Large boulders on Rest made safe but A83 remains closed
Assessments and clear-up operations following landslip to continue until sunset.
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Assessment and clear-up operation continues at Rest and Be Thankful
A helicopter is being used to help manage a large boulder exposed on hillside after a further 100 tonnes of debris reached A83 overnight.
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Funding support for struggling tourism businesses
‘Hotels are at the heart of our tourism sector, which is central to our regional economy and a vital source of rural employment.’
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Reassurance after Ardshiel Hotel guest tests positive for Covid-19
‘We are totally overwhelmed by the support we have received – we never quite expected it to be at the level it is’
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Next round of MACC funding open
To date, MACC has awarded more than £55,000 in charitable donations and this round is expected to take that figure to more than £60,000.
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Surge for ferry tickets expected today
Following further discussions with Transport Scotland it opened bookings at 9am today for the period up to and including October 18.
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Westport warning signs to be erected after rip current rescues
‘If you do see someone in trouble on the coast and are confident enough to make a rescue attempt, please ensure someone has dialled 999 Coastguard.’
Uncategorized
Get outdoors and improve the health of all the family
Summer is here and it is a great time to make some healthy changes.
Sport
Sun shines as golfers compete for Dunaverty’s SSAFA Quaich
Thirteen ladies played using Stableford format where points are scored at each hole based on the player’s handicap.
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It’s time to enjoy a Great British family ‘staycation’
People are being encouraged to enjoy summer safely by exploring destinations closer to home.
Sport
Foursome sweeps to victory in Machrihanish memorial contest
The colourful quartet retained the title they won 12 months previously which was being played in memory of their great friend, David Irwin.
Sport
Fierce competition in Tarbert’s MacNab Memorial
The second round of the A MacNab Memorial took place at Tarbert Golf Club on Saturday July 18, with a tightly bunched group in contention.
Sport
Katharines the great
Eight teams played with six recording nett scores in the 60s however there was a brilliant 56.8 nett by the two Katharines which included five pars.
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Golfers battle gusting winds during Dunaverty’s RNLI Stableford
The weather, although warm and dry, was beset by strong gusting winds which made for tough playing conditions.
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Children encouraged to play their way this summer
‘Play can be a great way of children being able to continue their learning, in fact, it’s the brain’s favourite way of learning.’
Sport
Action at Tarbert Golf Club
The gents have a week off this Saturday but return to action on August 1 for the Fisherman’s Cup.
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MacBrayne triumphs in Spring Meeting
It was a very close affair, with second place going to a nett 67, however five ladies carded the score.
Nostalgia
From our Files, August 7 2020
A look back at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 ago.
Nostalgia
Down Memory Lane, August 7 2020
Heritage trails cancelled but leaflets available to download online.
Leisure
Sweet reward for young lockdown poets
‘We would like to thank all the children and adults who took the time to write some superb entries and we hope they managed to catch theirs on Argyll FM.
Leisure
From our Files, July 31 2020
A look back at the Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
Leisure
Down Memory Lane, July 31 2020
The new one-way route has allowed staff to change around some of the much-loved displays and dig into the museum’s collection to bring out some new items.
Leisure
Photograph of the Week, July 31 2020
‘I have so enjoyed walking and exploring the area, there are incredible vistas at every turn and, when the weather is favourable, it’s paradise!’
Leisure
Get out those cameras for Rotary photography contest
Budding young photographers are now in with a chance of winning prizes for their pictures thanks to the Rotary Club of Campbeltown.
Leisure
Unique chance to take part in one-off virtual MOK Fest
In an unprecedented move the virtual festival has set up a temporary recording studio in the Officers Mess at MACC Business Park where bands can record safely.
Leisure
From Our Files, July 24 2020
A look back at the Campbeltown Courier’s archives from 10, 25, 50 and 100 years ago.
Opinion
Leader, July 31 2020
For many, Westport is a place of peaceful tranquillity. It would be an awful shame is an avoidable tragedy was to take place there.
Opinion
Thought for the Week, July 31 2020
God has held us in the past, will hold us in the future and will also be with us in the gap.
Opinion
Leader, July 24 2020
We, at the Courier, would like to wish Mr Stewart a very happy retirement and send our best wishes to Mrs MacLeod in her new role.
Columnists
Thought for the Week, July 24 2020
As we come carefully and cautiously out of lockdown, it is interesting to find the things on which we differ.
Opinion
A tribute to Dr Eric Watson Irving
He had an abiding interest in Argyll and had many happy memories of carefree holidays spent in Tarbert
Opinion
Leader, July 17 2020
Those who are exempt may already feel vulnerable having to put themselves at higher risk than others, so should not be made to feel like they are breaking the rules.
Opinion
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK, July 17 2020
Churches are closed but there is great variety of services waiting out there online.