Stornoway3 hrs agoNHS Western Isles claims success at cutting single-use cup wasteSince a surcharge was introduced on single-use cups there has been a 94% drop in usage.3 hrs ago7 hrs agoPolice officers learning Gaelic in language's heartlandsThree officers are receiving tuition and the training has been offered to others based in the Western Isles.7 hrs ago11 Feb 2026Isles council staff not getting World Cup public holidayFirst Minister John Swinney previously said 15 June should be designated as a national bank holiday.11 Feb 202610 Feb 2026The Mary Wallopers, Valtos and FÜLÜ to play HebCeltFara, Colin Macleod and Mànran have also been announced for the event in July.10 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Body-worn cameras trialled at isles hospital after 'rise in violence'NHS Western Isles says staff have reported being threatened and physically assaulted.5 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Prices at council-run island gyms and pools to rise by up to 30%Comhairle nan Eilean Siar says increases will help plug a hole in its budget.4 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Victim of 'Celtic Curse' spent years blaming herself for poor healthAnn Campbell says being diagnosed with a genetic disease in her 80s came as a relief.3 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Lewis Hub plans breathe new life into Stornoway hotelThe Caledonian Hotel on the town's waterfront has been sitting empty for more than a decade29 Jan 202628 Jan 2026Fresh investment in Stornoway's deep-water portThe Scottish government is investing £1.8m to help design new port facilities for the offshore wind industry.28 Jan 2026...
