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1st December, 2016
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Front Page
Councillors throw budget ball back in public’s court
COUNCILLORS say they have ‘scraped the bottom of the barrel’
Get ready for fun and dames...
BENDERLOCH and North Connel Drama Club were putting the finishing
New hope for Billy jailed in India
A VERDICT is expected any day in an appeal to
Help spread Hope this Christmas
HOPE KITCHEN is holding a fashion show tomorrow (Friday) at
Toy sale to aid Rockfield Centre
MACQUEEN Bros Charitable Trust is hosting a toy sale at
Tiree beach hut battle continues
A BEACH hut on Tiree which is at the centre
NEWS
Project scoops honour
A PROJECT based on the Isle of Mull has scooped
Fears for future of islands dentist
A DENTIST is being sought for Mull, Iona, Coll and
Crowds flock to switch on of lights and to meet Santa
CHRISTMAS came to Tobermory on Friday as crowds watched the
Marine scientists gather
THE availability of emergency tugs off Scotland’s West Coast and
Island school cashes in for charity
THERE has been a lot going on at Tiree High
Hugh Smith’s letter from Islay
Congratulations to Port Ellen contralto Marion Ramsay, who recently graduated
Council start ball rolling on community trust plan
OBAN library, the Corran Halls and other council-owned buildings across
Pipers are on the ball
MEMBERS of Oban High School Pipe Band had the lucky
MP and MSP back pensioner’s fight for justice
CONNEL resident Ann Colthart, her MP and MSP are all
POLICE FILES
A BOMB disposal squad was despatched from Faslane to SAMS
Planning row kicks of new spat
A NEW row has erupted between Oban Community Council (OCC)
Resource centre members are write on with new book
THREE members of Lorne Resource Centre in Oban have done
Shoppers urged to stay local
THIS weekend sees the return of Small Business Saturday, when
St Columba’s kids are in the swim and leading digital way
SOME of the pupils in St Columba’s Primary in Oban
At Random
ANN COLTHART’S fight goes on – and is, thankfully, gaining
Six of the best to star at festival
EXCLUSIVE: Oban Times reveals first six acts signed up to thrill the crowds at Oban Live 2017
Get your tickets for Oban Live 2017 at a special Oban discounted price
READERS of The Oban Times will be able to buy
Ceilidh raises huge £20,000
A CHARITY ceilidh held on Friday November 18 at the
oban WINTER FESTIVAL goes with a bang
THIS year’s Oban Winter Festival ended with a bang, as
Vote of no confidence in committee leader is lost
A VOTE of no confidence in the leader of one
MSP opens extension at nursery
AN EXTENDED section of a nursery in Oban was officially
Fundraisers quick to help family in need
A COMMUNITY is clubbing together to help support the family
Sleigh ride treat for Santa’s little helpers
Jack Sprague, 5, from Roy Bridge, and Maria Sutherland, 8,
Overnight road closures planned
THE A82 between Tarbet and Inverarnan will be closed overnight
Leading speakers address workers
NORTH forestry professionals will gather in Fort William tonight (Thursday)
Old soldier in appeal to trace family of friend
A SEARCH for the family of an old military pal
Residents invited to tasting event
RESIDENTS in Oban and around Loch Etive are being invited
Olly Murs plans concert in the Highlands
POP sensation Olly Murs has announced he will perform in
Street is named after head teacher
NEW homes at Dunbeg have been officially opened, with the
Tiree fest boosts economy by £1m
THE annual Tiree Music Festival (TMF) this year generated £1
Sleigh ride treat for Santa’s little helpers
Jack Sprague, 5, from Roy Bridge, and Maria Sutherland, 8,
Overnight road closures planned
THE A82 between Tarbet and Inverarnan will be closed overnight
Leading speakers address workers
NORTH forestry professionals will gather in Fort William tonight (Thursday)
Chairman told HIE will continue
THE CHAIRMAN of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) says he
Sudden deaths not suspicious
POLICE have confirmed the sudden deaths of two pensioners on
Sign up to deter doorstep callers
COMHAIRLE nan Eilean Siar trading standards officers remind island residents
Growing frustration over cost of postal surcharges
FRUSTRATION is growing as the ‘postcode penalty’ continues to leave
Island firm reaps reward for research
A LIFE sciences business from the Isle of Skye is
Trust to create new Skye township
A LANDS trust is to create a new crofting township
Challenge success for maths pupils
ARDNAMURCHAN youngsters did their school proud this week when they
Glenfinnan man’s warning over parking charge scam
THE OBAN TIMES has been alerted to a parking ticket
POLICE FILES
POLICE are appealing for information about a crash on the
Group steps up its school campaign
TWO GROUPS are coming together this weekend to bolster a
Trust still on track with land plans following smelter deal
A TRUST hoping to embark on the largest community land
WHAT’S ON
THE NEXT meeting of the Fort William branch of the
Crowds out in force to see festive lights switched on
FORT WILLIAM residents turned out in force on Friday night
Popular surgeon mourned
TRIBUTES have been paid to a ‘gifted, skilled and dedicated’
Doors open on new Oban Times Fort William office
THE OBAN TIMES officially opened its new Fort William High
Santa takes leading role at festival
SANTA arrived in Fort William on Saturday morning for the
Cash exchange scam warning
POLICE are urging Highland shops and supermarkets to be on
Drivers warned of bridge delays
MOTORISTS are being warned of disruption at Dornie New Bridge
Keep windows clear in winter
Road Policing Inspector Angus Stewart said: ‘With the current low
Appeal for businesses to invest more in young people
BUSINESSES in Lochaber can now spend less to invest more
Salmon farming charter welcomed
THE LEADER of the Highland Council has welcomed the launch
Councillors throw budget ball back in public’s court
COUNCILLORS say they have ‘scraped the bottom of the barrel’
ANALYSIS
THESE are the hardest of times for councillors, writes Louise
Get ready for fun and dames...
