Castlebay4 Feb 2026'Productive talks' on Barra and Vatersay CampusComhairle nan Eilean Siar says some work around the delayed project can now be progressed.4 Feb 202628 Jan 2026Tunnels or bridges could complete isles road networkComhairle nan Eilean Siar says it supports the idea of fixed links over the sounds of Barra and Harris.28 Jan 202621 Jan 2026Western Isles Council facing a budget gap of £4.1mComhairle nan Eilean Siar says it might have to increase council tax or use its reserves to plug the hole.21 Jan 202627 Nov 2025New mobile phone policy for Western Isles schoolsCouncillors have welcomed an element of flexibility in the rules for primaries and secondaries.27 Nov 202527 Aug 2025Police dog helps find drugs worth £10,000 on BarraTwo people were arrested following searches of properties in Castlebay.27 Aug 202531 Mar 2025'Island ferry problems meant my child could not travel'Carol-Anne Galbraith says reduced passenger capacity is stressful and upsetting for families on Barra.31 Mar 202520 Jan 2025Photos show crumbling walls and mould in schoolFor years parents have been calling for a new school in Castlebay in Barra.20 Jan 202514 Sep 2024Repairs begin on clan's island stronghold Kisimul Castle has been closed to the public since 2020.14 Sep 202412 Mar 2024Effort to tackle Hebridean isle's feral cat colonyA charity estimates there are at least 20 cats in the group on the island of Barra.12 Mar 2024...