Top of the Scots: Oban named in UK’s best escapes
Yet stunning Scotland only ranks five times overall in poll to find UK’s best place for a breaks…
News
News
Window of opportunity for pedal powered Amy
The eco-savvy 29-year-old who is back on Lismore for her second stint of helping out on crofts and in gardens on the island in return for food and lodgings is offering a window cleaning service with a difference.
News
Oban Health Walks stride out again
It appealed for people to join in for a short walk of no more than one hour, followed by socially distanced cup of tea/coffee and a chat.
News
Thousands of library books due back
Staged reopening plan for libraries, sports pitches, gyms and soft play, revealed by Live Argyll
Oban
Ballet West senior staff member resigns amid sexual misconduct claims
The dance school said the accusations have come as a shock and it has now launched its own external independent inquiry into the claims.
News
Further weather warnings to close old military road overnight
As work continues on the A83, the diversion route will close to traffic at 9pm this evening.
Podcasts
What’s in This Week’s Oban Times 12th August 2020
Reporters Ellis Butcher and Kathie Griffith have all the latest news covered in this week’s OT from plans to get folk flocking back to the flicks with the re-opening of Oban’s Phoenix Cinema and more….
Business
New cafe culture comes to Oban
Roxy’s Coffee and Tea House unveil outdoor seating area on Airds Crescent, Oban.
News
Another overnight closure at the Rest
Old military road to close overnight – for third night running
News
Health brief for Cameron in Tory reshuffle
And YouGov poll shows rising support for pro-independence and First Minister Nicola Sturgeon
Lochaber
Lochaber shinty groups benefit from new funding
Lochaber District Shinty Memories Group, which services the whole Lochaber
area, has been awarded the maximum grant of £1,000 to enable them to
produce six Shinty Memories Newsletters over the next year.
Lochaber
Corpach gym issues warning after online scam attempt
In a joint statement, Wolfhouse operators Colin Morley and Emma Hebborn warned other similar businesses to be on their guard over similar scams.
Lochaber
Lochaber boxers hit Caol sands for ‘boxercise’ workouts
Details of the times, dates and how to join in will appear on the Lochaber Phoenix Boxing Club Facebook page.
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Get outdoors and improve the health of all the family
Summer is here and it is a great time to make some healthy changes.
Leisure
Dunbeg children star in Scottish Opera’s Fever!
Over five weeks the children were able to use online learning resources to learn the songs and dance moves to Fever!, as well as take part in other activities such as costume and prop making, culminating in a performance which was streamed live on Scottish Opera’s YouTube channel and attracted nearly 200 families.
Podcasts
Something for the Weekend 7th August 2020
Fiona, Kathie, Ellis and Martin deliver happy tidings during their regular Friday morning chat. New arrivals, exam results and weather are just some of the topics discussed by the team this week
Podcasts
Something for the Weekend 31st July 2020
More madcap banter from the OT team this week including Kathie having quandaries over whether or not to curb her wanderlust this weekend as she ponders a day trip to Gigha, Ellis needs to decide quick whether or not to dash back to the charity shop to buy that chunk of carved wood that no words ‘not even for Ellis’ can describe and Martin is Ballachulish-bound – but not in an inflatable kayak.
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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.
Nostalgia
Islay Life gets back to ‘normal’
The island’s popular museum set to reopen on Monday July 27.
Opinion
Blackmount Estate owner Robin Fleming remembered
‘This man, a Highland laird of the best kind, will be long remembered in this area for his generosity’ – Victoria Sutherland.
Columnists
Beachd Ailein with Allan Campbell 13.8.20
Whether an act of arrogance or ignorance, the behaviour of six Aberdeen footballers has created serious consequences.
Lochaber
Mental Health Matters: Nic Goddard
The irony of hooking up two types of computer technology to learn about disconnecting and immersing myself in nature was not entirely lost on me as the car windows steamed up and I shifted around the steering wheel to balance my laptop.
Columnists
Cry for the Wild: Holly Gillibrand
Hen Harrier Day is a celebration of this iconic and declining bird, and a day in which we raise our voices against its biggest threat – illegal persecution. Find out more about Hen Harrier Day Online at henharrierday.uk/online, and join us in two days time to learn more about this magnificent bird.
Opinion
Robert in lockdown – 6.8.20
Well done to Belladrum for making the effort to provide something for music lovers despite the inevitable cancellation of the live event.
Columnists
Beachd Ailein with Allan Campbell 6.8.20
Best wishes to teachers and pupils as schools reopen next week.