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Arisaig could be in the vanguard of a move to farm seaweed in a sustainable manner on Scotland’s west coast, if the idea gets the thumbs up at a public meeting at the end of this month.

Lochaber

Meet Lochaber Times’ new environment columnist

January 24, 2019

This week sees publication of the first in a series of columns from our new occasional columnist on the environment – Holly Gillibrand.

News

Protest planned for playpark anniversary

January 24, 2019

Group hopes that event will serve as a reminder one year on.

Lochaber

Can you help us improve our digital service?

January 24, 2019

We have a very short survey for our paid for digital subscribers that will help us improve our digital service to you.
By completing the survey you you will also be in with the chance to win £20 worth of shopping vouchers

News

Snow chaos hits Argyll with ‘weather bomb’

January 24, 2019

Stranded members of the community went above and beyond to assist other drivers.

Oban

Win free council tax for a year

January 23, 2019

Everyone signs up for e-billing before Sunday March 24 will be entered into a prize draw.

Lochaber

Glen Nevis projects need support

January 23, 2019

The rise in visitor numbers put pressure on the infrastructure in Glen Nevis.

Business

CalMac signs up to Prince’s green scheme

January 23, 2019

The pledge is designed to help tackle the challenges of climate change.

Oban

Oban Rotary boosts Hope Kitchen

January 23, 2019

The Rotary Club of Oban raised £260 from the raffle at its annual charter dinner.

Oban

Another bank closure to hit Argyll and Bute

January 23, 2019

MP voices dismay that Santander intends to shut branch.

Announcements

Announcements – 24th January 2019

January 24, 2019

Lochaber club lotteries – week 04

January 24, 2019

Tributes paid to Bobby Corson

January 17, 2019

Bobby Corson, who has died aged 86 years, was a pillar of community life in Mallaig and surrounding areas for nearly 60 years.

Announcements – 17th January 2019

January 17, 2019

Announcements – 10th January 2019

January 10, 2019

Announcements – 3rd January 2019

January 10, 2019

Announcements – 27th December 2018

January 10, 2019

Announcements – 20th December 2018

December 20, 2018

Caol Regeneration Lotto

December 13, 2018

Announcements – 13th December 2018

December 13, 2018

Business

CalMac signs up to Prince’s green scheme

January 23, 2019

The pledge is designed to help tackle the challenges of climate change.

Business

Miniature dolls’ house business is standing tall

January 19, 2019

Zena’s Miniatures specialises in unique hand crafted 1/12th scale dolls’ house miniature printed digital downloads, ready-made clothing and accessories.

Business

Argyll and Bute MSP backs investment bank

January 17, 2019

Michael Russell has said plans to establish a Scottish National Investment Bank will help transform inclusive growth across Argyll and Bute.

Business

Start the year with a digital boost for business

January 17, 2019

Designed specifically to help small businesses improve their digital skills, the free workshops are filling up fast.

Business

Business news in brief week 03

January 15, 2019

A round-up of the latest news from the world of commerce.

Business

Jura distillery benefits from Business Gateway

January 15, 2019

Island gin producer is among thousands of firms helped by business advice service.

Business

Argyll and Bute businesses called on to get active

January 10, 2019

Walk at Work Award aims to reverse the trend of inactive workplaces.

Business

Business news in brief week 02

January 8, 2019

Argyll firms pick up top awards.

Business

Elixir Distillers applies for permission to build Islay distillery

January 4, 2019

Elixir Distillers, which produces Elements of Islay and Port Askaig, has moved a step closer to building a new distillery.

Business

Oban gets new HGV testing station

January 3, 2019

After three years of planning, Oban’s drive-through MOT testing station for HGVs has been approved.

Church

Thought for the week – week 03

January 20, 2019

In God’s kingdom you don’t need to show your passport – you just need to show your love.

Church

Obituary: Captain William (Bill) Grant

January 20, 2019

He will be so remembered with great affection by most as truly ‘an old man of the sea’.

Church

Obituary: Janet Anderson, Deacon of the Church of Scotland

January 13, 2019

She had spells working at Arisaig, Mallaig and the Small Isles, before retiring to the family home in Breakish, south Skye.

Church

Thought for the week – week 02

January 13, 2019

In Christ Jesus we have the Way, the Truth, and the Life wherever we make our home.

Church

Thought for the week – week 01

January 7, 2019

Be blessed as you discover more and more of who God is in your daily life!

