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BBC ALBA charts the story of award-winning community newspaper Am Pàipear

August 2, 2016

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It was a newspaper that was started with the aim of giving a voice to the community.

Now, four decades on, BBC ALBA examines the story of Am Pàipear which has moved from humble beginnings to become an acclaimed, award-winning title in an ever-changing media landscape.

In this latest edition of Trusadh, as well as telling the story of how it all began in South Uist in 1976, we meet those who have contributed and played a part in the paper’s life up to the present day.

As Am Pàipear celebrates its 40th anniversary, we look back at how instrumental the title has been in highlighting key issues that have impacted the community over the decades.

Trusadh looks at how Am Pàipear has reflected the changing community view in relation to many major events, including the influx of military presence, changes in education and health provision, and matters pertaining to the land and environment – all while maintaining a unique island humour in its perspective.

Amongst those who contribute to the programme are Jean Branagan, Mike Russell, Ruaraidh ‘Poker’ Macdonald, Andrew McMorrine, Archie MacKay, Floraidh MacLean, Helen Forbes, Wilma Duncan, Father Colin MacInnes, Ena MacDonald, Christine MacIntyre, Ronald MacInnes and current Am Pàipear editor, Iain Stephen Morrison.

Narrated by Angela MacEachan, Trusadh – Am Pàipear is a fascinating look at how a much-loved newspaper has progressed over 40 years.

‘Trusadh – Am Pàipear’ (MacTV for BBC ALBA) will be broadcast on BBC ALBA on Monday 8th August at 9pm.

 

Sùil air sgeulachd na h-iris chliùitich, choimhearsnachd ‘Am Pàipear’ a tha a’ comharrachadh 40 bliadhna ann an 2016.

A bharrachd air an sgeulachd air mar a thòisich e bho thùs ann an Uibhist a Deas ann an 1976, coinnichidh sinn riuthasan a chuidich gus a chruth a dhealbhachadh thar nam bliadhnaichean chun an là an-diugh.

B’ e amas nuair a chaidh a stèidheachadh guth a thoirt dhan choimhearsnachd agus na h-eileanan ag atharrachadh gu mòr aig an àm. Tha am pàipear air guth na coimhearsnachd a thogail mu dhiofar chuspairean bunaiteach thar nam bliadhnaichean. Seallaidh am prògram seo mar a tha ‘Am Pàipear’ air beachd na coimhearsnachd a riochdachadh mu iomadh thachartas mòr – leithid an airm a’ nochdadh, atharrachaidhean ann an fòghlam agus slàinte, gnothaichean a’ buntainn dhan fhearann  agus dhan àrainneachd, a bharrachd air sunnd sònraichte muinntir nan eilein a bhith aig cridhe na cùis.

Am measg na tha a’ gabhail pàirt tha, Jean Branagan, Mike Russell, Ruaraidh ‘Poker’ Dòmhnallach, Andrew McMorrine, Eardsaidh MacAoidh, Floraidh NicIlleathain, Helen Forbes, Wilma NicDhonnchaidh, Mgr Cailean MacAonghais, Ena NicDhòmhnaill, Christine Nic an t-Saoir, Raghnall MacAoghnais, agus deasaiche an latha diugh, Iain Stephen Moireasdan.

Sealladh tarraingeach air mar a thòisich ‘Am Pàipear’, agus mar a dh’fhàs e. Air aithris le Angela NicEachainn.

Thig ‘Trusadh – Am Pàipear’ (MacTV airson BBC ALBA) a chraoladh air BBC ALBA air Diluain 8mh Lunastal aig 9f.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: #AP40, Am Pàipear, BBC ALBA, MacTV, Trusadh

Am Pàipear gets its 40th birthday party started!

July 8, 2016

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Am Pàipear launched a programme of 40th anniversary celebrations with a bang last night, officially opening an exhibition through which the archive of the newspaper is now opened to the public.

Guests flocked from across the islands to Sgoil Lionacleit for a first glimpse at the exhibition, which has been prepared with the kind support of Museum nan Eilean.

Running from now until the beginning of September (details below) this display – entitled THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION – is made up of illustrations and photographs featured in the paper over the last four decades. Editions from all the way back in 1976 are also available for the community to access and enjoy.

Ahead of the opening last night, some of the tutors currently working at Ceòlas – Rachel Walker, Patsy Seddon, Shelly Campbell and Allan Henderson – performed alongside talented local youngsters Dòmhnall Henderson, Niall MacDonald and Joanna MacDonald.

Cllr Uisdean Robertson spoke to audience about the important role of local newspapers in our democracy, before Alasdair Allan MSP addressed the crowd and cut the ribbon, officially declaring the exhibition open.

Sony Davidson – who has a long and continuing involvement with Am Pàipear – then cut the special #AP40 birthday cake prepared for the occasion, which was promptly served to those in attendance.

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Guests then entered the museum for a first look at the display of illustrations, photographs and past editions.

