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Satellite technology brings faster connectivity to West Highland rail route
From Mallaig, Fort William and Oban to Crianlarich, the line has faced historical challenges in accessing reliable mobile and broadband.
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From Mallaig, Fort William and Oban to Crianlarich, the line has faced historical challenges in accessing reliable mobile and broadband.
During workshops facilitated by Fort William-based mental health charity Ewen’s Room the High School pupils generated ideas for outdoor activities to boost mental wellbeing.
The 119-room Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club and the 93-room Alexandra Hotel are among eight establishments under the Strathmore Hotels Ltd umbrella.
Enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible and police are asking anyone who saw anything suspicious to get in touch.
Since its launch, significant progress has been made across a number of projects, with 13 initiatives already delivered and many more continuing to move forward.
Members of the Fort William and District Branch of Legion Scotland held a fundraising and awareness event in Cameron Square on Saturday July 18.
Fort William Marina & Shoreline CIC directors say they have had enough and need more support from Highland Council if they are to carry on.
Fort William was the first port of call on a five day cruise from Glasgow and around Scotland.
The band is dated May 20 1977 and was found on a driveway on Dudley Road Fort William.
West Highland Museum Volunteer Curator, Christine Falconer, recalls fascinating stories about the research behind her remarkable exhibition, "A Street Through Time."
Concern is growing over Post Office services in Fort William following the news that High Street stationers TG Jones, formerly WH Smith, is to close its doors.
The project aims to plant cherry trees at the main gateways into Fort William, brightening the town centre and help create a more welcoming environment to support footfall for local businesses.
Former charity members are furious that the hut they paid for and maintained for almost 10 years has been taken into possession by The Highland Council.
All money raised went to the Fire Brigade’s Charities.
What's OnA tasting with a focus on malts from the North Highland region.
What's OnAnother whisky tasting but not as you know it! This evening will highlight wine cask influence on whisky; something more bottlers are leaning into.
During Covid the Star Legend was berthed in Palermo, Sicily, where it was literally cut in half and a new centre section inserted to increase the number of cabins.
From Perthshire to Fort William, 55 classic vehicles took a trip to Bridge of Awe for a special Fathers Day event.
Walking 50 miles from Fort William to Oban has raised more than £3,000 so far for charity Vetlife, fueled on foot by vets and nurses from the two towns.
Rosie Kennedy, 53, scaled her last mountain, Stob Bàn near Kinlochleven, on Saturday May 30.
Great news for our local football scene! Fort William FC is celebrating the hard work and dedication of its players, from the youngest aspiring stars right up to the senior squad. It's fantastic to see our own community's talent being recognised!
The funding will help towards the continuation and growth of women-only pumptrack sessions.
The HI-BIKE Inclusive Cycling Membership scheme enables people with mobility issues to receive a non-standard or adapted bike to keep at home and use exclusively for up to a year.
Viewforth toilets in fort William have been shut for the past two months after vandals smashed up cubicles and ripped fittings from the walls.
Walkers who are staying in Glen Nevis or Inverlochy can still use the original route if it better suits their plans.
Fort William student Adi Lev shares her story as part of Stroke Awareness Month.
A half day in-person visit to Fort William High Street attended by a panel of Academy of Urbanism members will take place on August 14.
What's OnMax Stephen is back with us for an evening of Island whiskies.
What's OnSherry isn't all vicars and grannies having a sip at Hogmanay! Join us at the Bottle Shop for a night of Whisky.
With a new line-up, Skipinnish are returning to the West Coast for the festive season.
This cruise was slightly different to other Ponant Calls/Cruises as it was under charter with Vacaya - a vibrant and inclusive LGBT+ travel community.
Members of the Access to Construction, who are also pupils at Lochaber High School, and the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) Scotland, courses got hands on.
The scheme aims to deliver safety and accessibility improvements for residents, visitors and businesses.
What's OnJoin us to sample a fine array of Chilean wines, hosted by John Chalmers of Enotria.
What's OnEnjoy the taste of summer with some delightful Italian wines. Hosted by John Chalmers of Enotria.
Inflated costs could put the kibosh on the annual trip to mark a long association between the world peace campaigner and Fort William.
What's OnJoin the team in Fort William to sample five malts from the most prolific of the Scottish Whisky regions.
What's OnJoin Marian from Highland Boundary to sample their fantastic spirits, liqueurs, bitters and syrups in our Fort William Bottle Shop.
The builders’ merchant also has outlets in Fort William and Lochgilphead
Iona Grant’s homecoming to Fort William after seven months stuck in a Nairn care home will be bitter sweet this week.
The Lochaber Round will take Astie Cameron and Iain Murray roughly 330km, and 11,000m of ascent on foot, and by bike travelling the length and breadth of Lochaber in a circular route from Fort William
It was a star line-up of Spidey, Pac-Man, Mario, Stitch, and Bumblebee at Fort William’s debut Comic Con
Time had taken its toll on the 138-year-old building that stands proudly on Fort William’s Parade.
Scotland’s hopeful next First Minister, John Swinney, was spotted in Oban and Fort William, campaigning for his party’s two local constituency candidates
Cancer Research UK charity aim to close 200 shops by April 2027 due to rising operational costs, high inflation and reduced high street footfall.
Nine members of local branch accepted an invite from their Caithness counterparts to attend and take part in a friendly games day.
Hope is on the horizon for Fort William woman as constituency candidate gets behind Bring Iona Home campaign
Proposal stood out for its deep connection to Fort William and the wider Lochaber area.
Sophie MacGillivray marks an important milestone in the continued growth of the chartered accountancy practice and its commitment to serving the Lochaber community.
What's OnTaste a selection of Sparkling wines from a wide spectrum of regions across the world.