News Archives - Campbeltown Courier

Cadenheads’ Mark Watt said: ‘As you all know there are two whisky regions, the capital of the world Speyside and Campbeltown the real whisky capital of the world.’

Campbeltown

Shelves bare as Foodbank faces Christmas crunch

October 20, 2018

Foodbanks are going to be absolutely swamped as universal Credit kicks-in.

Campbeltown

Woman, 58, banned for dangerous driving

October 20, 2018

‘It is right to consider this dangerous driving. A collision was only narrowly avoided and could have been fatal.’

Campbeltown

Campbeltown registered scalloper launched

October 19, 2018

Atlantic Dawn is 20.30 metres long with a 20,000 litre fuel capacity and a 4000 litre fresh water capacity.

Campbeltown

Aggressive behaviour

October 19, 2018

The man admitted shouting, swearing and acting in an aggressive manner.

Campbeltown

‘Black panther’ prowling Ayrshire

October 19, 2018

There have been numerous potential sightings of big cats in Kintyre over the years.

Campbeltown

POLICE FILES, October 19, 2018

October 19, 2018

A look at what Police Scotland is investigating in Kintyre.

Campbeltown

Kintyre Recyling Ltd worker profile: Jenna Campbell

October 19, 2018

Jenna Campbell added: ‘ I also do some hoovering and keep the boys in-line.’

Campbeltown

Coat of arms restoration tops off the Town Hall

October 19, 2018

Campbeltowns Latin moto ‘Ignavis Precibus Fortuna Repugnat’ translates as ‘Fortune spurns idle prayers.’

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Tenants fears as B-listed homes under threat

October 19, 2018

Past precedent at Park Square and New Parliament Place offers a way forward for Dalintober Estate.

Campbeltown

Woodlands Centre’s open doors day

October 17, 2018

‘Attending day care services can help to relieve loneliness and boredom.’

Church

Argyll artist to preach for the Queen

July 29, 2018

Jolomo said: ‘My theme will be art, creativity and spirituality, a subject close to my heart.’

Church

Thought for the week, July 27 2018

July 29, 2018

Sometimes we just run out of prayer and realise that our reserves are low.

Church

Americans help at Free Church holiday club

July 24, 2018

‘We have a team of young volunteers coming from various parts of Scotland, plus some from Northern Ireland and the USA.’

Church

Church asks: Free@Five?

June 27, 2018

Free Church minister, Rodger Crooks, said: ‘We hope that the time of five o’clock will suit many people.’

Church

Boys brigade annual display

June 25, 2018

The company held a church parade last Sunday and a barbeque at Machrihanish on Tuesday.

Church

Songs of praise

June 17, 2018

The organising committee hope that many will gather again this year to to sing favourite psalms and hymns.

Church

Keil’s St Columba’s conventicle

June 13, 2018

The outdoor service on the site of St Columba’s footprint, just west of Keil about half-a-mile from Southend village, marked 1455 years since the Irish missionary landed in Kintyre.

Church

Young pilgrims will follow the St Columba’s footsteps

June 8, 2018

Part of the trip will involve ‘swimming the Atlantic’ – navigating a narrow gap between the mainland and the island of Seil.

Church

Southend’s St Columba’s step service at Keil

June 7, 2018

Piper, Fraser MacBrayne, 15, from the village, will lead the celebration of the 6th century saint, St Columba, at Keil, Southend, this Sunday from 7pm.

Church

Kintyre Christians welcome ‘Slavic’ speaker

May 20, 2018

He explained that the Christian Gospel is about meeting people’s physical needs in addition to their spiritual needs.

Districts

WW1 Islay: HMS Otranto sinking commemorated

October 8, 2018

‘It is so important that we never forget the sacrifice of these young men who died.’

Districts

SWI members up to avoid falls through Tai Chi

October 7, 2018

The next Largieside SWI meeting on October 18, to which all are welcome, includes a make-up demonstration.

Districts

Rhunahaorine primary’s playground leaders

October 6, 2018

With the help of Lindsay Ramsay from Active Schools, P5 to P7s have been trained as playground leaders.

Districts

Café’s workers make Macmillan mint

October 4, 2018

Among many treats was a vanilla sponge with white chocolate and raspberry ganache.

Districts

Rooting for victory at annual show

September 27, 2018

Nearly one hundred exhibits were shown at the village hall event last Saturday judged by Joe Teale, Ardminish Stores and June Watson from Stirling.

Districts

Islay townships plunged into darkness

September 11, 2018

Councillor Alastair Redman said: ‘Having whole streets without proper lighting is very unsafe.’

Districts

Practice shoot potted play park cash

September 3, 2018

Last Sunday Glendaruel and Colintraive Gun Club presented a cheque for £200 to Glendaruel Play Park.