Meanwhile, in the cafeteria, glasses of prosecco and soft drinks were being poured, ready to serve along with an incredible selection of canapés prepared by Island Deli with support from Langass Lodge, Salar Smokehouse, Kallin Shellfish, MacLean’s Bakery, and Hebridean Smokehouse.

Iain Stephen Morrison, Editor of Am Pàipear, said: “We would like to thank absolutely everyone who came along and contributed in any way to the launch of this very special exhibition.

“It is a lot of work for a team as small as ours to pull together an event like this and we are by no means experts. So after a nervous couple of days and lots of hard work it was a great relief to witness so many people enjoying the evening and the many pieces that make up our archive.

“As I have said repeatedly in the media over the past few days, this milestone and success does not belong to Am Pàipear, but the community that launched it and continues to take ownership of the paper.

“This collection in Museum nan Eilean is all the stories of our islands. Our wish on this birthday is that the collection will continue to grow, that for Am Pàipear, life will truly begin at forty.”

 

Exhibition details:

Museum nan Eilean, Sgoil Lionacleit, Benbecula

8th July until 3rd September

Tuesday – Saturday (10am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm)

Late night opening on Friday until 7pm

 

Am Pàipear would like to thank the following for helping with the success of the exhibition launch: Museum nan Eilean and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar / Island Deli, Salar Smokehouse, MacLean’s Bakery, Kallin Shellfish, Hebridean Smokehouse and Langass Lodge / Ceòlas / Sgoil Lionacleit / Stòras Uibhist / SNH – Stilligarry / Custom Prints / Shona MacInnes / UCVO / Cllr Uisdean Robertson and Alasdair Allan MSP

Filed Under: Heritage, News Tagged With: Alasdair Allan MSP, Am Pàipear, Benbecula, Berneray, Ceòlas, Cllr Uisdean Robertson, Eriskay, Museum nan Eilean, North Uist, South Uist, THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION

Community invited to Am Pàipear documentary preview

July 4, 2016

Am Pàipear editor Iain Stephen Morrison  filmed covering Benbecula 10K for the documentary.

Am Pàipear editor Iain Stephen Morrison filmed covering Benbecula 10K for the documentary.

Am Pàipear is delighted to invite the community to a special preview of ‘Trusadh: Am Pàipear’ a one-hour documentary produced by MacTV for BBC ALBA looking back at 40 years of your community newspaper…

Part of the acclaimed ‘Trusadh’ documentary series produced by MacTV for BBC ALBA, this new programme looks back at the history of Am Pàipear, this year celebrating its fortieth anniversary.

Programme makers have interviewed individuals who were involved right at the very beginning of Am Pàipear, along with those who have contributed and played a part in the story of the paper up to the present day.

Contributors featuring in the programme include Jean Branigan, Mike Russell, Ruaraidh ‘Poker’ Macdonald, Andrew McMorran, Archie MacKay, Floraidh MacLean, Helen Forbes, Flora MacLean, Wilma Duncan, Father Colin MacInnes, Christine MacIntyre and Ronald MacInnes. Angela MacEachan from Benbecula provides the voiceover for the programme.

‘Trusadh: Am Pàipear’ will be broadcast on BBC ALBA at 9pm on Monday 8th August. However, community members can get a first look on Tuesday 19th July at a special screening in Balivanich Hall at 7pm.

Iain Stephen Morrison, Editor of Am Pàipear, said: “We are very grateful that MacTV has made this programme for BBC ALBA. It is remarkable that Am Pàipear has reached this milestone and so the story deserves to be shared with the whole world.

“Our screening is going to be a very simple but special event. We’re planning to host a birthday party, complete with cake and refreshments. We hope many people will join us for a slice of cake before sitting back to watch this programme.

“We are most grateful to MG ALBA – which runs BBC ALBA in partnership with the BBC – for supporting this screening.”

Admission to the screening is free, but anyone interested in coming along is advised to book their place. Please telephone 01870 603 299 or e-mail sales@ampaipear.org.uk to reserve your place. Look out for posters placed locally advertising this event further.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: #AP40, Am Pàipear, BBC ALBA, Benbecula, Berneray, Eriskay, Grimsay, MacTV, MG ALBA, North Uist, South Uist, Trusadh

Alasdair Allan MSP to officially open Am Pàipear exhibition

July 4, 2016

Alasdair Allan MSP.

Alasdair Allan MSP.

Alasdair Allan MSP is to officially open the upcoming exhibition marking 40 years of Am Pàipear.

Iain Stephen Morrison – Editor of Am Pàipear – said: “We are most grateful our local MSP will join us later this week to officially open our exhibition on what promises to be a night of celebration and nostalgia.

He continued: “This is really a very unique and thought provoking display. Our archive is going to be opened up to the public, offering a rare chance to examine previous editions and explore the history of these islands as documented over the past 40 years. Accompanying photographs, artwork and artefacts will ensure THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION is a visual treat, a real walk down memory lane.”

“We would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone to come along to the official preview and opening of THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION at 7pm on Thursday 7th July. Entertainment for the evening will be provided by some of the students and tutors of Ceòlas.

