Stornoway3 days agoCouncillors back plans for new homes on former RAF siteThe project on land near Stornoway Airport could see 94 houses built in phases.3 days ago4 days agoIsles council selling £456,000 bin lorry it has hardly usedThe vehicle was taken out of service due to a fault and the supplier has gone into administration.4 days ago18 Mar 2026Lewis and Harris bus users call for improved servicesBetter weekend and evening services are among improvements they want to see, according to a consultation.18 Mar 20262 Mar 2026Bus drivers to help promote Gaelic on island routesStickers in the vehicles' cabs will let passengers know if their drivers speak Gaelic.2 Mar 202625 Feb 2026UK's only council-run abattoir to be supported for another yearWestern Isles councillors are divided over the long-term future of the facility in Stornoway.25 Feb 202624 Feb 2026NHS 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.24 Feb 202624 Feb 2026Police officers learning Gaelic in language's heartlandsThree officers are receiving tuition and the training has been offered to others based in the Western Isles.24 Feb 202611 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 2026...