Oban man fined for challenging others to fight
Brendan Wilson also admitted to breaching his bail conditions by being outside after his curfew.
News
News
Oban woman fined £100 for punching man
Charlotte Smith pleaded guilty when she appeared in Oban Sheriff Court on Monday January 13
News
Oban man admits behaving in a threatening and abusive manner
Steven Pattison of Solas, Albany Street, Oban, admitted engaging in a fight at Ellenabeich, Seil
News
£400 fine for careless Dalmally driver
The 19-year-old admitted overtaking other road users when it was unsafe to do
News
Ardchattan Kirk could be all yours
It has taken 12 months for the Church of Scotland to get Ardchattan Kirk ready for the buyers’ market.
Lochaber
Thank you – hear why 999 Coastguard matters
Coastguard hopes video and audio will help get message across.
News
Wonderful Wizard of Ozzydale
This year’s adapted story was The Wizard of Ozzydale and despite the inclement weather on Thursday January 2, it attracted such a big audience that only standing room was left in the island hall.
News
Young creatives showcase work
The exhibition is being supported by culture, heritage and arts assembly for Argyll and the Isles (CHARTS)
News
History group heads to the woods
The area was recently taken over by the Woodland Trust to conserve and manage its remnants of ancient Atlantic woodland.
News
VisitScotland tour stops off in Oban
VisitScotland chief executive Malcolm Roughead and regional director David Adams McGilp stopped off at Dunbeg’s Ocean Explorer Centre as part of a listening tour to the area, finding out more about what the opportunities and challenges are locally for tourism.
Business
Next generation of seafarers joins CalMac
CalMac Ferries as one of the top five UK companies for maritime apprenticeships.
Business
Countdown to enter Scotland Food and Drink Excellence Awards
There are just weeks left to enter as entries close on February 14.
Business
Trainee shortlisted for Lantra Scotland’s awards
Lantra Scotland is the sector skills council for land-based aquaculture and environmental conservation industries.
Business
New distillery plan for Islay
A decision from planning officers should be expected by Friday April 17.
Business
Construction workshop to help build a sustainable future in Skye
The event should be of particular interest to professionals involved in the design and construction of buildings.
Business
Food from Argyll heads to food show
Six Argyll food producers are heading to Glasgow this month.
Business
West coast firm appoints business development manager
The five most popular towns in northern Scotland for bookings in 2019 were Portree, Aviemore, Glencoe, Fort William and Sligachan.
Business
Profits rise for Western Ferries as talk of Islay service return continues
Western Ferries is in discussions with Transport Scotland about operating a freight service to link Islay to the Ayrshire coast.
Business
Help is on hand for charity retailers
The Charity Retail Consultancy are hosting a free workshop and lunch at the Rockfield Centre on Tuesday, February 11, 11am-3pm.
Business
Malt whisky milestone as Port Ellen Distillery plans approved
The historic pagoda-roofed kiln house will be restored alongside the creation of new state-of-the-art production buildings.
Church
Thought for the week 26.12.19
Jesus will never be lost to us if we have embraced the gift of undeserved love that he brings.
Church
Thought for the Day – 05.12.19
Some families are planning to travel and celebrate Christmas together. It really is a beautiful time of the year.
News
Fort William photographer’s hairy coo snap is MSP’s festive card choice
A photograph of a Highland cow in front of a sun-kissed mountain has been selected as the front cover for local constituency MSP Kate Forbes’ annual constituency Christmas card.
Church
Thought for the week – 28.11.19
I find meaning in life by being a part of God’s family and this family is committed to loving the world.
Church
Thought for the week: 21.11.19
There is a gift awaiting all of us: a gift that is different, distinct and significant, to all who would receive it, found in the arrival of God’s Son.
Lochaber
School on Lewis has a gold standard for healthy working lives
The school is the only organisation in the Outer Hebrides that has achieved the award other than NHS Western Isles.
Lochaber
Kinlochleven Community Trust changes date of Riverside Walk clear up
The clear up was meant to be January 11 but postponed due to a Yellow weather warning from the Met Office.
Lochaber
Con Com customers get alternative solution following concerns
The rural internet provider ConCom is due to be switched off in March and a satellite solution is steppin in for those who cannot get superfast fibre or 4G.
Lochaber
Lochalsh charity awarded £14,612 by Health Lottery
CounsellingCare: Skye and Lochalsh has been awarded £14,612 from People’s Health Trust with money raised by Health Lottery Scotland for its ‘Café Chat’ project.
Lochaber
Lochaber MindFit volunteers attend suicide awareness event
Lochaber Mindfit volunteers attend suicide awareness event
Lochaber
Traffic lights on A82 at Fort William after Storm Brendan damage
Temporary traffic lights have been installed on A82 south of Fort William at the Croit Anna Hotel following storm damage to the sea embankment.
Lochaber
Storm Brendan takes its toll on Lochaber roads and infrastructure
Storm Brendan took its toll last week on roads and infrastructure across Lochaber and the rest of the Highlands.
Lochaber
Pupils from Dìleab: Air a’ Chuan project at Celtic Connections 2020
The project brings together pupils from across the Western Isles to celebrate traditional music with professionals.
Farming
Highland fold began with Oban stock
Grant Hyslop is in the midst of increasing his 14-cow Black Glen pedigree fold which was established in 2015 with purchases from Oban.
Farming
Around the markets 16.01.20
The latest prices paid for livestock at United Auctions and Caledonian Marts.
Farming
Farming is key to climate change solution
Extreme weather events are in the news, climate change is high on the political agenda and agriculture is seen by some as a major contributor. Responsible agriculture is part of the solution writes NFUS vice-president Charlie Adam.
