Show-winning Highland heifer lands Oban championship title
A Highland heifer which reigned supreme in the ring at three northern shows this summer won the female championship at yesterday’s breed show in Oban.
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Marine equipment firm targets fish farm growth
Marine equipment, technology and services firm Gael Force Group has set its sights on growth in the international fish farming industry after a year of acquisitions and product development.
A beautiful danger on the oyster beds
It looks like a striking ornament - but this colourful starfish is the scourge of oyster beds.
Major search of Highland loch was false alarm with good intent
A major search operation of a Highland loch was launched yesterday afternoon, following a report of a person in the water.
Hundreds gather for shot at becoming world’s leading stone skimmer as Easdale championships hailed a success
Hundreds of people descended on Easdale during the weekend for a shot at glory in the world stone skimming championships.
Serious questions over spending on Oban’s Mossfield sports venue
Major concerns are being raised about spending on Oban's stadium after councillors were asked to consider investing in upgrade proposals - which are already under way.
Argyll chief executive moving onto pastures new
The search is on to fill the top job at Argyll and Bute Council after it was revealed that the chief executive is leaving.
How Oban scientist could use sea cucumber to feed the world
At first glance it may not appear like the most appealing of delicacies - but the humble sea cucumber could soon be used to feed the world.
Argyll shines in Scottish Tree Festival
Some of Scotland's most beautiful and unusual trees will be celebrated as the Scottish Tree Festival returns for its second year.
Camanachd cup hero going for more glory
Glen Mackintosh, who scored two goals after being out injured for nine weeks to help Newtonmore win the Tulloch Homes Camanachd Cup, is determined to try to make next year’s final – at the age of 41.
Roadworks get underway at Dalmally
Roadworks get under way east of Dalmally on the A85 Oban to Perth road on Monday.
Oban’s parking woes to be discussed at community meeting
Oban's parking woes are likely to be a major topic at a public meeting to discuss the town's development next week.
Oban Lifeboat baby celebrates her 18th birthday
Celebrating your 18th birthday is always a major occasion.
Plans to put former Sea Life Sanctuary site to industrial use
It was once a must-see attraction for visitors to Oban.
Independent inquiry into flawed parking exercise rejected
Calls for an independent inquiry into a flawed parking management exercise on Mull and Iona have been rejected.
Group to be formed to come up with best ways to improve Oban stadium
A stakeholders group is to be formed to come up with the best ways of improving Oban venue Mossfield Stadium.
Marine training centre could bring hundreds of students to Oban
Plans to build a £7 million Scottish Marine Industry Training Centre in Oban would attract 80 full time students and hundreds more part-time.
Dedicated daughter named student of the year as she graduates
A woman who put her studies on hold to care for her ill mother has finally graduated - and picked up an award at the same time.
Calls for suitable trains on West Highland Line
A call has been made for specially designed trains to replace 30-year-old models being used on a Highland rail line.
Plan for improvements to town’s stadium after Oban Live put on hold
Oban's stadium could be in line for a revamp to secure its future as a concert venue.
Man who leapt from ferry speaks out on mental health battle and urges others to seek help
A man who jumped from a ferry in an attempt to end his life has bravely opened up about his ordeal and urged others battling depression to seek help.
University of Highlands and Islands awards its first doctorate
The first person to graduate with a doctorate from the University of the Highlands and Islands is a microplastics researcher from Wales.
Catchment area widened for Oban catholic school
The catchment area of the only catholic school within 80 miles of Oban has been widened after campaigning by parents.
Catholic school catchment could change following discrimination claim
Proposals to change the catchment area of a Catholic school will go before Argyll and Bute Council today.
St Therese relics will visit north cathedrals
The relics of a 19th century French saint will be on show across the north during September.
Oban branch of William Hill closes its doors
Punters in Oban have one less venue to place a bet as William Hill closed its George Street branch.
Oban to host celebration of west coast distillers
In a celebration of west coast distillers, Oban will host a whisky and gin show next month.
Traffic congestion could have caused fire service ‘a nightmare’ at Oban
A former fire fighter says traffic problems at an Argyll housing estate could have turned a recent blaze into a "nightmare" if it had been one flat further into the scheme.
Women’s shinty players help Highland star record charity single
Women shinty players from Oban have been helping Highland accordionist, broadcaster and former Scotland international shinty star Gary Innes to record a charity single.
Claims fish farm protest must be halted on health and safety grounds
An anti fish farm protest planned for this weekend has sparked fears for the safety of those taking part.
Cost of £2million Argyll Air Services contract revealed
Details of a four-year £2million contract for air services will be revealed at the Argyll Islands Strategic Group on Thursday.
Support for Oban family hit by fire
A community has come out in support of an Oban family who lost their home to fire.