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.
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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Aldi launched the Supermarket Sweep challenge in 2016 to address food poverty in the UK and last year raised over £10,000 for foodbanks.
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Duggie and Margaret MacNeill are stepping down as landlords of Tarbert’s Corner House pub this week and can hold their heads up high when it comes to raising much-needed funds for charity.
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The George Hotel in Inveraray is on the market after being in the hands of the Clark family for more than 160 years.
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Oban High School’s leadership have revealed their plan around the use of mobile phones after the Scottish Government gave head teachers new authority over use of the devices.
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The wheel turns and an opportunity arises, as Tiree’s historic watermill, a farmhouse and a tourist business come onto the market.
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Mull residents shared stories from the Covid-19 pandemic as they made hand-tied flower displays to gift to someone they want to remember or thank.
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Oban War and Peace Museum’s directors and volunteers were overjoyed to greet new patron Vice-Admiral Sir Tim Laurence KCVO who was joined by HRH The Princess Royal during a visit on August 20.
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Some amazing performances from the youngsters and the pros.
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Hear from Torquil Telfer and Paul Nicol as they discuss the Argyllshire Gathering.
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Kilchrenan Primary School is set to close its doors at the end of November after councillors unanimously agreed the decision.
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The sun shone as Kildalloig House hosted its annual charity garden open day on Sunday July 21.
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West Highland Museum’s £43,500 funding from Museum Galleries Scotland will help its Beyond Our Walls project (BOW) build new ways to reach people of all ages living in Lochaber, including attracting those who rarely visit it at the moment.
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After more than two decades delivering mail, people wanted to say a big thank you to Colin Brown as he hung up his mailbag for the final time.
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Seil Scarecrow Festival is on until Sunday. How many scarecrows will you spot on the trail?
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Defibrillators are making their way across Colonsay as part of a joint project between the community council, the medical practice and The Sandpiper Trust
Hunter Mountaineering Courses and Guiding
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Lena climbing in Pembrokeshire Lena Hunter Lena climbing. All holidays are for climbing! Ledge Route finishing on the summit of Ben Nevis Ledge Route Climbing in Glen Nevis Rock climbing in Glen Nevis A happy team of climbers Rock climbing in Glen Nevis Rock Climbing – learning to lead
Lochaber Chamber of Commerce
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New Partnership Announcement UHI North, West and Hebrides and EDP Renewables, a global leader in renewable energy development, have announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing skill development for residents of the Isle of Skye. This collaboration offers local businesses and community groups...
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The Whitehouse Restaurant is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious Good Food Guide’s 2024 list of Britain’s 100 Best Local Restaurants. This accolade recognises The Whitehouse as one of only 10 restaurants in Scotland to receive this honour, highlighting its commitment to quality,...
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A Unique Blend of Heritage and Innovation Roslin Distillers and Fassfern Gin have collaborated to launch an exciting new product: their first Oak Aged Gin. This unique creation began with a single batch of their award-winning Highland Gin, which was filled into a cask previously used for maturing...
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From 22nd August, 1pm – 2:30pm at New Connections Transform your nutrition and fitness habits with New Connections’ engaging and informative 12-week course! Guided by a qualified personal trainer, this high-impact course offers practical tips, hands-on activities, and personalised plans...
