Campbeltown Sheriff Court news
News from Campbeltown Sheriff Court’s July sitting.
News
Gold marmalade win for golden wedding couple
Campbeltown couple Pat and Sandy McPherson have two golden reasons to celebrate this weekend
News
Inclusive play equipment ordered
It is expected to be installed at the council-owned playpark in about 10 to 12 weeks
News
Behave on single-track roads, says sheriff
Sheriff Hughes says that the hundreds, if not thousands, of tourists across the West Highlands who do not normally use these roads can cause frustration for more experienced drivers but that is no excuse.
News
Public toilet issues cause a stink
The issues raised about Campbeltown’s public toilets included the ‘filthy’ conditions, lack of soap and hand sanitiser and broken toilet bowls.
Uncategorized
Business support, just the job
Let’s get back to work! Whether you want to get a foot on the first step of the ladder, have been made redundant or are yearning to retrain, there is help available. The UK Government is working hand-in-hand with businesses to offer opportunities to young people.
Sport
Inez lands first place at Dunaverty
Although both Linn Coffield and Inez Ronald recorded a magnificent 42 points, it was Inez who finished in first place with the better inward half.
Sport
Kintyre swimmers return to competition at Festival of Swimming
‘The Festival of Swimming was a great starting point for the sport moving forward again after a tough 18 months.’
Football
Everything but the goal for Pupils
Campbeltown Pupils did everything but score last Saturday as they fell to a narrow home defeat to Broomhill
Sport
Pairs battle it out in Doon the Watter bowls
The final was played over 11 ends and saw some great bowls
Sport
Campbeltown shows incredible taekwondo talent
‘In all my years of teaching, I have never seen so much talent in one area’
Sport
Co-driver Chris back in rally action
Walls of dust on the corners forced Niall and Chris to stop on one stage as they couldn’t see at all
Sport
Academy coaches put footballers through their paces
‘The Rangers Soccer Academy coaches were very experienced and provided a valuable experience for all involved.’
Sport
Ladies in action at Dunaverty
With the very dry conditions, the balls were running further than usual and some great scores were achieved by many ladies
Leisure
Traditional Concert promises vocal and instrumental delights
Traditional music trio Da Birlinn and folksinger Claire Hastings are set to light up the Campbeltown Heritage Centre stage.
Nostalgia
From our Files, July 30 2021
A look back at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
Leisure
Brass band summer camp creates a buzz about town
After just one day of the fun-filled music camp, Campbeltown Brass’s youngest members were already able to play along to the Queen song We Will Rock You
Leisure
MOKFest Gaelic Night back with a bang
As ever, the audience can expect a night of great tunes, stories, songs and fantastic chorus singing.
Leisure
What’s new at Campbeltown Picture House this week
The newest releases to grace the silver screen at Campbeltown’s cinema
Leisure
Rangers fans’ boost for youth football
Campbeltown Loyal RSC members presented a cheque for the £1,500 raised this year to Campbeltown and District Juvenile Football Association
Nostalgia
From our Files, July 23 2021
A look back at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
Leisure
What’s on at Campbeltown Picture House this week
Taking a look at the latest movie to grace the big screen in Campbeltown.
Nostalgia
Down Memory Lane, July 16 2021
The people behind Lochgilphead Celtic and Pictish Festival say they are looking ahead to a ‘bigger and better’ event in 2022.
Opinion
Leader, July 30 2021
Pat’s continued success at The World’s Original Marmalade Awards is a just reward for the fruit of her labour.
Opinion
Thought for the Week, July 30 2021
As you next walk along our beautiful coastline, remember this incident and ask yourself: have I responded to Jesus and started to follow him as my Saviour and Lord?
Opinion
Thought for the Week, July 23 2021
It is only if everybody plays their part that we can keep moving forward.
Obits
A fond farewell to our warden Eddie Maguire
Eddie was a ‘larger than life’ character, well known in Campbeltown and throughout Kintyre particularly for his ‘encyclopedic knowledge’ of birds, especially seabirds.
Opinion
Thought for the Week, July 16 2021
Let’s be excited in this new season that is upon us, recognising and embracing all the fresh opportunities of service that we can be part of