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Young Musician Awards 2026

At Caol Community Centre on 19 March, trophies were presented to our winners, Quinn Strachan and Jack Bungey, junior and senior catergories respectively.   President David and Pres-Elect John Stafford are shown with these impressive musicians above.   Quinn’s selection, on piano

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Past President Richard Baxter

Members are much saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Richard Baxter, our 71st President.  Richard became suddenly and unexpectedly ill last Friday and died on Sunday 8th March. During his time in Fort William, Richard served as Parish

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Young Writer Results Announced

President David Mee hosted the annual awards ceremony for Lochaber’s young writers at the Club’s business lunch on Wednesday 4th March held in the Alexandra Hotel. The theme set by Rotary in Britain and Ireland was “Happiness in Nature”. With

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Young Writer Competition 2025.26

Lochaber Rotary has again been  running the Young Writers’ Competition, with the theme ‘Happiness in Nature’.   The competition has now closed and the winners appear in the News column.   The winners of the Lochaber heat will go forward to the

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A Music Lesson for Rotarians!

On 25th February, members enjoyed a detailed talk from Norman Bolton, the Head of Music Development at High Life Highland, the arms-length charity that manages the former culture and leisure services part of Highland Council. Norman’s remit extends across provision

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Young Artist Winners

We are pleased to say that the Young Artist competition has been re-introduced at Lochaber High School, resulting in many excellent submissions.   We are very grateful to Lorna Finlayson for judging the entries. Intermediate Winner: Oliver Zal An S2 pupil

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