Angus MacNeil MP urges constituents to ‘Get Ready for Winter’
With winter on the way Na h-Eileanan an Iar MP Angus MacNeil is calling on his constituents to ensure they are taking advantage of help […]
UK Coastguard successfully co-ordinates long range rescue mission of injured seafarer
The UK Coastguard search and rescue helicopter based at Stornoway has rescued an unwell crewman from a vessel which was a massive 180 miles offshore. […]
Alasdair Allan MSP hails success of Royal National Mòd in Western Isles
MSP for Na h-Eileanan an Iar, Alasdair Allan has welcomed the success of the Royal National Mòd, which is being held this year in the […]
UK awards recognise Caledonian MacBrayne efforts in 2015 with special commendations
West coast ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne has picked up two highly commended accolades at the National Transport Awards (NTA). Held in London, the NTA […]
Gaelic and Technology Working Hand-in-hand Across Classrooms
Bòrd na Gàidhlig made an announcement earlier this year to invest £150,000 towards the establishment of e-Sgoil, an initiative that looks to access more curriculum […]
His Royal Highness Awards the 2016 Gaelic Learner of the Year
His Royal Highness, The Lord of The Isles, will attend this year’s Royal National Mod (Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail) today (Tuesday 18 October) to enjoy […]
‘We’re entering a golden age for Scottish island literature’
Acclaimed Lewis writer Kevin MacNeil has spoken of his belief that island literature is on a massive upswing, ahead of his appearance at the Hebridean […]
Monday at the Royal National Mòd 2016
This year’s Royal National Mòd (Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail) in the Western Isles continues today (Monday 17 October) as the Children’s competitions heat up. Day […]
Comhairle Welcomes Calls for Further Gaelic recognition in the Western Isles
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has welcomed comments made at Friday evening‘s Royal National Mòd 2016 official opening event by President of An Comunn Gaidhealach, John MacLeod, calling for […]
Challenge Poverty Week in the Western Isles
Challenge Poverty Week runs from October 16-22, and it is now in its fourth year. It is an opportunity for you to raise your voice […]
Point and Sandwick’s energy efficiency project is literally lighting up the future
A project aimed at making Point and Sandwick the first LED community in the UK has made big strides forward over the summer with referrals […]
The Western Isles Enjoys a Great Start to the Royal National Mòd
The Royal National Mòd (Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail) opened on Friday night as Scotland’s biggest Gaelic cultural festival arrived in the Western Isles. The first […]
MV Hebrides leaves dry dock and successfully completes sea trials
Caledonian MacBrayne ferry MV Hebrides left dry dock in Greenock and successfully completed sea trials today (Saturday October 15); she is now journeying north to […]
Highlands and Islands Airports Limited reports strong summer demand as passenger number surpass 900,000 for first time
Regional Scottish airport operator, Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL), saw passenger numbers rise above 900,000 for the first time over the first two quarters […]
Royal National Mòd 2016 Kicks-off in the Western Isles
This year’s Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail (The Royal National Mòd), kicked off last night (Friday 14 October) in the Western Isles, returning to the islands […]
Transocean Winner commences its journey to Malta
The Maritime & Coastguard Agency is pleased to report that at 8.05pm this evening (Friday 14 October) the semi-submersible heavy lift ship Hawk lifted her anchor […]
MV Hebrides to leave dry dock and resume service
Caledonian MacBrayne ferry, MV Hebrides, which was involved in an incident at Lochmaddy on Sunday September 25, will leave dry dock after repairs in Greenock […]
Transocean – Community benefit
SNP councillor for Stornoway North, Gordon Murray has welcomed the news that Transocean will be making a community benefit payment of £60,000 that will be […]
Warm welcome to the Royal National Mod in the Western Isles
A warm Hebridean welcome awaits those arriving in Na h-Eileanan an Iar for the Royal National Mod over the next week, said Isles MP Angus […]
Two fishermen rescued after their boat rapidly sinks
Two fishermen have been rescued from the shoreline by the UK Coastguard Search and Rescue Helicopter based in Stornoway after their 20ft fishing vessel sank […]