■ The Leanachan Challenge cross country competition for secondary schools takes place today (Thursday November 8) at Lochaber Rural Education Centre. Pupils from Kinlochleven, Lochaber High, Mallaig, Ardnamurchan, Kilchuimen, Glenurquhart and Portree will be competing, as well as teams from Tobermory who will be taking part for the first time. The event is organised by the Active Schools co-ordinator in conjunction with Lochaber Rural Education Trust. The event starts at 11am, with the prize-giving and lunch at about 12.15pm.
■ SNP Lochaber and North Lorn is holding a coffee morning for members and guests with Kate Forbes MSP on Saturday November 10, at Fort William Shinty Club from 10am until noon. This is a free event. Donations of baking would be welcome. Anyone able to conribute should email liahunter1@hotmail.co.uk.
■ Fort William Town Team will hold its next meeting on Monday November 12 at 7pm in the West End Hotel.