Lochaber news archive

The winner of the Barron Trophy, which recognises lifetime achievement in journalism, is Bill Lucas, doyen of the press corps in the Western Isles, who for the past 44 years has run the Hebridean Press Service, from his base in Stornoway. The handsome rosebowl, which was donated by Evan Barron, proprietor of the Inverness Courier in 1950, will be presented at the Highland and Islands Press Ball on Friday 4 February by the Rt Hon George Reid, MSP, Presiding Officer at the Scottish Parliament.
27 January 2005

A pedometer challenge, a breast cancer awareness 'pink day', regular lunchtime walks, healthy eating demonstrations, stress management and free health checks are just some of the activities that the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) Network has been organising in order to improve the health of its workforce.
25 January 2005

The Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) Network has succeeded in renewing its Charter Mark status in recognition of its commitment to customer service excellence.
20 January 2005

The Strathspey and Badenoch Herald has been voted Newspaper of the Year by the Highland and Islands Media Awards' judging panel. Editor Gavin Musgrove will receive a cheque for £500, to be donated to a charity of the newspaper's choice, from the Rt Hon George Reid, MSP, Presiding Officer, Scottish Parliament, at the Highland and Islands Press Ball being held at the Newton Hotel, Nairn on Friday 4 February.
20 January 2005

A HUGE public consultation exercise is being launched by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
19 January 2005

Richard Livett is feeling very chipper about his latest business investment. He has a busy life and a successful business undertaking outdoor work around his Glenborrodale home on the Ardnamurchan peninsula.
13 January 2005