SNP candidate named Argyll and Bute constituency MSP
SNP candidate Jenni Minto has won the Argyll and Bute constituency seat in the Scottish Parliament election.
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Candidates speak ahead of election results
As they await the results, the four candidates standing for election to the Argyll and Bute Scottish Parliamentary constituency have spoken of this year’s campaign, different from usual because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Pupils explore great outdoors with Scouts
Clachan Primary School’s pupils got back to nature during a two-day adventure with a Scouts outdoor learning team.
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Subdued atmosphere at Argyll and Bute election count
The atmosphere at the count is reported to be subdued in light of the Covid-19 pandemic
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Villagers’ plea: pick up after pets in playpark
‘If this irresponsibility continues, we will seek to ban dogs completely from the playing field’
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Musician’s moving tribute to ‘mentor’ Robert Black
‘I have received so much positive feedback and heard from so many people that appreciated listening to it’
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Brown dominant in Dunaverty Stableford
Donald Brown (Southend) surpassed himself by producing a superb round of golf, finishing three points clear of the next four competitors.
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Battle of the McLeans at Glenralloch
Peter McLean junior was in sparkling form but, unfortunately for him, for the second week in a row, he was beaten by his uncle Bruce.
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Golf club’s charity open boost for Macmillan
More than 150 golfers teed off when the first of Machrihanish Golf Club’s open competitions was held last Saturday
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Sun shines for delayed but welcomed opening of bowling greens
Campbeltown’s two bowling clubs marked the delayed but much welcomed official opening of their greens.
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liveArgyll’s leisure facilities and libraries reopen
Services vital for wellbeing open their doors across Argyll and Bute with lockdown easing
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Golfer Robert pays tribute to The Doyen
‘An act of class by Robert MacIntyre, showing utmost respect to the wonderful man that was Jock MacVicar’
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Soccer centre scores new training equipment
‘As a community group, led solely by volunteers, this funding is a big help to us.’
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A Fyne golfing battle at Glenralloch
Bruce McLean wins the Fyne Tankard with a two round total of 128, taking the first silverware of the season
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Tennis coach misses out on prestigious award
Following the online announcement of the winners, Colin congratulated Olwyn Roy on her success
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Sergeant secures Dunaverty’s May medal
Early starter Daniel Sergeant made light of the conditions and recorded an excellent nett score of 59
Leisure
Happy lockdown birthday, Joanne
Best wishes to Joanne and everyone celebrating a lockdown birthday
Leisure
Down Memory Lane, May 7 2021
During a discussion about the family’s McNab heritage, Clare’s cousin mentioned a drowning on Loch Awe
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From Our Files, May 7 2021
A look at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
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Photograph of the Week, May 7 2021
This stunning Tangy sunset was photographed by Amanda Chaisson, from Campbeltown, one evening last week.
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Gardening tips for springing into summer
May is a great gardening month and probably the last month you can plan for your summer colour in the garden.
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Down Memory Lane, April 30 2021
Though her great grandmother Grace passed away in 1968, Clare believes she can detect echoes of the past in her own family today
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Dar to Dunoon: notable African artwork sourced by Naomi Mitchison to be exhibited
New research reveals that the artwork is by some of Africa’s most notable modernist artists
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From Our Files, April 30 2021
A look at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
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Photograph of the Week, April 30 2021
Last year, Aileen raised thousands of pounds for charity from selling calendars featuring her photographs
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Kiltwalkers cross paths during charity challenges
Andrew Rathey bumped into a group of fellow Kiltwalkers who were taking on their own charity challenge
Opinion
Thought for the Week, May 7 2021
We must not be conned by the switch that has been made to freedom’s label.
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Leader, May 7 2021
We’re sure it’s not the last we’ll hear about Alex’s career in music – she deserves the bright future she looks set to enjoy.
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Leader, April 30 2021
The incident off Arran must have been very frightening for the youngster who was swept out to sea on an inflatable but it provides a valuable lesson for us all.
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Thought for the Week, April 30 2021
Each day brings fresh challenges but there is hope and light in the world around us.
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Paying tribute to Islay musician Ian Carmichael
Ian’s own contribution to keeping his beloved culture alive is unquantifiable.
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Leader, April 23 2021
£15,000 is a substantial amount to raise but allowing children of all abilities access to play equipment is priceless.
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Thought for the Week, April 23 2021
Let us look forward to the warmer months, knowing that the dark and cold times are always only but a season in our lives.