Pick a champ and win £200
Lochaber Phoenix Boxing Club has launched a scratch card featuring the names of famous boxing champions with the chance to win £200 if you happen to pick the winning big hitter.
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Rhoda Grant calls for Scottish Government not to pull ad support for local media
Following the rates relief vote last week, Mrs Grant was dismayed to discover that it might mean the previously announced advertising boost could be taken off the table.
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Take your litter home say eco group
Arisaig Eco Project are promoting Keep Scotland Beautiful’s ‘Give your litter a lift’ campaign.
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Protecting jobs and supporting business
The Government has announced an unprecedented package of support to protect jobs and support business across the UK during the coronavirus outbreak.
There is a wide range of financial support available to firms of all sizes. Today we take a look at how some companies have benefited from the help available.
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Local newspapers needed more than ever, says Fort minister
Rev Baxter was speaking after former Church of England PR chief Peter Crumpler issued a public appeal recently urged Christians to buy their local newspaper – warning them they are in danger of losing their ‘best friends in the media’ if titles close.
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Lochaber community pulls together to give Nevis Range a lift after lockdown
Two volunteer events have been organised, a bike trail maintenance day and a ‘clear the hill’ litter picking weekend.
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Stream of water bills for centuries-old Kilmonivaig Church still flowing
Over two years ago, the Lochaber Times documented church treasurer John Fotheringham’s long-running battle with Business Stream after it issued the church trustees with water bills for a non-existent water supply.
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Army of teddies take to Caol windows to cheer up youngsters during lockdown
The event was dreamed up by humanist celebrant and retired paramedic, Alyson Stewart, who felt she needed to do something to help younger residents focus on something fun.
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Environmental campaigners urge council to rethink grass cutting plans
Asked for their views, Lochaber Environmental Group (LEG) and the local branch of Extinction Rebellion (XR) both called for the council to rethink its plans.