Category: Lochaber
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Pipers tune up for Lochnell Intermediate Piping Championship
The competition is by invitation only and features Scotland’s finest pipers aged under 22.
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Mystery surrounds disappearance of painting from Rum Castle
Steam Yacht ‘Rhouma I’ by Charles Dixon (1872–1934) was the only item reported missing following a break-in at the ‘secured’ premises in mid July.
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National park nomination process opens
The Scottish Government has opened the application process for those areas wishing to be considered for national park status.
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“Keep on singing. We need you in the Gaelic world”
For every competitor, reaching the Royal National Mòd is a great triumph to make them, their families and their communities proud
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Islands Forum calls for action on islands connectivity
The third Islands Forum, held in Stornoway October 9-10, brought UK and devolved ministers into direct discussions with councillors representing island communities.
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Young singers strike the right Gaelic storytelling notes
It was a successful day for West Highland singers at this year’s Royal National Mòd on Monday, with talented youngsters enthralling spectators in Paisley.
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Former film production coordinator from Barra celebrates degree success
Back in 2007, Sarah MacNeil swapped her Newcastle-based TV and film industry career for island life on Barra in the Outer Hebrides. This is where she now works in education, and a flexible Open University (OU) study enabled Sarah to pursue a degree on the beautiful island.
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Piping wins at Paisley Mòd
Fierce competition was on display at Saturday’s junior piping competitions, where under 16s and 16-18 year olds competed for national recognition
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Paisley proves perfect host as Mòd celebrates opening weekend success
Paisley has once again proven it’s the perfect event host as the Royal National Mòd celebrates a successful opening weekend for the premier Gaelic festival
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Updated timetable for Skye A87 resurfacing
Inclement weather has forced an update of the A87 resurfacing schedule that was released early last week.