Church

Thought for the week – week 52

December 30, 2018

Church

Obituary: Angus MacInnes Lawrie

December 29, 2018

Former Oban Pipe Band member and Oban Celtic shinty star has died.

Church

Thought for the week – week 51

December 23, 2018

Transformation of antagonists and enemies into friends is a wonderful objective.

Church

Thought for the week – week 50

December 16, 2018

Advent helps us prepare for the coming of Jesus.

Church

New Gaelic carol written by church member

December 16, 2018

Christmas song performed by Gaelic-speaking children.

Districts

Disruption expected as lock gates are replaced

January 11, 2019

Scheduled to last about three months, the lock gates at Kytra and Fort Augustus on the Caledonian Canal are to be replaced.

Districts

Roll up for a Rainbow Raiser for The Leanne Fund

January 11, 2019

The Leanne Fund was set up in 2009 in memory of Leanne Mitchell from the Isle of Lewis.

Districts

First babies of 2019 welcomed at Western Isles hospital

January 10, 2019

Western Isles Hospital welcomed the first new arrivals of 2019 on Friday, January 4, as Baby Andrew and Baby Smith entered safely into the world.

Districts

Sensory Care Group holds Christmas lunch

January 6, 2019

Lochaber Sensory Care Social Group at their Christmas Lunch in the Alexandra Hotel

Districts

Argyll apprentices ‘go wild’ at Loch Eil

January 4, 2019

Young workers from Argyll Community Housing Association and West Highland Housing Association took part in five-day course.

Districts

Retro Roamer

January 3, 2019

More Roamerisms from the early 1990s

Districts

District News – Week 01, 2019

January 2, 2019

A round-up of news from communities near you

Districts

Lochaber Hope panto proves a hit…oh yes, it did!

December 27, 2018

Kilmallie Community Centre hosted two performances of the Lochaber Hope panto at the weekend to much delight and laughs from audiences.

Districts

Spean Bridge, Roy Bridge and Achnacarry Community Council

December 20, 2018

Districts

Kilmore ladies knit ‘trauma teddies’

December 20, 2018

SWI members respond to appeal from Oban police.

Farming

Farming vital to Argyll, union chairman tells members

January 21, 2019

Union chairman emphasises the importance of farming’s survival in the hills

Farming

Around the markets week 04

January 21, 2019

The latest prices paid for livestock at Lochmaddy.

Farming

Herd improvements help increase margins at Lochaber farm

January 20, 2019

Chris and Malcolm Cameron were keen to take part in the monitor farm process having been active in previous groups in Argyll.

Farming

Around the markets week 03

January 14, 2019

The latest prices paid for livestock at Lochboisdale and Stirling.

Farming

New farming attitudes needed for new year, says HSE

January 9, 2019

Farmers in Scotland are being told they must pay closer attention to how they manage workplace risk.

Farming

New campaign targets livestock attacks

January 8, 2019

Scheme’s aim is to raise awareness among dog owners.

Farming

Around the markets week 02

January 8, 2019

The latest prices paid for livestock in Stirling and Dingwall.

Farming

Union blasts cut in farming cash aid

January 8, 2019

LFASS support will be retained at 80 per cent in 2019 and 40 per cent in 2020.

Farming

Clarity over CAP payments

December 28, 2018

Farming

Minimum rate of pay is agreed

December 18, 2018

From April 1, 2019, a single minimum hourly rate for all agricultural workers of £8.21.

Lochaber

What’s on in Lochaber – week 04

January 24, 2019

A round-up of the latest events in the area.

Lochaber

Fears over Glencoe hydro ‘gold rush’ ahead of public meeting

January 24, 2019

The proposed hydro scheme will be situated close to a significant location in the Massacre of Glencoe.

Lochaber

Seaweed farm idea being floated for Arisaig

January 24, 2019

Arisaig could be in the vanguard of a move to farm seaweed in a sustainable manner on Scotland’s west coast, if the idea gets the thumbs up at a public meeting at the end of this month.

Lochaber

Meet Lochaber Times’ new environment columnist

January 24, 2019

This week sees publication of the first in a series of columns from our new occasional columnist on the environment – Holly Gillibrand.

Lochaber

Can you help us improve our digital service?

January 24, 2019

We have a very short survey for our paid for digital subscribers that will help us improve our digital service to you.
By completing the survey you you will also be in with the chance to win £20 worth of shopping vouchers

Lochaber

Glen Nevis projects need support

January 23, 2019

The rise in visitor numbers put pressure on the infrastructure in Glen Nevis.

