Lochaber Blogs
Blogs (web logs) provide an ideal opportunity to explore the traditions, culture and wildlife of Wild Lochaber. We have put together a collection of local blogs and provide the titles and text snippets to 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.
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The Oban Times
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The irony of hooking up two types of computer technology to learn about disconnecting and immersing myself in nature was not entirely lost on me as the car windows steamed up and I shifted around the steering wheel to balance my laptop. The post Mental Health Matters: Nic Goddard appeared first on...
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The choir had the honour of being the first choir ever to sing on the summit of Ben Nevis in 1978. The post Annual Ben Nevis peace pilgrimage to go ahead for VJ Day appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Four sessions, using Zoom, will cover a range of topics and offer a variety of formats. Participants can join for the whole day, running from 10am to 4pm, or individual sessions. The post Young crofters gather to share and inspire appeared first on The Oban Times.
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The dance school said the accusations have come as a shock and it has now launched its own external independent inquiry into the claims. The post Ballet West senior staff member resigns amid sexual misconduct claims appeared first on The Oban Times.
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As work continues on the A83, the diversion route will close to traffic at 9pm this evening. The post Further weather warnings to close old military road overnight appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Reporters Ellis Butcher and Kathie Griffith have all the latest news covered in this week's OT from plans to get folk flocking back to the flicks with the re-opening of Oban's Phoenix Cinema and more.... The post What’s in This Week’s Oban Times 12th August 2020 appeared first on The...
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Roxy's Coffee and Tea House unveil outdoor seating area on Airds Crescent, Oban. The post New cafe culture comes to Oban appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Old military road to close overnight - for third night running The post Another overnight closure at the Rest appeared first on The Oban Times.
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And YouGov poll shows rising support for pro-independence and First Minister Nicola Sturgeon The post Health brief for Cameron in Tory reshuffle appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Seil and Easdale Community Councillors keep residents' updated with latest issues from Covid crisis funding to the recently reduced bus service. The post Round-up from Seil and Easdale Community Council appeared first on The Oban Times.
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A volunteer-run shopping service on Mull is coming to an end after making more than 1,000 deliveries. People shielding from the virus on the island have relied on the network of helpers for groceries and prescriptions, and other essential errands during the crisis since lockdown. Mull Community...
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Covid survivor James Scott backs social distancing advice as he hands over a £15,500 cheque as a thank you to Lorn & The Islands Hospital staff for helping save his life. The post Keep your safe distance in town, urges Covid doctor appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Inverawe Community Woodland is now in the last stage of acquiring 15 acres of forestry land off the A85 beside the River Awe so people in the area can enjoy it for walking and leisure for generations to come. The post Final stage for Inverawe woodland transfer appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Ferry operator sees inquiries surge as ticket sales opened up to and including October 18. The post CalMac inquiries jump by 14 per cent appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Hurtigruten is in contact with all guests that were on board MS Roald Amundsen's July 17 and 24 departures. The post Fort visit by MS Roald Amundsen cruise ship suspended due to coronavirus appeared first on The Oban Times.
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Work is continuing at the Rest and Be Thankful to install extra protection measures ahead of potentially opening the Old Military Road (OMR) as a local diversion route for road users from mid-morning tomorrow (Saturday). The post Opening Old Military Road depends on strict safety checks appeared...
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Fiona, Kathie, Ellis and Martin deliver happy tidings during their regular Friday morning chat. New arrivals, exam results and weather are just some of the topics discussed by the team this week The post Something for the Weekend 7th August 2020 appeared first on The Oban Times.
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'Every single pupil will receive a welcome back from myself,' says Oban High School head teacher Peter Bain in a back to school letter The post Letter details back to school plans appeared first on The Oban Times.
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This project was made possible with funding from the EU Leader Rural Development Fund and Scottish Natural Heritage. The post Kinlochleven youngsters get touch of green fingers thanks to local trust appeared first on The Oban Times.
West Highland Museum
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The population of St Kilda, before the island’s evacuation, survived mainly on seabirds and their eggs. Because fishing in the waters around the archipelago was often hazardous, and the soil too poor for all but limited agricultural, the islanders often risked the short but dangerous boat trip from...
