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Arran’s crumbling roads network is slammed

Arran’s roads have been largely forgotten and are suffering

Reaching for the Stars

A host of local talent put their skills on display

Market report

United Auctions had forward 686 store cattle, 170 cast

Downing Street scoops Arran ice cream

An Arran-made ice cream found its way on to the prime

Lifeboat crew in Loch Fyne fishing boat search

The Arran lifeboat crew has been involved in a major

NTS explains Brodick Castle threat to jobs

The National Trust for Scotland (NTS) has explained

New fish bar and deli planned for Corrie

Gordon Decaestecker, who previously ran The Black Grouse

Mark is new Co-op pioneer

Arran has a new community champion. Mark Harwood is

Young Scots sought for youth commission

Young People from Arran can now apply to become a youth

Garden birdwatch weekend

This is the weekend of the Big Garden Birdwatch organised

Shiskine goes green and joins eco hub network

Shiskine and Blackwaterfoot have become the latest

Muddy Paws Arran - a friendly and affordable dog walking service

Muddy Paws Arran - a friendly and affordable dog walking

Ukulele and soul treats on the menu at PHT

Live music aficionados are in for a treat at the Pierhead

Support for deaf students

Young university and college applicants with hearing

Soulful sounds entertain at choir performance

A maximum capacity audience packed the Lamlash Community

Arran Historical Society members are enthralled

The AGM of Arran Historical Society was held on Monday

Dog classes resume

Dog classes will resume in Whiting Bay Hall on Wednesday

Church bells will be Ringing out for Peace

Calls to mark the anniversary of the hour that the

OFFERS &competitions

To enter, send separate entries (in the same envelope)

Arran roads direction is worrying

The state of Arran’s roads has long been a source of

Castle redundancies

I was shocked to learn about the possibility of people

Christmas fundraising

Could I please say a very big thank you to all the

Terminal clarification

In last week’s Arran Banner you state that the new

Arran’s ferry

Several months ago a distressing photograph appeared

Miracle Lady

Just before Christmas, I received the devastating news

Fond farewell

Sad to hear the news about Drew Raeburn. Remember however

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Press policy

At The Arran Banner, we endeavour to ensure all our

Building a future

Whether you’re a joiner, builder, tradesman, or home

Self-build: your home, your own way

This is the biggest purchase you will make in your lifetime and the best way to get exactly what you want is to be in charge of the final design, building and costs, either first-hand or through professional and skilled people…

Permission to build

You are not just going to build a house you are going to build an impressive amount of paperwork - but don’t be daunted - the system is far more userfriendly than it used to be.

It all starts with a plan …

In the A to Z of building a home, A is for architect. They are right there at the start and will be with you unti l the job is done.

Financing the dream

Money is the most important part of the plans you are drawing up for your new home and it will be the single biggest building material you will use.

Market leaders in self-build - Rob Roy Homes

Rob Roy Homes is a market leader in the manufacture

Decisions, decisions

Kit homes can be tailored to your needs

The whole kit and caboodle!

Today’s kits are so adaptable to you and your family’s

Fleming Homes

Exceptional one-offtimber frame designs tailored to suit your individual requirements.

Norscot

Self-build doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive

Common mistakes to avoid

People self-building oft en make mistakes when building

MacLeod Construction Limited

Bespoke kits for a modern home

Milligan Transport: Delivery problem solved

No matt er how remote your delivery in the West Highlands

An island life for me!

Do you want to join an island community or build yourself a home in magnificent isolati on on the mainland? Don’t be daunted by the logisti cs, when it comes to living on islands or in remote rural places, we’ve been doing it for centuries …we’re experts.

Scotframe - leading the way in self-build

We provide our customers with a unique one-stop shop

Getting your new home on the grid

As far as your kids are concerned broadband and a mobile signal are essenti al, never mind about mains water!

Air source heat pumps:

Costs, savings and financial support

Is your renovation your great innovation?

Which renovator are you? The one who has bought an uninhabitable shell to turn into a home or the one who wants to breathe new life and space into the home they have loved for so long.

THE ARRAN BANNER 20 YEARS AGO

Saturday January 24, 1998

Arran triathlon club runs up Scottish first

Arran Junior Triathlon Club is going from strength