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Mar 13, 2024
Q&A: What's next for the Bays of Harris Community Ownership bid?
Eighteen months ago, residents of the Bays in Harris voted to move forward with plans for a community buyout. Dè tha dol? caught up with...


Mar 4, 2024
Cluck ‘N’ Collect welcomes a hen house with a heritage
An out-of-use Harris icon is set to get a new lease of life - in the croft of a young Kyles entrepreneur. With its turquoise paintwork...


Feb 28, 2024
South Harris community plea for Government funds for vital housing
Delays to the release of funding for new houses in Leverburgh have compelled the South Harris community council to write an urgent letter...


Feb 28, 2024
Meet Heather: Harris Tweed Weaver
In our regular feature, we join a local for a tea break, and find out how they spend their time - and their time off. This week we...


Feb 28, 2024
Hope grows for new life for Scalpay school
Initial plans for the development of the old Scalpay School building were shared with the community for the first time on Monday. The...


Feb 28, 2024
Highland Dancing Exam Success
A group of dancers from Harris took their first Highland Dancing exams – or for older entrants, their first since be-fore the pandemic -...


Feb 14, 2024
Lottery support is a big help for Harris
A campaign has been launched to raise awareness about the impact of the Western Isles Lifestyle Lottery’s investment in Harris, and...


Feb 14, 2024
Next steps for Tarbert Housing Development plans
A resoundingly positive response to last month’s consultation about building more houses in Scott Road, means that plans for the Tarbert...


Feb 14, 2024
Closure confirmed for Bank of Scotland's Tarbert branch
The Isle of Harris’ only bank is to close its doors for good next week. The Bank of Scotland announced the closure of its Tarbert branch...

Feb 14, 2024
Wilderness getaways to bring new castaways to Taransay
A new partnership between the owners of Taransay and expedition company Rvival, will see tourists travel to the island for a wilderness...

Feb 14, 2024
SES Pupils impress with fundraising pitch
A group of S2 pupils from Sir E Scott School have demonstrated exceptional teamwork and creativity by successfully securing their pitch...


Feb 14, 2024
Fun for all at the Crossroads Football Tournament
There was a fantastic turn-out for the annual Crossroads Primary Football Tournament, which was held at Sir E Scott School at the end of...


Feb 13, 2024
Careers Focus: Development Officer
This issue we are having a break from Tea Break to take an in-depth look at a local job opportunity. Harris Development Ltd is recruiting...


Feb 7, 2024
My musical touring adventure with Hit the Road
By Isla Scott Last December, I had the brilliant opportunity of taking part in Hit The Road, a touring project for young musicians across...


Feb 1, 2024
Harris heroes battle winter weather
A week of heavy snow followed by several days of storms created exceptionally difficult conditions on Harris this month, but local...


Feb 1, 2024
Meet Barney MacBrayne: Calmac cat
A ginger cat adopted by staff at the Tarbert (Isle of Harris) ferry terminal is enjoying new found celebrity, with his own Instagram page...


Feb 1, 2024
Pickleball comes to Harris
By Harris Sports Centre Staff At the end of last year, a group of visitors paid a visit to The Harris Sports Centre and introduced us to...

Feb 1, 2024
New worries over Leverburgh housing development plans
Plans for twelve new houses to be built in Leverburgh are back in the spotlight, after land earmarked for the project was advertised for...

Feb 1, 2024
Harris Voluntary Service Scheme to provide free electric throws for elderly residents
This winter, Harris Voluntary Service is providing free electric throws to Harris residents over the age of 80. The scheme will...


Jan 19, 2024
Harris Highland Dancing Society announce first competition since Covid
The Harris Highland Dancing Society are delighted to announce their first dancing competition since 2019 will be held at 9am on Saturday...
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