Summer camps in Portree and Kyleakin There’s just four weeks left to apply for this summer’s IB Sports football camps in Portree and Kyleakin. The popular event returns from 13th to 17th July 2026, offering structured coaching for children and young people. Organisers say places are limited. “Expect a […]