Campbeltown Sheriff Court news
News from Campbeltown Sheriff Court’s July sitting.
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Gold marmalade win for golden wedding couple
Campbeltown couple Pat and Sandy McPherson have two golden reasons to celebrate this weekend
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Inclusive play equipment ordered
It is expected to be installed at the council-owned playpark in about 10 to 12 weeks
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Down Memory Lane, July 30 2021
A new exhibition comparing Carradale of old to what it looks like today is running at the heritage centre opposite Dottie’s cafe.
Farming
Crofting commissioner Malcolm Mathieson appointed as new convener
Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands, Mairi Gougeon, invited Commissioners to select a new convener after East Highlands commissioner Rod MacKenzie stepped down from both roles.
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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.
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Brexit’s ‘existential threat’ to seafood sector in Argyll and Bute
‘If people had all the information and knowledge of what Brexit really meant they would have voted differently,’ MP quotes local seafood operator in parliamentary debate.
Business
DigitalBoost support helps takeaway to adapt
The Wee Kelpie, an award-winning fish and chip shop takeaway in Argyll and Bute adapted to Covid-19 restrictions thanks to the support from DigitalBoost.
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Travel across Scotland – restrictions eased from Friday
Six adults from up to six households will now be able to meet up outdoors in Scotland from Friday to give friends and families a boost.
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Travel across Scotland lifted from Friday
Six adults from up to six households will now be able to meet up outdoors in Scotland from Friday to give friends and families a boost.
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Inside Machrihanish Golf Club’s new state-of-the-art clubhouse
Club captain William Livingston said the completion of the new clubhouse was ‘a momentous moment’ in the club’s history.
Business
£5,000 to take on an apprentice
Employers urged to make most of fund which would provide £5,000 for taking on or upskilling a 16-to-24-year old.
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Compensation welcomed but more help needed for seafood sector
Local companies exporting fish and shellfish to the EU say that they need more than a ‘sticking plaster’ approach to fix the situation.
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Tarbert man leads seafood sector protest in London
In a show of protest at bureaucratic delays a mass convoy of 21 lorries arrived at Parliament Square, Westminster – just yards from Number 10 Downing Street.
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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.
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Argyll and the Isles WASPI group welcomes report findings
Argyll and Isles WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) has called on the UK Government to ‘fully compensate’ those affected.
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Road and pavement work a step in the right direction
The ward councillor for Kintyre and the Islands reported his findings.
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Councillors respond to ‘shocking’ accusation relating to school debacle
Councillor Donald Kelly contacted the Courier after reading last week’s front page story in which Kintyre resident Tommy Macpherson voiced concern over the ‘lack of engagement’ on the issues facing Campbeltown Grammar School.
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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.
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Kintyre group put green recovery in the spotlight
Springbank Evangelical Church has been awarded a CCAF grant totalling nearly £3000 to help tackle climate change.
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Campbeltown Free Church marks ministry milestone
‘I suppose you could say that ministry is in my blood and I am grateful that serving God has been important in my family for several generations.’
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Come all ye faithful and join in doorstep carol concert
Carols from Your Doorstep has been organised to ensure it’s anything but a silent night with neighbourhoods from all over Scotland being urged to take part.
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A Campbeltown carol for today
The resulting carol is sung to the tune of Oh Little Town of Bethlehem.
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Guild’s sobering meeting on human trafficking
‘Any possibility that we were in danger of dismissing the problem as one of inner cities, or “somewhere else”, was dispelled.’
Church
Hope and Hospitality comes to Campbeltown
‘This will also be an opportunity to hear about the work of Home for Good, and consider to how we might respond to the needs of vulnerable children.’
Church
Church club transports children to the high seas
They learned that making good choices can change their attitude to different things in their lives.
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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.
News
Down Memory Lane, July 30 2021
A new exhibition comparing Carradale of old to what it looks like today is running at the heritage centre opposite Dottie’s cafe.
News
Road and pavement work a step in the right direction
The ward councillor for Kintyre and the Islands reported his findings.
News
Eyes down, bingo is back
There was a great turnout for the fundraising event held at Campbeltown Bowling Club.
