Isle of Barra26 Jan 2025Scotland's dying art of traditional nicknamesA practice handed down through generations in Gaelic-speaking communities could be at risk of being lost.26 Jan 2025Highlands & Islands22 Jan 2025Islanders call for access to mainland healthcareFor some patients in the Western Isles flying to Glasgow would be easier than long journeys to Stornoway.22 Jan 2025Highlands & Islands20 Jan 2025Photos show crumbling walls and mould in schoolFor years parents have been calling for a new school in Castlebay in Barra.20 Jan 2025Highlands & Islands22 Dec 2024Island ferries and flights disrupted by high windsGusts of 82mph were recorded at Kirkwall on Orkney and at South Uist in the Outer Hebrides.22 Dec 2024NE, Orkney & Shetland14 Sep 2024Repairs begin on clan's island stronghold Kisimul Castle has been closed to the public since 2020.14 Sep 2024Highlands & Islands10 Aug 2024Kayaker swept out to sea rescued by fishermenAn "extremely lucky" kayaker was rescued by a passing fishing boat after getting swept out to sea off the isle of Barra.10 Aug 2024Scotland14 Jul 2024Bid to replace Barra's crumbling 1970s sculptureThe statue dedicated to a 6th Century Irish saint is falling apart.14 Jul 2024Highlands & Islands27 Jun 2024'Queen of Gaelic singers' inspires video game soundtrackFlora MacNeil's Gaelic singing led to her musician daughter featuring in new game Still Wakes the Deep.27 Jun 2024Scotland25 Jun 2024Islands council cuts street light hours to save moneyWestern Isles Council is to phase in the change which will see lights go off at 22:00.25 Jun 2024Highlands & Islands