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There’s nothing sleekit, cowrin or tim’rous about the Oban Times team this week as Steevie, Fiona, Kathie and Ellis launch into their Rabbie Burns special to celebrate the birthday of the national bard on Monday.
In this week’s Oban Times Oban’s festival organisers zoomed in for a positive chat this week looking forward to putting on events once again in the town and helping the economy great back on its feet as well as bring much joy and entertainment to all of us when Covid allows.
Have you been having trouble sleeping during the latest lockdown? Well the Something For The Weekend podcast is back to help send you off!
This week Ellis, Fiona, Kathie and Steevie discuss snoozing, the uplifting power of music, and three happy Scottish words and their meaning.
Once again the UK is living under tough but necessary restrictions as we battle COVID-19. Vaccines offer us hope and a way out but, until then, we must all play our part in together beating the virus.
Fiona and Kathie delve into the first issue of 2021 to give listeners a taste of what’s to come in this week’s paper.
Join Kathie, Fiona and Martin for their weekly banter and listen to a chat we had earlier this week with Julie Ruddock who is passionate about Exploring Scotland’s history – something you can do from your own doorstep. This week’s music comes from Seil singer songwriter Chris Bennett
Fiona and Kathie delve into the first issue of 2021 to give listeners a taste of what’s to come in this week’s paper.
Ho ho ho, it’s Christmas Day at the Oban Times and we have an absolute ‘cracker’ for you.
Fiona and Kathie take a look at some of the stories behind the headlines in the last paper of 2020 including, Oban FM’s Christmas Angels, big hearted John McGee and his tv contributions, a boxing day baby and some much loved Tiree sheep.
Ho ho ho, it’s Christmas Day at the Oban Times and we have an absolute ‘cracker’ for you.
Ho, Ho, Ho! Your Oban Times is out to buy now, full of the latest news and seasonally stuffed with some ‘crackers’ of photos. Nibbles from this week’s OT selection box from Kathie, Fiona and Ellis include an inspiring catch-up with Oban Covid-survivor James Scott appealing for everyone to stay safe but make the most of what Christmas regulations will allow to protect us and our loved ones.
The team takes a sneaky peek at some of the stories behind this week’s headlines. Kathie reveals why Kerrera residents are feeling a bit cut off, Ellis has his own brand of business news and Fiona tees up some sporting snippets from a very busy back page.
Join Keith, Fiona and Steevie as they discuss BOB’s final fling of the golfing year and track his ups and downs (and win!) of 2020. Predictions were made by the team back in March as to his golf ranking – how accurate we they? We find out. Fiona is back with her BOBcast challenge on the Isle of Seil under the watchful eye of Pat Mill (coach and secretary) – Find out how Fiona takes to “Winter Mats”
More journalistic jolly japes from Fiona and Kathie interspersed with some moments of sanity from IT whiz Stephen Day, who won’t be talking sci-fi this week, and by our somewhat more sensible guests.
It’s been another news-filled week for us here at The Oban Times with lots of stories and photos to share with you
Ellis leads us in this frantic podcast from The Oban Times “Fab 4” with Kathie, Fiona and Steevie following meekly behind….
Once again the UK is living under tough but necessary restrictions as we battle COVID-19. Vaccines offer us hope and a way out but, until then, we must all play our part in together beating the virus.
Join Keith, Fiona and Steevie as they discuss BOB’s final fling of the golfing year and track his ups and downs (and win!) of 2020. Predictions were made by the team back in March as to his golf ranking – how accurate we they? We find out. Fiona is back with her BOBcast challenge on the Isle of Seil under the watchful eye of Pat Mill (coach and secretary) – Find out how Fiona takes to “Winter Mats”
Keith, Fiona and Steevie are back with more golf banter and fun – Find out what is happening to BOB in the golfing world as he plays live in Dubai as they record (and Keith gets distracted watching on TV) this week with with Carol MacLarty and Moira MacVicar chatting to Fiona at Taynuilt Golf Club
Join Fiona, Keith and Steevie has they celebrate Bob’s amazing achievement in Cyprus and look forward to his upcoming events
Fiona also talks to Graeme Mackechnie from Dalmaly Golf Club after her “interesting” latest round of golf.
Oban Times journalist, and golf beginner, Fiona Scott attempts to unravel the mysteries of the local fairways and gain a handicap of 53 by the time she is 53 at the end of June next year.
The team are back discussing all things Bob MacIntyre – plus Fiona’s BOBcast golf challenge with contributions from Steven Wilson and Barry Whenman from Craignure Golf Club
This time we chart Oban golfer Bob MacIntyre’s fantastic progress through his debut at the US Open and leading onto the Scottish Open in a few weeks time.
As Oban’s Bob MacIntyre pulls out all the stops for a fantastic recovery in Spain – the team talk about his progress in the Andalucía Masters and the upcoming US Masters at Winged Foot.
Fiona, George, Keith and Steevie discuss all things Bob MacIntyre and his performance in the Welsh Open, the lovely weather, slow play and prize money among other things chatted about as well has his forthcoming debut at the US Open.
Fiona, George, Keith and Steevie discuss all things Bob MacIntyre and his performance in the Welsh Open, the lovely weather, slow play and prize money among other things chatted about as well has his forthcoming debut at the US Open.