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District News, July 16 2021
By the time they were picked up, the brothers had been walking for 19 hours and their water and food had almost run out.
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District News, July 9 2021
Tarbert pupils happy as clams after seafarms visit and return to entertainment for West Kintyre Promotions
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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.
Farming
Crofting commissioner Malcolm Mathieson appointed as new convener
Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands, Mairi Gougeon, invited Commissioners to select a new convener after East Highlands commissioner Rod MacKenzie stepped down from both roles.
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First tractor run raises a grand total
A line-up of tractors and lorries met at MACC Business Park ahead of the charity tractor run.
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Organisers ‘reluctantly’ cancel Kintyre Agricultural Show
The society’s directors say that while this decision is very disappointing, they feel it is the right one to make at this time.
Farming
Rural Scotland – straight to your screen
The showcase will see the best in livestock judging, equestrian, food and drink and rural skills streamed live online from the Ingliston showground in Edinburgh
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Hopes high for ‘normal’ agricultural show
If all restrictions are lifted, this year’s show will be as near to normal as possible.
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New online service set to revolutionise the way horse and livery owners connect
Amazingrazing’s online service aims to create happier healthier horses.
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Poultry can go outside from March 31
The last confirmed case in poultry in Great Britain was on February 12 in Scotland.
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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.
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‘Get your tickets quick’ say MOK Music Festival organisers
Tickets for all concerts will be available locally from A.P. Taylors, Main Street Campbeltown and on- line from Ticketweb.
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Helicopter crash revisited through dual mediums
The Inconvenient Truth attempts to uncover the cause and culpability of the disaster.
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The Kilberry Stones: medieval and early Christian artefacts
The stones which were propped up against the outside of the Campbell mausoleum were moved to the castle’s basement in 1948 by Marion Campbell, who invited Historic Scotland to take them into state care.
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Over 60s’ service receives Lottery funding
This latest award has provided a much needed lifeline following a dearth of fundraising activity due to the Covid crisis.
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Blue hue confirmed as harmless E.hux algae
Using an electron microscope, Marine Scotland researchers confirmed the microscopic sea algae as E.hux
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Hebridean Princess sails south for summer
Hebridean Princess will return to Scotland to pick up her planned cruise itineraries from Friday September 3.
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Litter reduction champion to tackle ‘staycation’ waste
The GRAB Trust has responded to the expected increase in litter by forming new, area-based roles for community litter volunteer coordinators
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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.
Leisure
Final night of Argyll-Kintyre 70th Drama Festival
Tonight at Victoria Hall, Dalintober Drama Club will impress the adjudicators in the 70th Kintyre Drama Festival – curtain up 7pm.
Campbeltown
1,000 UK pipers’ 6am armistice reveille
The plan was for pipers from round the world to play at 6am, in different countries, meaning the pipes played continuously for 24 hours.
Leisure
Sailing to Campbeltown 1962
A piece of 8mm footage from 55 years ago showing a trip to Campbeltown.
Leisure
Songs and a Scone with the BBC SSO
Musicians from the BBC SSO accompany a diverse Kintyre choir at Campbeltown Town Hall.
Leisure
BBC orchestra players in rhythm for Old Pals
Campbeltown Old Pals experienced an intimate recital by members of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra in the Town Hall on Saturday afternoon.
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Campbeltown’s wacky raft racers
A video clip of paddlers racing rafts across Campbeltown harbour.
Leisure
Jurassic World’s dinosaurs roamed in Argyll and Bute
Eagle-eyed dinosaur fans may spot Glen Mallan jetty at Loch Long, Arrochar, if they see the film at Campbeltown Picture House.
Campbeltown
VIDEO: Kintyre councillor ‘delighted’ by ferry’s return
The seasonal service, which was introduced on a trial basis in 2013 and became permanent in 2015, has been plagued by cancellations due to weather and mechanical issues.
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VIDEO: Distillery manager: ‘something for everyone’ at 10th annual whisky festival
The festival celebrates the whisky heritage of Campbeltown, an area once dubbed ‘the whisky capital of the world’ and one of the five traditional whisky-producing regions of Scotland.