Woman, 55, killed in lightning strike incident in Lochaber
A woman has died after being struck by lightning while out walking in Lochaber.
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Multi-agency response following report of ‘persons’ being struck by lightning in Lochaber
A multi-agency search has been launched following reports of people being struck by lightning.
Danny MacAskill in daring stunt at iconic Glencoe road bridge
He is known for a daredevil attitude and risk-taking many wouldn’t dare dream of.
Welshman who caused four hour road closure in Highlands blames illness
A man who pleaded guilty to driving on the wrong side of the road, and causing a four hour closure, was fined £600 at Fort William Sheriff Court yesterday.
Hydro plant boost after rule change
A key Highland hydro plant is to be upgraded to produce maximum capacity thanks to Scottish Government ruling - firing the starting gun on benefits to the local economy.
Caol man jailed after a string of offences including threatening hospital staff and breaking into an ATM with a hammer
A Fort William man who appeared at the town’s sheriff court on six separate charges will spend the next 18 months in jail.
Highland film industry manager says turbines could threaten the future of the industry
A north film industry manager claims building more wind farms in scenic parts of the Highlands could threaten the future of film and television production in the region.
Police welcome Scottish Six Days Trial to Lochaber
Police in Lochaber will be supporting the annual Scottish Six Day Trial when the event begins on Friday.
Man sustains head injury in Highland crash
A man is being treated for a head injury in hospital following a one-car crash in Sutherland.
Flat fire being treated as ‘suspicious’ by police
Lochaber police are treating a fire in a Kinlochleven flat last Friday as ‘suspicious’ and have appealed for information.
Meet the renowned ice climber born with one hand
When people arrive at Ice Factor in Kinlochleven, they are often surprised to meet their instructor, Kev Shields.
Hydro scheme promises income stream for village
A new £14million hydro scheme in Lochaber is now up and running.
Promise of more jobs as company reveals ideas for use of estate
As well as its windfarm energy project, GFG Alliance also promised a further jobs boost for Lochaber as the company revealed its ideas for using the land on the huge estate.
Two escape unhurt after plane lands near reservoir
An investigation is under way after a small plane was forced to make an emergency landing close to a reservoir in Lochaber.
Police warning as anti-social behaviour rises in Lochaber
Police in Lochaber believe young people are putting their lives at risk during the school holidays by sneaking into local building sites and derelict properties.
Residents urged to comment on WestPlan before deadline
Residents who would like to comment on the proposed West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan have just over a week to have their say.
Starring role at Edinburgh Festival Fringe for Lochaber pupils
Three school pupils in Lochaber will be taking to the stage at one of the most famous arts festivals in the world.
Major Lilian’s exam success at the age of 92
A Lochaber senior citizen has proved once and for all that you're never too old to learn.
Community payback for Highland man after lashing out at police
Shouting, swearing and lashing out at police officers earlier this month has resulted in 110 hours of community service for a Lochaber man.
Second group of Syrian refugees arrive in the Highlands
Refugees who fled the horror of war-torn Syria have arrived at their new homes in Lochaber.
Public meeting ahead of refugees arriving in Kinlochleven
A public meeting is to be held in Kinlochleven ahead of the arrival of Syrian refugee families.
Police appeal for witnesses to crash and vandalism to cars
Police in Lochaber are appealing for witnesses to an accident on the A82 Fort William to Glasgow road and two incidents in which parked cars were damaged.
Highland community remembers its wartime heritage
A Highland community has commemorated its wartime heritage with a new exhibition.
Highlanders back plans for largest community buyout in Scottish history
Hopes are growing that a proposal for the largest community buyout in Scotland could go ahead.
New “sky walk” for the Highlands’ Via Ferratta
Visitors to Scotland's first Via Ferrata are being invited to take a walk on the wild side on a new "sky walk" above a Highland waterfall.
Lochaber village is only UK venue for world mountain biking event
The Lochaber village of Kinlochleven - hidden away at the head of Loch Leven - is the venue for the UK's only Enduro World Series (EWS) Qualifier event for the 2017 series.
Guy Martin brings extra glamour to Pre-’65 trial
Famous motorbike racer and television personality Guy Martin is adding some extra glamour to a vintage bike event in Lochaber.
Anger at plans to close A82 overnight in run up to major events
The phrase "six days trial" has taken on a new meaning due to plans to close the A82 in Glen Coe overnight for resurfacing work in the run up to two motorbike events in Lochaber.
Lochaber prepares for major motorcycling events
Around 275 riders will take part in the Scottish Six Days Trial (SSDT) from Monday May 2 to Saturday May 7.
World’s largest indoor ice climbing centre reopens after fire
The world's largest indoor ice climbing centre in the Highlands reopens for business today almost eight months after it was ravaged by fire.
World’s largest indoor climbing centre re-opens after serious fire
The world's largest indoor climbing facility is to reopen next month freshly refurbished after being damaged by fire.
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