BENDERLOCH and North Connel Drama Club were putting the finishing
New hope for Billy jailed in India
A VERDICT is expected any day in an appeal to
Help spread Hope this Christmas
HOPE KITCHEN is holding a fashion show tomorrow (Friday) at
Toy sale to aid Rockfield Centre
MACQUEEN Bros Charitable Trust is hosting a toy sale at
DISTRICTS
Barcaldine and Benderloch
A BARCALDINE resident hopes his vision for a Barcaldine community
Taynuilt
A WHIST drive was held in Taynuilt Village Hall on
Kilmore
THE NOVEMBER winner of Kilmore’s 100 Club was D White,
Oban
FRIENDS of Oban Hospice are gearing up for their annual
Park school girls dare to be different
GIRLS from Oban’s Park Primary School dared to be different
Easdale Primary School remembers
EASDALE Primary School held a memorable Remembrance Service on Armistice
Museum team wins Gaelic award
MUSEUM nan Eilean at Lews Castle, Stornoway, was recognised as
Luing centre wins third accolade of the year
LUING’S Atlantic Islands Centre picked up its third award this
An old disease and other human characteristics
THE ‘HALF-SHUT hand’ is an old expression I heard on
Raasay
RAASAY Primary School pupils are enjoying a new after-school sports
Banavie and Spean Bridge
TWO LOCHABER primary schools have teamed up to take part
Lochaber spreads festive cheer to Kosovo
A HUGE effort from the Lochaber community has seen 714
UK recognition for Locheilnet
STAFF and volunteers at Locheilnet, a community company providing high-speed
Inverlochy
INVERLOCHY toddlers have raised £230 for new toys, equipment and
Fort William barber a cut above the rest
A FORT William barber is a cut above the ‘big
Onich
A SPECIAL remembrance day service was held for the Reverend
An old disease and other human characteristics
THE ‘HALF-SHUT hand’ is an old expression I heard on
LETTERS
The Oban Times & WEST HIGHLAND TIMES
There has been intense scrutiny of Argyll and Bute Council’s
Days gone by – 1988
This week we turn the clock back to October 27,
Glasgow Letter
THE first weekend in December is upon us which, of
Viewpoint
First, may I congratulate you as editor, on your coverage
Beachd Ailein
THA CUID DEN FHEADHAINN a tha an sàs ann an
The Oban Times & WEST HIGHLAND TIMES
There was, understandably, huge relief last week when Rio Tinto
Days gone by – 1988
This week we turn the clock back to October 27,
Glasgow Letter
THE first weekend in December is upon us which, of
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First, may I congratulate you as editor, on your coverage
Beachd Ailein
THA CUID DEN FHEADHAINN a tha an sàs ann an
LEISURE
It's fun and dames for panto as Dick McWhittington tries to take over Oban
BENDERLOCH and North Connel Drama Club present the hilarious panto
| Kirk prepares for 2016 Christmas tree extravaganza
FOLLOWING the community’s spectacular display of trees last year, the
Dozens of young dancers step up to raise cash for equipment and uniforms
THE sold-out dance show at Atlantis Leisure took place last
Every day is a day for learning in the mountains – even for the most experienced
SCOTLAND’S mountains are a winter playground for thousands of hill-walkers,
Natasha performs at charity reception
A RISING dance star from Taynuiltbased Ballet West, Natasha Watson,
“Oh the Caledonian Canal for me….” – Chapter 2
Early on the morning of Tuesday the 15th of November
FEATURE
FESTIVE FOOD & DRINK
‘Tis the season to be jolly, indeed, with the sheer
FARMING
Tupping time is a chance to compare sheep breeds
TUPPING time is upon us, as is the cold weather
Security the focus at Oban Mart
FARMERS and crofters in Argyll will have the opportunity to
QMS events will help profitability for farms
THE relationship between grass and low costs of production will
NFUS sees success for suckler bid
THE NFU Scotland has said its lobbying efforts to allow
Brexit workshops to help farmers
SCOTLAND’S Brexit minister and local MSP Michael Russell will be
Around the markets
United Auctions had a catalogued entry of 610 suckled calves
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES & DEATHS
CAMERON
- Peacefully, at Belford Hospital, on Thursday, November 24, 2016,
GALBRAITH
