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Council sheds light over Fort William "green hut" ownership

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.

8 July 2026
Oban Times

Firefighters spread a little sparkle and shine in Fort William

All money raised went to the Fire Brigade’s Charities.

7 July 2026
Oban Times

Legendary voyage as revamped cruise ship makes maiden visit to Fort William

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.

25 June 2026
Oban Times

Geared up for Father's Day

From Perthshire to Fort William, 55 classic vehicles took a trip to Bridge of Awe for a special Fathers Day event.

25 June 2026
Oban Times

Vets 'feet' for charity

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.

24 June 2026
Oban Times

Fort William nurse gets all of Scotland's 282 Munros in the bag

Rosie Kennedy, 53, scaled her last mountain, Stob Bàn near Kinlochleven, on Saturday May 30.

18 June 2026
West Coast Today

All Content - WCT - Just rewards for Fort William FC players of all ages

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!

14 June 2026
Oban Times

Fort William opticians support women’s cycling sessions with £1,000 donation

The funding will help towards the continuation and growth of women-only pumptrack sessions.

10 June 2026
Oban Times

Cycle scheme piloted in Fort William is shortlisted for Scottish Transport Award

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.

9 June 2026
Oban Times

Urgent call for action over public inconveniences

Viewforth toilets in fort William have been shut for the past two months after vandals smashed up cubicles and ripped fittings from the walls.

5 June 2026
Oban Times

Alternative route offers WHW walkers the chance to take the high road to Fort William

Walkers who are staying in Glen Nevis or Inverlochy can still use the original route if it better suits their plans.

4 June 2026
Oban Times

Teenage stroke survivor talks of year long recovery journey

Fort William student Adi Lev shares her story as part of Stroke Awareness Month.

3 June 2026
Oban Times

Fort William High Street shortlisted for Urbanism Award

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.

3 June 2026
Oban Times

Skipinnish to return to Oban and Fort William

With a new line-up, Skipinnish are returning to the West Coast for the festive season.

2 June 2026
Oban Times

Fort William welcomes L'Austral for her maiden visit

This cruise was slightly different to other Ponant Calls/Cruises as it was under charter with Vacaya - a vibrant and inclusive LGBT+ travel community.

2 June 2026
Oban Times

Students set a benchmark at Fort William campus

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.

30 May 2026
Oban Times

Fort William High Street automatic bollards begin operation

The scheme aims to deliver safety and accessibility improvements for residents, visitors and businesses.

27 May 2026
Oban Times

Bert Bissell pilgrims appeal for affordable accommodation

Inflated costs could put the kibosh on the annual trip to mark a long association between the world peace campaigner and Fort William.

21 May 2026
Oban Times

Shock news on future of Oban's Travis Perkins branch

The builders’ merchant also has outlets in Fort William and Lochgilphead

15 May 2026
Oban Times

Home 'bitter' sweet home for Iona

Iona Grant’s homecoming to Fort William after seven months stuck in a Nairn care home will be bitter sweet this week.

14 May 2026

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