Archive for July, 2010

The opening of Tiree’s 18th annual summer Art Exhibition was tinged with sadness as tributes were made to the memory of former art teacher Brian Milne. In his opening address committee member Brian Findlater said that the exhibition began in 1993 and that Brian had worked for it tirelessly for many years. He said that… »

Coll and Tiree provided a ‘hive’ of activity, with experts converging on the islands during National Insect Week. Visitors included Bob Dawson representing the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and a group of four entomologists; including Darren Mann (Oxford University Museum of Natural History), Geoff Hancock (Hunterian Museum, Glasgow), Garth Foster (Aquatic Coleoptera Conservation Trust) and Jeanne… »

There has been quite a furor created over the proposed Argyll Array project, both in the comments here on the website, and in the paper edition of An Tirisdeach. Here are some of the latest letters sent to the editor: From Tiree Community Development Trust Following the public meeting on 15th June at which the… »

Depute Head in charge of Primary and Pre 5, Jessie Gray, retired last week after 39 years as a teacher. Jessie started her teaching career on Tiree at Hillipol Primary School before moving to Dunoon. She returned to Tiree in 1990 to take up the position of Depute Head teacher. Now that Jessie has all… »

Once again I’d like to thank everyone on Tiree for helping make Inveralmond Community High School in Livingston’s annual trip another success. All of the youngsters had a great time and many have said they want to try and come back at some time with their parents. Particular thanks are due to Monica and Lesley… »

A large number of Islanders travelled to Edinburgh to attend this year’s Royal Highland Show, both as exhibitors and spectators. Beating some very stiff competition two locals were awarded prizes in the classes they entered. Iain MacInnes, with British Blue Heifer Ruaig Dotti Et, who was placed 2nd in her class to the eventual reserve… »