Overhaul increase for CalMac vessels
CalMac has published its annual overhaul schedule for this year's winter period, with its 35 vessels legally required to visit dry dock for 21 days days more than last year. The post Overhaul...
View ArticleMan arrested for stealing camera
Police on the Isle of Barra have charged a man with theft after a camera was stolen at Barra Airport earlier this year. The post Man arrested for stealing camera appeared first on The Oban Times.
View ArticleWestern Isles benefits from community cash back scheme
The scheme has seen £1,010,913 invested in local Western Isles projects since 2008, with a further £26,350 provided so far in 2022/23. The post Western Isles benefits from community cash back scheme...
View ArticleNew migration measures “disastrous” for Isles
An Isles MSP says Tory plans to curb migration will be “disastrous” for businesses and public services in the Western Isles The post New migration measures “disastrous” for Isles appeared first on The...
View ArticleStorm Pia expected to cause widespread ferry disruption
CalMac has warned that holiday travel plans could be affected by stormy weather, with a yellow weather warning in place. The post Storm Pia expected to cause widespread ferry disruption appeared first...
View ArticleWestern Isles youngsters receive Duke’s Award
Over 100 young people were presented with Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Certificates. The post Western Isles youngsters receive Duke’s Award appeared first on The Oban Times.
View ArticleFormer Comhairle Convener awarded OBE
Former Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Norman ‘Dokus’ Macdonald has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours List. Mr Macdonald, who also worked for the Comhairle as a community education...
View ArticleWestern Isles duo named on New Year Honours List
More than 1,200 recipients were awarded for their exceptional achievements, including 109 people in Scotland, with a focus on those who have given with generosity to others in need. The post Western...
View ArticleFunding success for Kilmartin Museum
Museum nan Eilean in the Western Isles also received a grant. The post Funding success for Kilmartin Museum appeared first on The Oban Times.
View ArticleMSP welcomes new funding for additional recycling
The cash is projected to result in 416 tonnes of additional recycling in Argyll and Bute. The post MSP welcomes new funding for additional recycling appeared first on The Oban Times.
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