‘It’s the most isolated, loneliest place in the world:’ Former Buckie man to...
Chris "Cam" Cameron hopes to raise £50,000 for charity - and break the record - by staying on Rockall for at least 60 days.
View ArticleDoctor Seaweed to roll out exports of Hebridean ‘superfood’ range
Health supplements made of seaweed from Lewis are heading across the Atlantic.
View ArticleFisherman airlifted by helicopter after hand crushed near Rockall
The man eventually made it to hospital nearly 12 hours after his injury.
View Article‘The queer community is everywhere’: A Rangers manager, a masquerade ball,...
"We really, really want our community, the LGBTQ community, to feel welcome on this island."
View ArticleFiona Rintoul: Scotland’s transport failings are acts of self-harm that...
Our government acts like it’s slightly unreasonable for people who live on islands to expect to be able to move about at will.
View ArticleUHI North, West and Hebrides merger approved by Scottish Government
Three UHI colleges in Fort William, Stornoway and Thurso will merge to form the new UHI North, West and Hebrides.
View Article‘Incredible generosity’: Peat and Diesel support local athletes to the tune...
Team are "truly humbled and eternally grateful" for the assistance
View ArticleNew record set for cruise ships in Stornoway
And 2024 is likely to be even better, thanks to a new deep water terminal.
View ArticleFiona Rintoul: Abject failure to dual A9 hammers home that Highlands are not...
The mindset that the north of Scotland doesn't matter goes beyond government - and it's one that we urgently need to change.
View ArticleIain Maciver: You never know what will wash in with the tide
What a sad sight it was on Sunday to see dozens of the dead and dying whales, as if strewn along a stretch of the sands.
View Article63-year-old man airlifted to hospital after falling from 60ft cliff on Mingulay
The man was walking on the north side of the remote island when he fell.
View ArticleFrom Stromness to the Flannan Isles, Izzy Gray is spellbound by lighthouse...
The acclaimed author and director has created Keepers of the Light, which demonstrates her passion for wild places and those who work there.
View ArticleEilidh MacPhail: We can all do our bit to help make a better and more...
Sustainability and moves to act in a greener, fairer and less wasteful way must not be seen as an additional burden on businesses.
View ArticleCould voluntary parking fees help manage growing tourism pressure in Outer...
Parking and camping issues have arisen at a number of island sites due to rising visitor numbers.
View ArticleWorld-class views from Luskentyre Beach property for sale at £465,000
The modern house comes with views over the white sands of Luskentyre
View ArticleThe 40 buildings in the Highlands and islands taking part in Doors Open Day
A range of buildings including castles, churches and bunkers will be open as part of Scotland's free largest heritage trail.
View ArticleCalMac chief slammed by islanders for flying to meeting about ferry services
CalMac defended the decision to fly Robbie Dummond to Benbecula.
View ArticleRadio enthusiast and ‘mountain goat’ to ‘activate’ ten new summits in Outer...
Ben Lloyd is taking on the challenge of "activating" ten new summits in the Outer Hebrides with some amateur radio equipment.
View Article‘In some respects, it created itself’: The story of the Uist-based soundscape...
The nomination recognises "the stories, the music, on this relatively small island on a really quite national stage and platform".
View ArticleOuter Hebrides Tourism ‘utterly blown away’ by response to first-ever...
The awards have given local businesses a way to "celebrate the way we do things", says Outer Hebrides Tourism chief executive Sarah Maclean.
View Article‘Wow’: Islanders slam Stirling MP for saying politics is ‘about bigger stuff’...
Alyn Smith described 'people out there in the real world' who want to know that 'politics isn't all about WhatsApp messages on iPads and ferries'.
View ArticleIain Maciver: ‘Tis the season for islanders to make their annual...
Late autumn means time to head east for the annual sojourn for The Buying of the Pants.
View ArticleThe Outer Hebrides gift guide: 15 ideas for unique presents to help support...
From foodies to fashionistas, small businesses in the Western Isles have something for everyone.
View ArticleStornoway Housing Roundtable: What’s gone wrong with housing in the Western...
Housing Minister Paul McLennan travelled to Stornoway to hear first-hand accounts of the struggle for affordable housing in the islands.
View ArticleEve McLachlan: Living in beautiful Outer Hebrides makes me appreciate all...
Once you adapt to a new normal, the things you considered dull and commonplace before become things to treasure.
View ArticleFinding a home in the Hebrides: The artist who wove an award-winning family...
"We don't have any money. We don't have any savings. We're going to spend every single penny we have getting that house and getting up here. Whatever happens then - we're at least here."
View ArticleInteractive 3D site gives modern insight into ancient Callanish Stones
You can now "wander" around the standing stones from anywhere in the world.
View ArticleFiona Rintoul: Across the world, island nations are wilfully misunderstood by...
You are always aware that you are on an island in Taiwan. And, on an island, there’s nowhere to run.
View ArticleIsland farmers to have their say on policy with new £100k project
Farmers and crofters in Orkney, Shetland and the Outer Hebrides will be asked their views.
View ArticleShould bigger entertainment venues pay to support smaller ones?
Naz Hussain from Breakneck Comedy Aberdeen and An Lanntair's Sean Paul O'Hare in Stornoway implied the crisis being faced by venues is about more than just funding.
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