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In the early days of the Scottish Crofters Union it was helped by a very active branch structure

"Crofters Union” set to make a comeback

Local Stornoway-based cop PC Donnie Sinclair features in the latest series

TV series that lifts lid on island crime

Mario is looking forward to expanding his portfolio of interests by taking over the Crown

Crown Hotel in Stornoway to get new lease of life

Ryanair passengers are being warned about a new airport rule coming into force on November 10.

Ryanair passengers warned as new airport rule starts tomorrow

The groundbreaking at Arnish Moor near Stornoway marked the project’s progression from initial site preparation into main construction

A hub project with a significant jobs boost

He had a highly enjoyable visit to Lewis and can't wait to get back.

Curry king with a penchant for the islands

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Sport

Playing the Barra course was not a simple case of a round of golf, according to the podcast host, it was an entire experience.

Global accolade for golf played the Hebridean way
Barra and South Uist can expect an influx of golf-related tourism after their island courses won rave reviews on the world’s most-watched golf podcast, No Laying Up.
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Acts such as East 17 and Kerry Katona will be at Parkdean Resorts’ Celebrity Christmas Weekender in late November

East 17 to headline Christmas Celebrity Weekender

Hotel Football sits directly opposite Old Trafford, making it a popular base for Manchester United fans on match days.

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Emily aiming high for the isles after DNA discovery

A selection of beginner-friendly golf equipment and accessories available from American Golf, including clubs, shoes, a glove and on-course essentials.

American Golf boosts beginner golf sale

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Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar is a real festive treat for beer lovers

Sneak preview of Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar – 24 beers and extras

Ellie Pacey with her 'light modified' tractor called On The Limit at the UK Truck and Tractor Pull 2025. Ellie, from Northants, has been tractor-pulling since aged 7 and was crowned Miss Northamptonshire in July 2020. All photos credit Lucinda Herbert

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Charlotte Hobbs found brown bread in a white loaf

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Crime

The new inspector has made sourcing new technology, including being able to use drug swipes, a key ambition for cracking down on illegal activity

Inspector calls for technology to back isles policing

The authorities have been pursuing a much tougher regime

Caught poaching? You could face a £10,000 fine

Calum Steele, from South Uist, is a former general secretary of the Scottish Police Federation

Closures mean neither "cops nor cop shops" in rural Scotland

More than half of all students have been targeted by fraudsters

Fraud minister reveals crackdown has been launched on uni scammers

Kate Nicholls chair of UKHospitality has spoken about the importance of high streets to the UK and its economy

'I represent the hospitality industry - having more police is vital'

The work of PC Calum Macdonald and "Viv" was praised

“Genuinely shocking” level of drugs seizures

What's On

Wallace & Gromit Lego set

15 Wallace & Gromit gifts to celebrate Aardman's 50th birthday
The studio behind Preston legends Wallace and Gromit are celebrating a milestone anniversary this year.
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Liberty X will join East 17, Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton and other pop favourites at Boybands vs Girlbands at a Parkdean Resorts holiday weekend, ahead of their Popstars: The Originals tour with Hear'Say next year.

Liberty X fans can see the group at weekend event before reunion tour

Final Exhibit - the new scare maze at Scarefest, Alton Towers

Frightening Final Exhibit brings yet more screams to Alton Towers

Simple Minds and Chaka Khan will headline BBC Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling this year.

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Nemesis Reborn has returned as one of Alton Towers’ headline thrill rides after its major rebuild

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Rochelle Humes reveals her top Abbott Lyon jewellery gifts for Christmas after landing new role

Rochelle Humes shares her Christmas jewellery picks

Keira Knightley returns to star in Waitrose's 2026 Christmas advert, reprising her role in the festive romantic storyline.

Waitrose Christmas advert gets fans talking after surprise return

OPI's Funny Bunny nail polish is a celebrity-loved shade associated with Hailey Bieber's signature milky-white manicure, and now it’s on sale for Black Friday.

Hailey Bieber's go-to OPI nail polish gets a Black Friday discount

Health

Nurosym can help you get a better night's sleep

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Lovehoney’s couples advent calendar is aimed at adults looking for a more playful countdown to Christmas.

Reviewers opened Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar

Professor Jim Flett Wilson, leader of the Viking Genes project at Edinburgh University

Viking genes screening could be a “game changer”

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This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Michelle's report makes it clear that there are significant gaps in the on-going care offered after cardiac arrest

Ongoing care required for cardiac arrest survivors

DK with his wife Fiona, who is also from South Uist.

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Lifestyle

Fashion and homeware feature in TK Maxx’s Christmas campaign. We set out to find three gifts for £50, including delivery.

Three TK Maxx Christmas gifts for £50 with 4p to spare
A skincare set, a coffee maker and a planetarium projector came to £49.96 delivered. One toy swap cuts £7 off the bill.
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Coleen Rooney teams up with her mum for new Primark collection packed with party-season outfits

Coleen Rooney’s new Primark collection is made for party season

Stacey Solomon has praised the 'bouncy blow dry' look the ghd Chronos Curve Hair Curler Tong gives her.

Stacey Solomon reveals the ghd curler she’s buying for Christmas

Mrs Hinch has shared the L'Oréal Paris make-up products she loves, including some old favourites and new discoveries.

Mrs Hinch shares favourite L'Oréal Paris make-up and they're on sale

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Alan Cumming will feature on the BBC dancing competition during a group dance on Sunday’s results show

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Colin Firth attends the "Disclosure Day" photocall at Rose Court on 5 June 2026 in London, England.

Premier League club releases Christmas advert starring Colin Firth

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The Strictly judge made a surprise appearance to kick-start festivities in Manchester

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