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Crews battle mile-long blaze on Scottish island while another fire blocks railway

Firefighters are continuing to battle a mile-long blaze on the Isle of Skye, while a separate fire on the mainland had blocked railway tracks near…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 8, 2025

Ex-Tory selected as LibDems candidate to take on Kate Forbes in Holyrood election

A FORMER Tory councillor has been selected by the LibDems to be their candidate to take on Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes at next year's Holyrood…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 2, 2025

Locals hold protest against sale of huge 50-year-old estate on Scottish island

AROUND 100 people attended a protest in Skye yesterday morning following the news that a large estate and castle are being marketed for sale ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 31, 2025

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Co-founders reveal the secret behind island music festival's success

FOR a decade, Skye Live Festival has been redefining Scotland’s music scene, blending ancient tradition with contemporary beats against the…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 30, 2025

'A local hero': Independence activist who created Skye Bridge tradition dies

An independence activist who walked across the Skye Bridge with Saltires more than 300 times has passed away

The National (Scotland) · Mar 12, 2025

Inside the rural communities campaigning against renewables projects

AS SCOTLAND pushes to reach its climate targets by investing in renewable energy, pockets of campaign groups where these green projects are being…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 25, 2025

Muched-loved family-run art gallery on Scottish island to close after 50 years

A FAMILY-RUN art gallery on the Isle of Skye is to close its doors for the last time after 50 years ...

The National (Scotland) · Feb 17, 2025

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Scottish island chef set to star in BBC primetime cooking programme

AN Isle of Skye chef is set to make his TV debut this month as he said it has always been a “real dream” to compete against some of the best in…

The National (Scotland) · Feb 7, 2025

Efforts to free whale entangled in rope off Skye continue

Rescuers are attempting to help the humpback, which got into difficulty at a fish farm near Rigg.

Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2025

Concerns over camp proposal for 350 workers on Scottish island

AN ISLAND community council is requesting more time to collect public views on a proposal to build a large camp for up to 350 workers in Skye

The National (Scotland) · Jan 12, 2025

Main Skye road closed after fatal crash as police issue 'avoid the area' warning

THE main road connecting Skye with mainland Scotland has been closed after a fatal crash, with motorists urged to “avoid the area” ...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 3, 2024

Man jailed for life over Skye gun rampage which left one dead and three injured

Finlay MacDonald, 41, murdered his brother-in-law and attempted to kill his wife and a married couple on August 10, 2022.

Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024

Skye gunman guilty of murdering brother-in-law and trying to kill three others

Finlay MacDonald, 41, went on a violent rampage on the island and Scottish mainland on August 10, 2022.

Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024

Jury considers verdict in trial of man accused of Skye shooting spree

Finlay MacDonald, 41, denies murder and attempted murder at the High Court in Edinburgh.

The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024

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Evening Standard · Nov 14, 2024

Sister of alleged Skye gunman ‘tried to save husband’s life’, court told

Lyn-Anne MacKinnon told the court that she saw her husband standing at the kitchen sink after allegedly being shot by her own brother.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 14, 2024

Man accused of Skye shooting spree tells court osteopath 'ruined his life'

A MAN accused of a fatal shooting spree in Skye and Wester Ross had threatened to kill an osteopath who he claimed “ruined his life” and alleged…

Evening Standard · Nov 14, 2024

Man accused of Skye shooting spree claimed osteopath ruined his life, court told

Finlay MacDonald, 41, denies a charge of murder and three charges of attempted murder on August 10, 2022.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 18, 2024

Car plunges into loch near tourist hotspot as driver taken to hospital

A CAR has plunged into water near the Isle of Skye as rescue services were called to the scene ...

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The National (Scotland) · Oct 8, 2024

Kate Forbes welcomes government funding for iconic Scottish tourist spot

KATE Forbes has welcomed Scottish Government funding for a world-renowned tourist hotspot on the Isle of Skye ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 4, 2024

Tens of thousands of island homes hit by major power cut

THOUSAND of homes in Skye and the Western Isles were hit by a power cut on Friday morning, SSEN Transmission has reported ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 31, 2024

Stunning Scottish island named one of world's 'happiest' travel destinations

A SCOTTISH Island has been named amongst the “happiest” travel destinations in the world ...

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2024

Scottish islanders 'left with 90-mile trips' as Evri stops home deliveries

PEOPLE on the Isle of Skye have been forced to make 90-mile round trips to collect their parcels after courier service Evri stopped doing home…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16, 2024

'Quaint' Scottish island restaurant put on market

AN established restaurant in Skye described as a "true gem" has gone on the market ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 5, 2024

SNP's Drew Hendry concedes defeat in Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire seat

DREW Hendry has conceded defeat in Inverness, Skye and West Ross-Shire - the last Scottish General Election seat yet to be officially declared.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26, 2024

Boundary changes have oddly cut up the Highlands – but that could help SNP

EVEN before this election, the idea that the First Past The Post voting system is all about “local representation at Westminster” used to…

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