Skye councillors to discuss controversial proposals to reintroduce flights to Glasgow
Skye councillors will today be asked to approve steps to progress trial air services between the island and Glasgow at their regular area meeting in Portree.
Isle of Skye
A87 partially blocked following one vehicle collision
A section of the A87 on Skye was partially blocked this morning following a one vehicle collision.
Emergency services respond to crashes across the Highlands
Passengers on board a minibus had a lucky escape yesterday after it went off a road on Skye.
Minibus crashes into a ditch on Skye
Passengers on board a minibus had a lucky escape this afternoon after it careered into a ditch on Skye.
Armadale Castle extends visiting season to meet growing demand
A historic castle on the Isle of Skye is to remain open to tourists throughout the autumn to meet the growing popularity for the ancient ruin.
Body of a woman found in searches at the Skye Bridge
A body of a woman has been recovered during a search at the Skye Bridge.
Man left with serious injuries after falling from a pier on Skye
A 53-year-old male has been left with serious injuries after falling from a pier into the sea on Skye.
Surge in demand for Scottish holiday properties amid ‘staycation’ demand
Scotland’s long hot summer had led to a 42% jump in demand over three years for those choosing to stay at home rather than go abroad, new figures reveal.
Skye tourist attraction will benefit from additional parking spaces
Ground works have officially begun on brand new car parking facilities at one of Skye’s popular tourist’s attractions bringing an end to endless congestion.
Ambitious plans unveiled for Scotland’s first salmon tourism visitor centre
Plans for Scotland’s first salmon tourism visitor centre have been unveiled.
Restoration works underway at Castle Moil on Skye
Works to restore an iconic 15th-century castle are well underway with pointing work expected to begin today on Castle Moil in Kyleakin.
Young musicians celebrated during Blas Festival
Organisers of the Blas Festival yesterday announced this year’s line-up and revealed young musicians and composers would play a prominent part of the event as part of Scotland’s Year of Young People.
WATCH: Confused driver struggles to reverse down island road
This driver’s ability to reverse appears to be going backwards – as they repeatedly run off the road attempting to find a passing point.
Crofting stalwart John Banister MBE finally retires from Scottish Crofting Federation
A “stalwart” of the Highland crofting community has finally stood down from his post after multiple failed attempts at retirement.
North and Moray property prices rise for fifth quarter in a row
Property prices in the north have risen for the fifth quarter in a row, largely due to the popularity of Airbnb, with the average price of a Highland home now standing at a staggering £177,634.
Cystic fibrosis sufferer backs campaign to make medicine available on the NHS
A young woman from Skye living with cystic fibrosis is backing a campaign by MSP Maurice Corry to make medicine available on the NHS to prevent her from the prospect of uprooting her life to Inverness.
Male walker dies after falling from a cliff in Skye
A man has died after falling from a cliff at Loch Scavaig on the Isle of Skye.
Man dies after cliff fall on Skye
A man has died after falling 100 ft from a cliff on the Isle of Skye today.
Isle of Skye cliff rescue underway
Emergency services are currently dealing with an incident on the Isle of Skye following reports of a male casualty at the bottom of a cliff.
Skye rescue team leader steps down after decades at summit
After years of devoted service during which he attended more than 1,500 call outs, Gerry Akroyd MBE stepped down yesterday as team leader of the Skye Mountain Rescue Team.
Udder relief as cow is rescued from muddy bog
A cow has been rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in the mud on Skye.
Diver Ben surfaces with a new line in cosmetics
Developing a technique to infuse seaweed with coconut oil has helped a Highland scallop diver to launch an all-natural cosmetics line.
Moray Firth towns named amongst UK’s top beach holiday destinations
Two towns on the Moray Firth coast have been named amongst the UK’s top beach holiday destinations.
Sea eagle found dead on Isle of Skye
Wildlife enthusiasts have been left shocked and saddened at the grim discovery of a dead white-tailed sea eagle on the Isle of Skye.
Walker airlifted to medics after falling at iconic Skye landmark
A French walker was airlifted to medics earlier today after falling at an iconic Skye landmark.
Skye pupils explore historical sites under expert guidance
Pupils from Portree, Staffin and Kilmuir Primary Schools have been exploring sites of historical interest on Skye, with the help of local historians, writers and artists.
Campaigners celebrate as Portree Hospital is saved from the axe
Campaigners on Skye are celebrating after health professionals recommended healthcare at Portree Hospital should be significantly enhanced.
Portree Hospital hit by series of problems over past two years
Problems highlighted over the past two years include nursing staff at Portree Community Hospital having to cook for patients due to a shortage of staff.
Cyclist dies after collision with a wild animal on Skye
A 73-year-old cyclist has died after colliding with a deer on an unclassified road near Ord on the Isle of Skye.
Missing hillwalker on Skye found safe and well
A hillwalker has been traced safe and well after going missing up a mountain on Skye.
Highland Council greenlights two huge fish farms in UK’s “best view”
Two huge fish farms have been given the green light to be located in sight of the “most beautiful view in the UK.”
Investigation launched after Skye bridge dismantled
Police on Skye are investigating after a wooden bridge on a public path near Portree was dismantled.