PICTURES: Thousands of pounds raised for Highland Hospice at Ness Factor finalist's Muir of Ord fundraiser

By Ian Duncan

- ian.duncan@hnmedia.co.uk

Published: 20:00, 06 November 2022

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Gregor Matheson. Picture: James Mackenzie

A charity fundraiser in Muir of Ord raised thousands of pounds for Highland Hospice.

Ness Factor finalist Gregor Matheson held a coffee morning and afternoon tea in the village hall last weekend.

Wendy Stephen, Zena Fraser, Cath Fraser and Joyce Fraser. Picture: James Mackenzie

He said: “Friday was a great day and a huge success raising in the region of £2500 for the Highland Hospice.

“I would like to say a special thank you to my mum Alison Matheson and her friends who helped throughout the day.”

Lily Fraser, Sofia Dallas, Hamish Maclean and Finlay Maclean. Picture: James Mackenzie

Entertainment was provided by Mr Matheson and other musicians: Hamish Polson, Marlene Yule, Ross Brindle, Adrian Moody and Ellis Macfadyen.

Mr Matheson said: “Thanks to the many people who donated, the local businesses for kind donations and also Helena Macleod for use of the village hall.”

Alison, Gregor and Ella Matheson. Picture: James Mackenzie

Cormac Miller and Donald (Clechan) Maclennan. Picture: James Mackenzie

The room was full of locals. Picture: James Mackenzie

Zena Fraser serving Moira Crosbie. Picture: James Mackenzie

He is one of nine finalists taking part in this year’s Ness Factor singing competition.

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