Lochaber

New appointment at UHI

January 23, 2019

Dr Gary Campbell is the new vice-principal (strategic developments).

Lochaber

Air ambulance service gets cash boost from construction firm

January 23, 2019

Staff of Balfour Beatty, based at Carrs Corner in Fort William, collected a total of £1,870.

Lochaber

Wheelers old and young enjoy Glen Loy race

January 23, 2019

Organised by Ben Thompson, riders faced big climbs, long technical downhills and burn crossings in the gruelling 10-mile race.

Lochaber

Correction

January 22, 2019

Fort William Accordion and Fiddle Club.

Oban

News

Argyll and Bute broadband speeds among slowest in Scotland

January 24, 2019

Only the Orkney and Shetland Islands are slower, according to consumer magazine Which?.

News

Calls for drug mapping exercise in Oban

January 24, 2019

The only figures available are how many clients used the needle exchange service locally.

News

Nutcracker opens in Oban

January 24, 2019

Ballet Wests The Nutcracker opens in Oban at the start of an 11-date tour.

News

Have you got the right ingredients for this job?

January 24, 2019

Up to 100 people a day eat at Luing’s Atlantic Centre in the peak season.

News

Seil to stage the fairest pantomime of all

January 24, 2019

Be happy not grumpy at Seil Drama Group’s fun take on Snow White and the Seven Dwarves or in this case the Seven Seileachans on Saturday January 26.

News

Is this the best office view in Oban?

January 24, 2019

The former Seafood Temple building has been transformed into office space

News

Protest planned for playpark anniversary

January 24, 2019

Group hopes that event will serve as a reminder one year on.

Lochaber

Can you help us improve our digital service?

January 24, 2019

We have a very short survey for our paid for digital subscribers that will help us improve our digital service to you.
By completing the survey you you will also be in with the chance to win £20 worth of shopping vouchers

News

Snow chaos hits Argyll with ‘weather bomb’

January 24, 2019

Stranded members of the community went above and beyond to assist other drivers.

Oban

Win free council tax for a year

January 23, 2019

Everyone signs up for e-billing before Sunday March 24 will be entered into a prize draw.

Royal National Mod

News

Campaign to raise £8,000 for talented clarsach player

October 25, 2018

Meredith Kiemer won numerous competitions at this year’s Royal National Mòd.

News

Royal National Mòd in Dunoon comes to a close

October 25, 2018

Somewhere in the region of up to £2 million expected to have been generated for the local economy

News

From Stone Ridge USA to Dunoon

October 24, 2018

James Duff from Stone Ridge, USA, loves attending the Mod

Royal National Mod

My Mòd with Robert Robertson

October 24, 2018

A Mòd of wardrobe malfunctions caught on camera.

News

Oban Gaelic Choir’s performance at the Mòd is going viral

October 23, 2018

People are loving their cover of Niteworks’ Maraiche – it has been viewed more than 44,000 times on social media.

News

Royal National Mod competitions come to a close

October 19, 2018

Friday saw week of competitions come to a close.

News

Stuffed teddies prove lucky at this year’s Royal National Mòd

October 18, 2018

Two Rockfield pupils said ‘Oscar the Mòd dog’ helped them both win a trophy.

News

Allan’s Mod

October 18, 2018

Ailean Caimbeul from this year’s Royal National Mod in Dunoon.

News

Mod results – week 42

October 18, 2018

Results from competitions on Saturday, Monday and Tuesday.

News

Young people have their say at Royal National Mòd in Dunoon

October 17, 2018

A young person’s committee was set up to help the event reach a younger audience

Video

Lochaber

WATCH: Stunning video entry shows off best of Lochaber landscape

January 21, 2019

Anna Wells’ short film has been entered into the British Mountaineering Council’s “Women in Adventure” competition.

Leisure

Oban Winter Festival 2017…so far!

November 24, 2017

Don’t miss out on this weekend’s activities.

Video

Birds-eye view of Dunollie

February 4, 2017

Dunollie Castle from the air

News

A birdseye view of Oban Bay

January 25, 2017

Readers can enjoy this view of Oban thanks to Neil Owen of ArgyllUAVs Ltd who was commissioned by The Oban Times to take some video footage of Oban Bay using one of his drones, fitted with a gimbal-stabilised wide angle camera.

Video