A Purdie profit for skincare company
Purdie’s of Argyll has expansion in mind
News
‘Valuable support’ offered to Argyll businesses
Expert guidance on hand from Argyll and Bute Business Gateway
News
Wolf-dog hybrids destroyed after attacking sheep
One sheep died as a direct result of the incident, with the flesh torn from its right rear leg, and another died the following day.
News
Government gives go ahead for Clachaig Glen wind farm
‘We look forward to working closely with the council and local residents going forward.’
News
Grammar school progress not good enough, says inspector
‘Major inconsistencies remain in teachers’ practice’
News
Fresh hope for CS Wind?
It may spare some of the 73 jobs which were said to be under threat at CS Wind, although some staff have already been made redundant.
Campbeltown
Scotland should be reaping the wind jobs
‘It’s a scandalous story of missed opportunities and ultimately one of industrial and political failure.’
News
Tributes paid after man dies in crash
Tributes to Ian, who attended Southend Primary School and Campbeltown Grammar School, continue to flood social media.
News
Early learning and childcare registration week
Parents can go along to their chosen ELC provider from Monday January 27 until Friday January 31
News
‘Valuable support’ offered to Argyll businesses
Expert guidance on hand from Argyll and Bute Business Gateway
News
Council support for Argyll business growth
There is still more than £500,000 of funding available to businesses.
Business
Campbeltown florist gets a taste for the sweet smell of success
It’s not always sunshine and roses here in the west but if you add coffee and cake to the mix who cares…
Business
MacLeods sow the seed for plant-based business
Vegan bed and breakfast proprietors promote ‘harmlessness,’ in Argyll
Business
Council welcomes growth deal funding
The bid comprises 16 different projects that would bring together local and national organisations, as well as public and private sector agencies.
Business
CalMac’s business conference cruise
CalMac’s independent Community Board has organised a business cruise aboard MV Clansman.
Business
Business Gateway to increase businesses growth
‘Business Gateway offered us financial support to renovate our distillery,’ said Lussa Gin’s boss.
Business
Miniature dolls’ house business is standing tall
Zena’s Miniatures specialises in unique hand crafted 1/12th scale dolls’ house miniature printed digital downloads, ready-made clothing and accessories.
News
Wolf-dog hybrids destroyed after attacking sheep
One sheep died as a direct result of the incident, with the flesh torn from its right rear leg, and another died the following day.
News
Grammar school progress not good enough, says inspector
‘Major inconsistencies remain in teachers’ practice’
News
Fresh hope for CS Wind?
It may spare some of the 73 jobs which were said to be under threat at CS Wind, although some staff have already been made redundant.
Campbeltown
Scotland should be reaping the wind jobs
‘It’s a scandalous story of missed opportunities and ultimately one of industrial and political failure.’
News
Tributes paid after man dies in crash
Tributes to Ian, who attended Southend Primary School and Campbeltown Grammar School, continue to flood social media.
News
Skipper fined after paperwork failure
A fishing boat skipper explained to Campbeltown Sheriff Court how difficult it was to comply with paperwork when working in remote locations.
Campbeltown
Do you have time to help victims of crime?
‘It’s not a huge task but it can be challenging on your own.’
News
Calls for urgent action on Campbeltown Hospital helipad
‘The NHS has been dragging its heels over this project and it’s past time that it was delivered.’
Church
A Campbeltown carol for today
The resulting carol is sung to the tune of Oh Little Town of Bethlehem.
News
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.
Church
West Kintyre and Gigha welcome new minister
We are grateful to the folk of Clachan for giving us such wonderful hospitality and for Julius Weeks for such inspirational music.
Church
Highland Parish’s Easter feast
A huge selection of buffet-style food was prepared and served up by members of the church in Kirk Street Hall.
Church
Award-winning minister returns to Campbeltown
‘He is regularly requested by name, by the individuals in our care who wish to seek the support regardless of their own beliefs/faith or lack thereof in many cases.’
Church
Globe-trotting pastor’s Campbeltown induction
Rev Mark Jasper said: ‘We are not God’s gift to Campbeltown. We are sinners and we will let you down. The reason for our existence is to bring glory to Jesus Christ.’
Church
Messy Church makes Easter memories
The fun did not end there as everyone was invited to take part in the all-age Easter egg hunt.
Church
Guest speaker returns to Christian fellowship
Gavin Matthews, from Perth Baptist Church, is the guest speaker at the meeting.
