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At 100 years, non-competing North Bay is still having a great time

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May 6, 2025

Banchory and Gourock launch Scottish 2025 pipe band season this weekend, but with no Grade 1 bands entering

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2025 Ian Swinton Pro Solo Piping goes to Carlisle

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Angus J. MacColl on top at Highland & Islands 2025

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