In Lochaber

The first Lochaber Local History Society meeting of 2019 sees the ‘world premiere' showing of a collection of old glass plate slides recently found at the other end of the country.

The scenes depicted follow in detail the construction of the West Highland Railway extension to Mallaig from 1897 to 1900.

They have been extensively researched by Hege Hernes of Glenfinnan Station Museum who will take his audience on a mystery tour from the Mallaig railway construction works and Polnish hospital, Arisaig, to Portland, Maine, via County Donegal.

Everyone welcome at the Ben Nevis Hotel on Thursday January 10 at 8pm.

Police Scotland's recruitment team will be hosting an event at the Nevis Centre, Fort William, on Friday January 11 for anyone interested in the role of a constable or volunteering as a special constable.

Participants will be given details of the various stages of the recruitment process. Attendees will also be able to test themselves with a mock exam and given advice on interview preparation. To secure a place at the event or for more information, email policerecruitmentaberdeen@scotland.pnn. police.uk giving your name, address, date of birth and contact telephone number. Telephone 01224 306684.

There will be an open afternoon on Gaelic medium education in Lochaber on Saturday January 19 at Bun-Sgoil Ghàidhlig Loch Abar from 1pm to 3pm.

Lochaber Music for All presents The Ragtime Dolls on Sunday January 20 at Kilmallie Hall at 3pm. Tea, coffee and cakes will be available at the interval. Tickets are available at the door.

Entries for the 45th annual Lochaber Music Festival close on Friday January 25. For more information visit lochabermusicfestival.co.uk or go to the Lochaber Music Festival Facebook page.

The Fort William and district branch of Royal British Legion Scotland is holding a potted sports evening at Sunny's Bar on Thursday January 31 at 7pm.