Warning of up to 3.9in of rain across Argyll
Reports of widespread snow dismissed but falls may be likely over the Scottish hills, says Met Office.
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Lost sailor’s nephews mark 80 years since SS Aska sinking
‘The whole Gigha community was great and gave us unreserved support in our task.’
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Salmon genetics study launched after Carradale escape
The multi-year study of 115 sites aims to confirm wild salmon’s current genetic profile and to track for the potential of genetic changes should interbreeding of farmed and wild salmon occur.
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New charging points to be installed across Argyll and Highlands
Project, lead by HITRANS aims to break down the main barriers to ownership of electrical vehicles in rural communities.
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
Campbeltown
Lockdown writers’ work will be hidden throughout Argyll
The winners of the competition, Bethan Neil, aged 11, from Benderloch, and 64-year-old Julie Forrester, from Dunoon, were revealed last week.
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Royal National Mod old photos
On the final day of the virtual Royal National Mod a last look-back from our files.
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Districts, October 16 2020
‘We thank all hotel staff for their commitment in the months preceding closure.’
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
Business
£40m business fund opens
Applications will close on Tuesday, November 3 and there are two types of support available.
Business
‘No second lockdown’ but restrictions on way – Sturgeon this lunchtime
If public health was the only consideration, Scotland would be moving close to the lockdown of March, says First Minister.
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Youth arts funding hits right note
Small grants scheme opens a week today to provide funding directly to freelance artists to undertake artist-led youth arts activities.
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£1.2 million for timber roads
Argyll and Bute is home to nine forests covering thousands of hectares and the council applied to Scotland’s Strategic Timber Transport Scheme.
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Distillery in the pink with Co-op gin deal
Carradale distillery’s Kintyre Pink Gin available at Co-op stores for Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight.
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Energy company gives £2.7m to Highlands and Islands
Company’s community investment programme for 2019-20 has seen thousands of pounds go to local projects.
Business
£15 million to save Scotland’s cultural venues
Online application portal goes live on Thursday September 17 at noon.
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Tourism businesses urged to welcome cyclists
Argyll and Bute’s position on the 234-mile east coast to west coast ‘Caledonia Way’ also puts in the heartland of the highly scenic long-distance route linking Campbeltown, Oban, Fort William and Inverness.
Business
Eat Out to Help Out scheme praised
Scheme to woo diners out in August is praised by local hotel manager.
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
Campbeltown
Lockdown writers’ work will be hidden throughout Argyll
The winners of the competition, Bethan Neil, aged 11, from Benderloch, and 64-year-old Julie Forrester, from Dunoon, were revealed last week.
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Campbeltown man recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
‘It is a privilege to lead an innovative, future-focused and dynamic business like Wood’
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Hospitality sector suffers amid latest Covid restrictions
‘It’s sad to see so many local pubs that have made the hard decision to close their doors during this phase of lockdown but I can understand why’
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GM Duncan bequest funding available
Successful applicants will be issued with a voucher that can be used at selected retailers in Campbeltown.
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Farmed fish escape sees genetic impact study
But fish welfare opponents claim the ‘horse has already bolted’.
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Campbeltown shortlisted for Scotland’s most improved place award
‘This award is the culmination of more than 14 years’ hard work and dedication by many people, businesses and organisations who have been ably led in many cases by James Lafferty.’
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TSB bank plans to withdraw from Campbeltown
Councillor Donald Kelly: ‘I feel that rural communities are being disadvantaged by this policy of closure.’
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
Church
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.
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.’
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
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Districts, October 16 2020
‘We thank all hotel staff for their commitment in the months preceding closure.’
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District News, October 2 2020
‘I’d encourage anyone interested in providing flexibility services to join the webinar where our teams will provide further information on the opportunities available to get involved.’
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New managers at two Islay distilleries
Mickey Heads, manager of Ardbeg Distillery on Islay, will retire after 13 years at the helm – leaving big boots (as well as casks) to fill.
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RES buoyed by interest in virtual ‘meet the buyer’ event
‘I was impressed by the time, information and support that RES provided during the meet the buyer event.’
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Scottish Water ‘keen to begin’ Tarbert project
‘We cannot say for sure when work will begin on site, however, we are doing all we can to progress this important project.’
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CMAL has answers to Islay ferry project questions
‘We are very keen to reinstate the community meetings and we will arrange new dates as soon as it is safe to do so within the health and safety and travel guidelines.’
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High school dux thanks supporters
Islay High School dux winner pays tribute to all those who supported her through her secondary schooling.
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
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Colourful bale art asks important question
The creation asks passers by: ‘Are ewe okay?’ and urges them to ‘#keeptalking’.
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Suffolks top Kintyre sale at £900
The sale of 120 rams and 510 breeding was organised by C & D Auction Marts of Longtown for the Kintyre Agricultural Society.
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Rules in place to ensure safety at sheep sale
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there are guidelines that must be adhered to this year that would not normally be in place.
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Plans in place for Kintyre sheep sale
Organisers add that it would be helpful to have an early indication of what stock sellers may have for the sale.
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Pet ban plan for dogs attacking sheep
People needed to give views to consultation into tougher penalties for sheep and livestock worrying
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Additional funding to support crofters in remote and marginal communities
The scheme helps crofters to upgrade housing or build new homes, allowing them to achieve the full potential of their crofts while generating economic activity.
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All things baa baa bright and beautiful
‘The NHS are working so hard to keep us all healthy during these extreme times so if there are small things we can do to let them know that their efforts are appreciated it’s a no brainer really.’
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Islay’s Woodrow wins Kintyre ploughing match
Ileach Fraser Woodrow was the overall winner on the day
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Lost sailor’s nephews mark 80 years since SS Aska sinking
‘The whole Gigha community was great and gave us unreserved support in our task.’
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Salmon genetics study launched after Carradale escape
The multi-year study of 115 sites aims to confirm wild salmon’s current genetic profile and to track for the potential of genetic changes should interbreeding of farmed and wild salmon occur.
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
Kintyre
Union slams windfarm pledge as Kintyre factory sits idle
‘We have the BiFab yards and CS Wind in Campbeltown sitting idle. The Prime Minister’s pledge is hollow words for these communities.’
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Golden couple bonded as teens at church youth club
‘I didn’t realise it at the time how life changing and momentous the youth club was to play in shaping our future lives.’
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Carradale trust’s plan to buy shop falls through
‘We are shocked and extremely disappointed that the owner of Paterson’s has, at the very last minute, gone back on what was agreed and decided not to sell to the community.’
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Debate Night looking for people from Argyll for virtual tour
‘We are looking for members of the general public in Argyll and Bute to join our video audience via their mobile phone or PC so they can have their say on the evening’s programme.’
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Kintyre and the Islands councillor is new Argyll and Bute Council leader
Councillor Robin Currie succeeds Helensburgh Central councillor Aileen Morton after she announced last week that she was standing down as leader.
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Learners driven up the wall by testing queue
Snarl-up in driving tests as local learners expected to sit in Inverness, Glasgow, Dunbarton and Greenock.
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Largest network of virus testing facilities covering all of Scotland
The UK Government has put in place the largest network of diagnostic testing facilities created in British history, setting up a state of the art network of virus testing facilities across Scotland.
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.
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Songs and a Scone with the BBC SSO
Musicians from the BBC SSO accompany a diverse Kintyre choir at Campbeltown Town Hall.
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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.