Colin.Peacefully at home on November 27, 2016 after a long
MACLACHLAN
Peacefully at home at Caalmojo, Kilmory, Ardnamurchan on November 28,
MACPHERSON
- Henry Aitken (Harry) formerly of Spean Bridge and Fort
MAY
- Peacefully at Lorn and Islands Hospital, Oban on November
McILWRAITH
Suddenly at his home, ‘Lornoch’, Kilmichael of Inverlussa, Achnamara, by
MURE
- Kenneth Nisbet QC, died peacefully on November 18, 2016
SELBIE
-Christina. Suddenly but peacefully at Oban Hospital on November 22,
SPROAT
Peacefully on November 27, 2016, Elizabeth, aged 61, beloved wife
CAMERON
The family of the late Jessie Cameron, North Ballachulish would
CARMICHAEL
The family of the late Dollie Carmichael wish to thank
FERGUSON
Mary and family would like to thank all the staff
MACKINTOSH
The family of the late Margaret MacKintosh wish to thank
McINTYRE
Julia and family sincerely thank family and friends of the
DEMPSTER
In loving memory of my dear husband Archie, who passed
DEMPSTER
Second anniversary of Archibald Donald, who passed away on December
LAWRIE
- In memory of my grandfather Pipe Major William Lawrie,
MACCOLL
- In loving memory of our devoted Dad, John, who
MACDONALD
- Marybell. Precious memories of my loving mum, who passed
MACINTOSH
- In loving memory of my dear wife, mum and
MACQUEEN
- In loving memory of our dear dad Colin, who
McMONAGLE
- Treasured memories of Peter, who passed away on December
NEWELL
Very much missed but will be with me always and
O’BRIEN
- Treasured memories of Valerie, a loving wife mum and
SMITH
- 1930 - December 5, 2015. Alex F. Smith who
TIMMS
- Precious memories of our dear mum and loving nana,
YEOMAN
- In loving memory of Chrissie, a beloved wife, mother
Thought for the week
ARE you good at waiting? Well, it depends on for
Special mass will mark 200th anniversary of famed cathedral
ONE of Scotland’s most famous churches marks its 200th birthday
SPORT
Kinlochleven hosts Enduro World Series qualifier
‘The atmosphere was laid back and friendly, the trails trying and technical, and the weather was properly Scottish’
Vital cup games coming up for Saints before the festive break
REGRETTABLY, the slight thaw in the weather conditions arrived too
Glendaruel and Colintraive Gun Club
THE Glendaruel and Colintraive Gun Club held the inaugural Argyll
Youngsters through to last 16 of Scottish Cup
OBAN Saints Under-15s marched into the last 16 of the
Camanachd Association holds AGM
REPRESENTATIVES from shinty clubs across the country gathered at the
MARTIAL RTS WITH IAIN RODGER
Caledonia Kyokushin tournament, including Senshi Do Kickboxing and Argyll Martial
Lorenzo heads for World Cup
FRESH from competing for Great Britain at an event in
Oban Saints’ youth results and fixtures
LAST weekend’s results: Under 13s no game; Regional Cup –
Oban side holds awards night
OBAN Camanachd had plenty to celebrate at their annual awards
Green Machine back in action with an away match in Irvine
Oban Lorne RFC will return to league action this Saturday
Bradburys keep it in the family
OBAN Lorne’s Fergus Bradbury followed in his brother Magnus’s recent
Scottish AFL results and fixtures
LAST Saturday’s results: Jimmy Marshall Cup, second round – Port
Opening scores
OPENING scores at the start of the new over-35s indoor
Fundraisers quick to help family in need
A COMMUNITY is clubbing together to help support the family
Fort ‘gutted’ at defeat in Fraserburgh
FORT William were ‘gutted’ not to have taken home anything
Have a go at table tennis
THE FORT William Table Tennis Club will be playing until
Bowled over at Railway Club annual prizegiving
FORT WILLIAM Railway Bowling Club has held its annual presentation
Stephen now a qualified boxing judge
LOCHABER Phoenix Boxing Club have been working hard behind the
Presentation to Davie Corrigan
RONALD Ross, manager of the Scottish senior international shinty team
British Legion firing on all cylinders
AFTER week four of the Lochaber Building Supplies 10 pin
Druimfada Chase
THE DRUIMFADA Chase took place at the weekend with 71
Sammy’s indoor league results
RESULTS - Ballatasaray 3, Fiorentina 10; Turner Portowcy 8, The
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