Farming
Argyll and Isles AGM focuses on next generation
The AGM will take place tomorrow (Friday January 10), starting at 11am in Tarbert Bowling Club.
Farming
EID system to be showcased in roadshow
ScotEID goes back on the road to showcase pioneering cattle traceability system in Scotland.
Farming
Everyday story of extraordinary herd of Highland cattle
The Ardbhan fold was established more than 40 years ago on North Uist by Ena MacDonald.
Farming
Union starts 2020 on sound financial basis
Balance sheet remains strong with net assets increasing by £91,000 to £3.06 million.
Farming
No climate change success without farming
There will be no successful climate change process without the involvement and contribution of the agriculture sector writes NFUS climate change policy manager Ruth Taylor after returning from COP25.
Gallery
Sporting youngsters set example at Lochnell Football Festival
Over 50 teams from 11 clubs spread between Fort William and Campbeltown took part in the fourth annual festival at the North Connel venue
News
£10m contract for upgrading of Lochmaddy Pier
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has awarded a £10.1m contract to marine, civil engineering and building contractor, L&M Keating Ltd, to carry out upgrade works at Lochmaddy Pier in North Uist.
Lochaber
Hebrides athletes to benefit from travel awards scheme
The Islands Athlete Travel Award Scheme allows up to eight elite athletes from the Outer Hebrides the opportunity to benefit from the program designed to support travel costs in the islands.
Lochaber
Alleycats stay top after beating Peaky Bowlers
Alleycats stay top after beating Peaky Bowlers
Lochaber
School on Lewis has a gold standard for healthy working lives
The school is the only organisation in the Outer Hebrides that has achieved the award other than NHS Western Isles.
Lochaber
New director for MG ALBA appointed
MG ALBA (the Gaelic Media Service) has announced the appointment of Ealasaid MacDonald as the new director of strategy and external affairs.
Lochaber
Recycling vehicle restrictions not aimed at domestic users, says Henderson
Flyers handed out to users arriving at the recycling centre in Fort William have sparked anger and fears that the new vehicle restrictions might encourage fly tipping of waste.
News
Feeding stags puts animals and children at risk says council
Feeding Kinlochleven stags puts both animals and kids at risk says council
News
Nether Lochaber council in plea to transport minister over two-mile stretch of A82
Nether Lochaber Community Council (NLCC) has kicked off the new year by beseeching the Scottish Government to intervene over the heads of roads authorities concerning a two-mile section of the A82 between Corran Ferry and Onich Bay.
Lochaber
Thank you – hear why 999 Coastguard matters
Coastguard hopes video and audio will help get message across.
BOBcast
BOBcast Episode 4
The latest episode of the BOBcast – In the doom and gloom of brexit news and election fever there is some good news in Bob’s golfing world to cheer us all
BOBcast
BOBcast Episode 5 – The Nineteenth Hole
Season 1 Finale – Join presenters Stephen Day, George Graham and Keith McIntyre for more golfing chat about Bob and other golfing fun
BOBcast
BOBcast Episode 3
The latest episode of the BOBcast – In the doom and gloom of brexit news and election fever there is some good news in Bob’s golfing world to cheer us all
BOBcast
BOBcast Episode 2
Delve once more into the wonderful golfing world of Bob MacIntyre with George Graham, Keith McIntyre and Stephen Day in Episode 2 of this Oban Times Podcast – This week – broken clubs, statistics, slices and more.
BOBcast
BOBcast – An Oban Times Podcast Episode 1
Delve into the wonderful golfing world of Oban golfer Bob MacIntyre with George Graham, Keith McIntyre and Stephen Day in Episode 1 of this Oban Times Podcast.
Lochaber
Darach Croft wants to bring people with disabilities closer to nature
Sarah and Hugh Asher want to use their expertise in social work to make their working croft into a place where people with disabilities can get into nature.
News
Fort William man wins silver pendant at this year’s Mod
Calum MacColl (MacColla) won the competition on Wednesday afternoon
News
Special performance sees Mull Gaelic Choir Ladies win it all
The island women won everything on offer in the rural choirs sing two-songs competition
News
This year’s silver pendants won by Oban and Fort William competitors
Julie-Ann , from Oban, won the women’s silver pendant on Wednesday, while Calum MacColla, from Fort William, won the men’s
News
Royal National Mod to come home to Oban in 2023
The festival of all things Gaelic was last held in the town in 2015
News
Mod hosts Super Saturday of Sport
More than 1,000 people made their way through the Glasgow Green gates to watch five games of sport
Lochaber
WATCH: Loch Arkaig Ospreys season summary
Take a look back at some of the highlights this year.
Football
WATCH: Fans and players celebrate historic victory at Claggan Park
Relive the celebrations after last night’s win over Nairn.
Lochaber
WATCH: Lochaber landmarks shine blue for World Parkinson’s Day
Some of Lochaber’s best known landmarks were lit up blue.
Lochaber
WATCH: Osprey pair Louis and Aila back at Loch Arkaig
They arrived at the nest together shortly after 7pm on Thursday night.
Lochaber
VIDEO: Author discusses Ballachulish Camanachd Club 125th anniversary book
Ian MacPhee spoke to the Lochaber Times about his new book celebrating the history of Ballachulish Camanachd Club.
Lochaber
WATCH: Virtual football manager Loki Doki visits Fort William FC
Jon Cox, better known as “Loki Doki”, started fundraising for the club with his online fans.
Lochaber
WATCH: Families turn out in force for Stramash fire clean-up
More than 100 people stopped to lend a hand with the clean-up throughout the day on Saturday.
Lochaber
WATCH: Stunning video entry shows off best of Lochaber landscape
Anna Wells’ short film has been entered into the British Mountaineering Council’s “Women in Adventure” competition.