“We are most grateful to the staff of Museum nan Eilean and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar for hosting this exhibition and providing so much support.”

For more information about THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION please e-mail editor@ampaipear.org.uk or telephone 01870 603 299.

Filed Under: Heritage, News Tagged With: Am Pàipear, Benbecula, Berneray, Ceòlas, Eriskay, Museum nan Eilean, North Uist, South Uist

Exhibition to celebrate 40th anniversary of Am Pàipear

June 3, 2016

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Am Pàipear is very excited to announce the first in a series of events organised to mark the 40th anniversary of the paper this summer. A special exhibition entitled THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION will be hosted at Museum nan Eilean within Sgoil Lionacleit from 8th July to 3rd September.

Iain Stephen Morrison – Editor of Am Pàipear – said: “We hope our community will thoroughly enjoy THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION. Our archive is going to be opened up to the public, offering a rare chance to examine previous editions and explore the history of these islands as documented over the past 40 years. Accompanying photographs, artwork and artefacts will ensure THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION is a visual treat, a real walk down memory lane.”

He continued: “We would like to extend a warm welcome to everyone to come along to the official preview and opening of THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION at 7pm on Thursday 7th July. Entertainment for the evening will be provided by some of the students and tutors of Ceòlas.

“We are most grateful to the staff of Museum nan Eilean and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar for hosting this exhibition and providing so much support.”

For more information about THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION please e-mail editor@ampaipear.org.uk or telephone 01870 603 299.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: #AP40, 40th anniversary, Am Pàipear, Ceòlas, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Museum nan Eilean, THE AM PAIPEAR COLLECTION

Am Pàipear appoints new reporter

April 29, 2015

Adam Gordon will start work with Am Pàipear at the beginning of May.

Adam Gordon will start work with Am Pàipear at the beginning of May.

Am Pàipear is delighted to announce the appointment of a new journalist for the publication.

Adam Gordon – originally from Dundee but currently living in Skye – will take up his post with the paper at the beginning of May.

A recent graduate in Journalism from Napier University, Adam has previously had work published in The Scotsman, West Highland Free Press and Skye Magazine.

Iain Stephen Morrison, Editor of Am Pàipear, commented: “I am very happy to welcome Adam to our award-winning community newspaper.

“He brings with him a solid background in news and feature writing, as well as excellent knowledge of broadcasting, websites and digital media.

“My task is always to grow Am Pàipear and try and deliver an ever-improving product for our loyal readership.

“I am convinced that in Adam we have found somebody who will contribute massively to that effort.”

Adam said: “I am delighted, excited and honoured to be chosen to be part of what is a highly respected local institution.

“I am looking forward to meeting people across the islands through working for Am Pàipear, and I hope to reflect the opinions of the local people and report on the issues most important to them.

“My aim is to contribute to the high standards that have been set and the excellent reputation that Am Pàipear has cultivated over the last 40 years.”

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Adam Gordon, Am Pàipear, Journalist

Am Pàipear office closed for the next two days

February 4, 2015

Am Pàipear's office will re-open on Monday 9th February 2015.

Am Pàipear’s office will re-open on Monday 9th February 2015.

Customers are advised that the Am Pàipear office will be closed on Thursday 5th February and Friday 6th February 2015.

Staff will be checking e-mails periodically during this time.  Please contact either editor@ampaipear.org.uk or sales@ampaipear.org.uk and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

The office will re-open on Monday 9th February 2015.

Am Pàipear apologises for any inconvenience.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Am Pàipear

Welcome to your new website

September 9, 2014

Welcome to your all new Am Pàipear website!

For some time we have been busy developing an online platform that will supplement the news and information supplied in the print edition every month.

Throughout this process we aimed to deliver a website that is elegant, easy to navigate, and above all functional.

Now complete, we hope you like what we have produced and that www.ampaipear.org.uk will serve our community well for many years.

Here are some of the key features of the new site:

NEWS

Our new site allows Am Pàipear to properly bridge the gap between editions, providing continuing, relevant news coverage supplemented by quality pictures.

WHAT’S ON?

Our new online What’s On? section will hopefully become the place for people to find out about local events in our area.

Listings are free and may be supplemented by unlimited text plus photographs and graphics. Locations are also mapped to aid visitors to the islands who wish to enjoy some of the activities on offer locally.

Listings will also appear in the print edition.  Please e-mail your event details to: whatson@ampaipear.org.uk

CONTACT    

If you are looking to reach the Am Pàipear team, details and an online contact form are provided on the new website.

Details for subscriptions and copy deadlines are also provided.

ADVERTISING

Space for advertising is available on the new Am Pàipear website. Please contact sales@ampaipear.org.uk to enquire and discuss possible combination deals with the print edition.

In due course we hope to further develop the website to incorporate e-commerce aspects, including the sale of digital copies of Am Pàipear.

In the meantime, happy reading!

Iain Stephen Morrison – Editor

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Am Pàipear, News, Website

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