Wild Lochaber Blogs
The latest bleats from the sheep on the street...
Blogs (web logs) and blogspots provide a unique insight into Highland life and nature in Lochaber and The West Highlands.
We have put together a collection of Lochaber blogs to highlight the traditions, culture and wildlife in the various regions, including the West Coast Islands.
We show entries from the last 100 days, organised by region, topic and blog. The titles and text snippets give a taste of each entry with direct links to the main blog entry on the host website. We hope you will find time to explore the full articles and further information on the host blog sites.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions for blogs you would like to see here.
The Oban Times
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Ben Wilson, managing director of IMS, explained that the Kallista Helen was built with fish health and welfare front of mind. The post Scottish Sea Farms hails £6m vessel appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Eighteen buckets of rainwater were collected during a recent downpour at the school which is due to temporarily take in 74 extra pupils from Salen Primary School while the youngsters' own building undergoes major refurbishment The post Parents question safety of Mull’s dilapidated high school...
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DEATHS CAMPBELL – Margaret née MacIntosh suddenly but peacefully at 3/6 Lismore House formerly of Rhueval, Morvern Hill on March 8, 2021 in her 87th year, beloved wife of the late Calum Campbell. Much loved Mum of Leslie, Nigel and James. A caring mother-in-law to Lorna and Sheena and...
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The Scottish Government will be investing up to £30 million in the continuation of the Rural and Islands Housing Fund. The post Increased action on rural housing shortages welcomed appeared first on The Oban Times.
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UK and US working on a trade deal which could eliminate almost £500m in tariffs on UK exports to the US. The post Whisky industry cheers tariff suspension appeared first on The Oban Times.
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The issue was raised this week following concerns about the financial position of the GFG Group after one if its major financial backers looked set to enter administration. The post MSP questions First Minister over Fort William smelter appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Power company crews tracked down the fault to the overhead transmission network and repair works got underway. The post SSEN crews work quickly to restore power to islanders’ homes appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Kathie, Fiona, Ellis and Steevie discuss the latest lockdown restrictions from the comfort of their own homes as Martin fiddles with buttons in the SFTW studio. The post A Something For the Weekend Podcast 12th March 2021 appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Within 24 hours, interest came in thick and fast with bids for the first bottle alone reaching £2,000. The post Legendary Islay distiller auctions last casks appeared first on The Oban Times.
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As the island's only hotel and pub the business is considered to be the hub of the island’s social life, says Christie & Co. The post Island’s only hotel and pub up for sale appeared first on The Oban Times.
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A survey to understand the current condition and make recommendations for future upgrades has already started with user groups coming on board to help ensure future sustainability. The post Torridon and Skye paths project launched appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Yvonne and Jason Lancaster launched WELAN in January 2021 making woolly hats from orphaned sheep. The post Tiree start-up is top of the flocks appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Marine economy and how Highlands & Islands recovers from Covid-19 to feature in free series starting March 31. The post Economic seminars for Highlands and Islands appeared first on The Oban Times.
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The book, ‘Over the Chindwin to Lochaber, A Scottish Piper’s memoir’ was complied and produced by his son, Dunca,n from his father’s memoirs and is available now on Amazon at £8.95. The post Legendary Fort piping teacher has his tale told in son’s new memoir appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Among the various agenda items discussed was an update on the planned new pedestrian crossing over the A830 trunk road in front of the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) visitor centre. The post Glenfinnan Community Council appoints new senior office-bearers appeared first on The Oban Times.
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The £1.5 million visitor management investment strategy will see investment in roads; parking and visitor management; public toilets; enhanced litter and waste collection services; provision for motorhomes and public transport. The post Council budget includes £1.5M for visitor management appeared...
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GOLDEN WEDDING KILCOLM – MACKAY – Married in St. Margaret’s Church, Lochgilphead on March 13, 1971, by Fr. John MacCormick, assisted by Rev. Neil MacKay, Tom to Sheena. DEATHS BLACKSTOCK – With huge sadness, we regret to announce the passing of Mary Blackstock at home on March 2, 2021...
Lochaber Chamber of Commerce
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Scotland’s First Minister has outlined an indicative timeline for Scotland’s route out of lockdown restrictions, with key dates for the reopening of tourism and hospitality businesses also outlined. Addressing Parliament, FM Nicola Sturgeon confirmed that the “stay at home”...
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The Virtual Trade Mission to North Carolina is run by Scottish Chambers of Commerce on behalf of the Scottish Government and is open to SME companies throughout Scotland. Lochaber Chamber is delighted to be hosting a diverse group of businesses from across Scotland on our latest virtual trade...
The Adventures of Algy
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lovefromalgy:Now that Algy’s very exciting 9th Tumblr Birthday Party is finally over, Algy will...