Districts

Islay Victoria Cross soldier honoured

August 27, 2018

A commemorative stone was unveiled, marking T/Lt. Macintyre’s actions

Districts

Ardrishaig Flower Show’s Carradale champion

August 25, 2018

Carradale rosarian Sandra Galbraith is blooming marvellous.

Districts

Heritage centre embraces iconic red roofs

August 24, 2018

‘The colour scheme chosen was subject to considerable debate and it is anticipated that the new colour will be clearly seen on Google maps.’

Farming

Kintyre ploughmen’s prize-winning performance

October 8, 2018

Neil MacPhail won first for best work with horse drawn plough.

Farming

Writing a will among farming roadshow topics

October 3, 2018

‘We hope as many farmers as possible take advantage of these free events.’

Farming

Stolen tractors used as criminal currency

September 29, 2018

Farming

Agricultural society’s tup sale

September 28, 2018

Sales were brisk at the C and D Marts rams and breeding sheep sale .

Farming

Kilchiaran calf is Islay show and sale champion

September 3, 2018

A good offering of quality calves were available which were lighter on the year.

Farming

Caledonian Marts annual Scotch mule ewe lambs

September 3, 2018

The judge, David Moir, of Home Farm, Cairness awarded the champion ticket to D & L Graham, Mains of Burnbank,

Farming

Kintyre exile takes sheepdog trial title

August 25, 2018

‘Some lots of the mule ewes were challenging but overall the work was a high standard.’

Farming

Campbeltown Airedale terrier’s Mid Argyll win

August 24, 2018

Airedale terrier Baloo has had a successful run at the shows.

Farming

One man and his dog are Kintyre herding champions

August 17, 2018

Duncan Robertson and Joe out-classed the opposition in last Friday’s event at Killean Estate, Tayinloan.

Farming

Sunflowers make Kintyre smile

August 17, 2018

‘I just did it to spread a little happiness, and it seems to have made a lot of folk happy.’

Kintyre

SWI starts session tasting top-notch tipple

October 19, 2018

The women sampled a selection of the Beinn an Tuirc distillery’s gins.

Kintyre

A83 Task Force driven forward

October 18, 2018

Transport secretary, Michael Matheson may face a hostile reception at the A83 Task Force on November 15.

Kintyre

Healthcare partnership chief appointed

October 16, 2018

The HSCP is currently facing significant financial pressures, with a projected overspend of £4.2m.

Kintyre

Ban on biodegradable waste in landfill

October 14, 2018

The public will be asked to give their views on the options for the strategy early next year.

Kintyre

Golden couple’s Cornish Clachan celebration

October 12, 2018

‘In days of yore long ago when I was 23, who should turn up in church one day but the lovely Leonie,’ mused Graham.

Kintyre

A83 and Old Military Road closed till next week

October 12, 2018

The transport minister Michael Matheson said that £66m has been spent on the maintenance and improvement of the A83 since 2007.

Kintyre

Trunk road signs say Argyll is open

October 12, 2018

Traffic chaos continues as the A83 remains shut at the Rest and Be Thankful.

Kintyre

Police Files with Sergeant Iain MacNicol, October 12 2018

October 11, 2018

William McKay, who left Kintyre last Saturday, said: ‘We would like to thank police, ambulance and accident and emergency staff.’

Kintyre

MP demands proper Rest plan

October 11, 2018

‘A vital economic artery for the West deserves the same investment as the Forth bridge or the Aberdeen by-pass.’

Kintyre

A83 RABT to remain closed overnight

October 9, 2018

Prolonged heavy rain throughout the day has prevented teams from safely accessing the slope to investigate.

Video

Leisure

Sailing to Campbeltown 1962

October 9, 2018

A piece of 8mm footage from 55 years ago showing a trip to Campbeltown.

Leisure

Songs and a Scone with the BBC SSO

October 6, 2018

Musicians from the BBC SSO accompany a diverse Kintyre choir at Campbeltown Town Hall.

Leisure

BBC orchestra players in rhythm for Old Pals

September 29, 2018

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

July 1, 2018

A video clip of paddlers racing rafts across Campbeltown harbour.

Leisure

Jurassic World’s dinosaurs roamed in Argyll and Bute

June 7, 2018

Eagle-eyed dinosaur fans may spot Glen Mallan jetty at Loch Long, Arrochar, if they see the film at Campbeltown Picture House.

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VIDEO: Kintyre councillor ‘delighted’ by ferry’s return

May 31, 2018

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

May 24, 2018

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

May 8, 2018

Clips from the final night of the 2018 Kintyre Songwriters Festival in Campbeltown Town Hall.

News

Making The Wee Pictures

April 27, 2018

A Campbeltown Courier premiere of an Oban based duo, Andy Crabb and James Gray, filming 30-minute documentary ‘The Wee Pictures.’ It features: Jane Mayo, David Mayo and Brendan O’Hara MP.

News

Castlehill’s movie brings Campbeltown to life

April 24, 2018

Castlehill children wearing period clothes bring Campbeltown to life in their movie Picture Us.