Upgrade of Hebridean ferry terminals planned
A ferry firm has confirmed the dates for the closure of the linkspans at Coll and Tiree terminals, which will be removed for replacement works.
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Rescue teams diverted to assist women with broken leg on Staffa
Two rescue teams were earlier today diverted from an incident to assist a 61-year-old woman who had sustained a broken leg at Fingals Cave on Staffa.
Broken down ferry causes disruption for commuters
West coast travellers have suffered ferry disruption after one of Caledonian MacBrayne’s ships broke down.
MSP calls for action to protect Coll, Colonsay and Tiree flights
Highland MSP Donald Cameron has demanded action to protect flights to Coll, Colonsay and Tiree after receiving details of the financial challenges facing the service.
Flights between Oban and the islands grounded until May
No scheduled flights will take place between Oban and the islands for at least six weeks from May 15.
Lifeline flights across Scottish islands are in jeopardy
Lifeline flights from Oban Airport to the Argyll isles are in jeopardy, signalling “disaster” for fragile island communities.
Views sought on Coll and Tiree ferry terminal works
Islanders and those who use ferries to Coll and Tiree are being asked to share their views on plans to replace linkspan decks at both terminals.
Ferry ports at Coll and Tiree to be closed to vehicles while new ferry decks installed
Ferry ports at Coll and Tiree will be closed to vehicles for up to four weeks each as new linkspan decks are installed.
Whale returns to the Hebrides for 13th year in a row
They say an elephant never forgets - but whales obviously have pretty good memories too.
Review of island air services in preparation for new contract
A review is being carried out of the air services between Oban and the isles of Coll, Colonsay and Tiree, with changes to timetable and frequency to be part of the discussion.
Soak in the views at this island farmhouse
A house with a view is always desirable – but it pales in comparison against a farmhouse set right on the shores of a white, sandy beach on the west coast of Scotland.
Man arrested after alleged disturbance at remote island hotel
Police were ferried by lifeboat to a remote Scottish island - used as the setting for the children's books Katie Morag - after reports of a disturbance at a hotel.
Plane passengers ferried back to Oban after plane suffers burst tyre
Passengers touching down at Coll Airport earlier today spotted smoke coming from the plane as it was landing.
It stands at 252ft tall but controversial Coll wind turbine blades have still not turned once
A huge wind turbine which caused controversy when it was being assembled on the idyllic isle of Coll is out of action.
More bronze age weapons discovered on Hebridean island
Bronze age weapons have been discovered on a Hebridean island.
Survey reveals high levels of sub standard island housing
Argyll councillors yesterday expressed concern after a survey revealed that just over 16% of private housing on the Atlantic islands is sub-standard.
Islanders furious as huge section of wind turbine is ‘dumped’ on beach
Angry islanders have accused a landowner of dumping a huge section of a wind turbine on their beach.
Ferry services in chaos as wind warning issued
Ferry services are in chaos today as the first day of June arrived with a yellow weather warning for wind.
Ban on Coll turbines lifted by court
An interdict halting work to build road access for a wind turbine on an Argyll island has been lifted by a court.
Coll the first island with an ultra-fast mobile service
Coll has become the first Scottish island to get ultra-fast mobile connections.
Power company still on alert for bad weather
Power giant Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution (SHEPD) says it is still on high alert for bad weather despite managing to reconnect supplies after severe storms.
Interest sought in running island flights
Expressions of interest are being sought from air companies keen to operate flights to the islands of Coll, Colonsay and Tiree.
Coll of the Sharks Festival
Make your way to Coll this week for a very snappy festival – Coll of the Sharks.
Island of Coll will be able to take calls for first time
The Hebridean island of Coll is to have mobile phone coverage for the first time.
Rare Beetles booming on west coast island
A rare flightless beetle that has a bizarre interaction with bees, has been discovered in abundance on an Inner Hebridean island.
Island ferry back in service
An island ferry dry-docked in Liverpool after suffering hull damage is back in service.
Ex-Scotland rugby captain tackles 800 mile cycle
Former Scottish Rugby captain Rob Wainwright is setting off on a mammoth cycle on Saturday to give hungry children hope for a better future.
Fin whale and basking shark spotted off Coll
Wildlife enthusiasts have been treated to two rare sightings off the west coast in the past two days.