News
Last chance for Gigha residents to apply for funding
‘We are really keen to help our young people stay and return, help businesses grow and support the community groups on our island.’
News
Power line teams help clear Jura beach
‘We’re delighted the PLPC team working in Jura took it upon themselves to support the local community in this way.’
News
West Kintyre Promotions secures support from UnLtd
‘We believe passionately in what we are doing and the whole package of support, not just financial, on offer from UnLtd is first class.
Districts
Festive fun at SWI Christmas party
‘Jane decorates the house beautifully with branches suspended from the ceiling from which she hangs all sorts of Christmas goodies.’
News
U3A dressed to impress for Christmas concert
The choir wore their new uniform for the first time which they were able to purchase thanks to a grant from Tesco.
Districts
President wins AGM competition
The November meeting of the institute included an interesting talk on stained glass.
News
Decking the halls at Largieside
The little bags of colour-coordinated baubles, beads and trimmings soon started to transform into impressive festive creations.
Districts
Discussing the future for East Kintyre
Other displays covered the area’s heritage and sought to promote local businesses.
Districts
Clachan ladies enjoy a tipple!
After all that hard work tasting, the SWI members travelled on to Carradale with much joy in their hearts.
Districts
Results are in for Largieside ladies
The members of the Largieside SWI have been cooking and crafting up a storm at their meetings this season.
News
Post election action from NFU Scotland
‘Let us be clear: NFU Scotland will engage with all MPs, of all parties, to ensure the best outcomes for our membership.’
Farming
Brexit: beyond January 31 and the ‘real grit’
‘Leaving the EU on January 31 will not be the hard part, as that it is only then that the real grit of the negotiations begin.’
News
Judge travels to view Kintyre Ayrshire heifers
Judge for the day was the far travelled Scott Taylor of Upper Braiklay, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, whose herd prefix, which may be better recognised, is Old Mill.
Farming
Sheep have a vital role in helping to tackling climate change
The association’s concern is that alternative ways of managing land and vegetarian type foods are being proposed as being options to reduce warming while increasing evidence is showing that the opposite is true.
Farming
Kintyre successes at Mid Argyll Show
There were many events in which Kintyre people were successful at this year’s recent Mid Argyll Show.
Farming
Kintyre Show Clydesdales were ‘Highland Show standard’
Malcolm McFadyen has attended the event for the last 50 years and says he thinks this year’s was the best yet.
Farming
Kintyre beasts sell at Stirling sale
Campbeltown beasts were among those leading the prices at Caledonian Marts Ltd’s fortnightly sale on Monday.
Farming
Raising awareness of rural crime
The SPARC-branded tractor will be at Arran Agricultural Show on August 7, Islay Show the following day, Mid Argyll Show on August 10 and Dalmally on September 7.
News
Government gives go ahead for Clachaig Glen wind farm
‘We look forward to working closely with the council and local residents going forward.’
News
Beinn an Tuirc Distillers to launch café and gin school
‘This new expansion will help us fulfill another objective which is to increase our workforce and become a major employer in an area where opportunities are often scarce.’
News
Muneroy’s meringue bridge makes waves
Topical baker Frances Hill of Muneroy Tearoom whisked up her own creation in response to the news – a ‘prototype’ bridge made of meringue!
News
Primary pupils tackle Kintyre’s marine litter with GRAB Trust’s Kerry
‘It has been a pleasure visiting each and every school and I hope you have all enjoyed the workshops as much as I have!’
News
Guest house owners put Kintyre on the European map
‘It’s lovely that people are choosing to spend their money be coming to visit us and Kintyre.’
News
Communities urged to ‘plunge in’ to Year of Coasts and Waters
‘There is so much to celebrate about our coastlines and waterways and we want to encourage and inspire people to explore and enjoy them as much as possible throughout this year and beyond.’
News
Consent granted to repower Tangy wind farm
Tangy IV will see the existing 22-turbine site reduced to 16 turbines whilst increasing the installed capacity nearly fourfold.
News
‘Bring it on’ says councillor Currie after work overload claims
Bute councillor asks if deputies do enough.
News
Carradale piper up for prestigious trad music award
‘Win or lose, it’s always heartening for a musician to have your work recognised not only by industry peers but also by your listeners.’
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.
Campbeltown
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.
Campbeltown
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.
Leisure
Clips from Kintyre Songwriters Festival 2018
Clips from the final night of the 2018 Kintyre Songwriters Festival in Campbeltown Town Hall.