BT answers Highland community’s call
A telephone box decommissioned by BT has been reinstated after a community campaign.
Argyll
Argyll forms charging plan for filming locations
A plan to enhance Argyll and Bute’s accessibility and appeal as a location for filming has been agreed by councillors.
Heavenly job available for minister position on Tiree
With the island’s stunning sandy beaches and idyllic lifestyle, the position of minister on Tiree seems like a job made in heaven.
Warning to owners of self-catering businesses as Oban factoring case raises issues
A warning was sent out to owners of self-catering accommodation businesses yesterday to seek legal advice if they are unsure about their factoring responsibilities.
Oban’s drug problem highlighted by bags of dirty needles dumped on construction site
A former drug worker has said Oban needs to wake up to its drug problem after bags of dirty needles were dumped on a construction site.
VIDEO: Beavers caught on camera getting cosy in Argyll
The first ever footage of a pair of captive bred beavers getting friendly in the wild has been released.
Massive funding boost for Mary’s Meals
Argyll-based charity Mary’s Meals has received £425,0000 of funding from the People’s Postcode Lottery.
VIDEO: ‘Lifeline’ for young wildcats spotted close to busy road
Two “incredibly lucky” newborn wildcats are being nursed back to health by conservationists after they were found orphaned in the Highlands.
£1.6m worth of safety improvements to Argyll accident black spot complete
An accident black spot in Argyll has undergone £1.6 million worth of safety improvements.
Swimmer dies after going for a dip in an Argyll loch
A 64-year-old swimmer has died after going for a dip in an Argyll loch.
Hollywood producer praises ‘phenomenal’ Argyll and Bute during romantic comedy filming
The producer of a Hollywood film starring Craig Ferguson and Kathie Lee Gifford being shot in Argyll says he has fallen head over heels in love with the area and praised the warmth of local people.
New landmark overlooking Loch Etive will tell ancient story
A new landmark overlooking Loch Etive in Argyll telling an ancient story is to be unveiled on Saturday.
Rockfield Centre launches community shares plan
A drive to raise £500,000 in six weeks to help seal the deal on a new multimillion pound cultural centre for Oban began at the weekend.
Hollywood comes to Highland town to film new romantic comedy
Hollywood arrived in a sleepy Highland town as Kathie Lee Gifford and Craig Ferguson filmed new romantic comedy Love Me To Death in and around local shops.
Oban Live pulls in the crowds
Almost 8,000 revellers descended on Argyll over the weekend for Oban Live.
Arrangements in place for Oban Live with one day to go
There is only one day to go until thousands head to Oban Live, the biggest open-air live music concert in Argyll.
Living the high life on airborne tour of Argyll
With an abundance of fairytale castles, sandy beaches and magical islands all within such a short distance of each other, Oban Airport has to be one of the best locations in the world to host scenic tours from the sky.
Making history in Argyll with this family home on the market for offers over £300,000
History fans will be familiar with the name Kilmartin Glen, as this area of Argyll was once referred to as the ancient capital of Scotland.
Share scheme to open for ‘life-changing’ £3 million Oban centre
Work is expected to start later this year to convert a former Victorian primary school in Oban into a “life-changing” £3 million centre for the local community.
Full cost confirmed of lifting Nancy Glen
The full cost of lifting the Nancy Glen fishing boat has been confirmed by the Scottish Government as £1.158 million.
Kilmartin Museum receives £3.2m grant to help transform it into a ‘landmark venue’
An Argyll museum which celebrates one of the most important archaeological landscapes in Britain has received a £3.2 million grant.
Grieving father says criminal investigation shows wreck containing lost son must now be lifted
The father of another Argyll fisherman lost at sea in 2013 says the criminal investigation into the Nancy Glen tragedy proves the case for raising the wreck which he believes still holds his son’s body.
The story of the Crinan Canal is brought to life
It is best known as "Britain's most beautiful shortcut," and now the story of the Crinan Canal will be brought to life.
Plans for bunkhouse by Loch Craignish meet fierce opposition
Plans for a kayakers bunkhouse by the shore of an Argyll Loch in a yacht haven village have met with fierce opposition.
Wasp sting causes life or death situation for choir member
A Highland Gaelic singer who suffered a severe anaphlactic shock after being stung by a wasp was saved by a member of a neighbouring choir - at an airport miles from home.
Rubbish springs team into action for Mull beach clean
Towering cliffs and dramatic waterfalls make this Mull beach the ideal stop during snorkeling and dive tours.
Argyll groups look to profit from close connection to Glasgow
Argyll tourist businesses are hoping to cash in on visitors enjoying city breaks in Glasgow – by highlighting how close the area is to the central belt.
Walker airlifted after injuring knee on Argyll peak
A climber had a “lucky escape” after plunging more than 130ft on the UK’s highest mountain.
Caviar company’s sturgeon farm plan recommended for approval
Scotland’s first caviar farm could be given the go-ahead today as planning permission looks likely to be approved for a firm to breed sturgeon at an Argyll site.
Dalmally says “no more pylons”
An Argyll village has voiced its outrage at proposals for 52 new pylons running through the local area.
Catholic parents call for children to have the same rights as Gaelic medium pupils
A group of Catholic parents in Argyll have claimed their children are being discriminated against - after being barred from the school bus.
Donnie Munro to headline festival at Inveraray Castle
Scottish music legend Donnie Munro and his band are to headline the Best of the West Festival at Inveraray Castle in Argyll.