Crackdown planned on Oban’s cluttered streets
A north council is having a crackdown on cluttered streets after it removed unauthorised signs and told businesses to get permission before they are put back out again.
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Treat for Oban dads on Father’s Day as car club stages show
There was a Father's Day treat for dozens of Oban dads yesterday as a dazzling array of classic cars went on show.
Thousands line the streets of Oban in support of independence
Thousands of people marched through Oban at the weekend to demonstrate their support for Scottish independence.
Councillors to decide fate of parking charges for Mull
Councillors will discuss controversial plans to bring in a £9-a-day parking charge in Mull today.
Sun shone on revellers at Oban’s biggest ever live music show
Oban was alive with music over the weekend following the return of a popular festival.
How an American tourist found herself trapped in a Scottish castle
An American tourist was forced to appeal for rescuers after finding herself locked in an impregnable Scottish castle.
Thousands expected to descend for Oban Live
Argyll is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors this weekend to the region's biggest outdoor live music event, Oban Live.
Oban youngsters praised for volunteering with police
Oban youngsters have been recognised for giving up their time to volunteer with the police during a special awards ceremony.
Dozens of worthy causes celebrated during Oban Charities Day
Oban held its annual charities day with more than 40 organisations from the town setting up a marketplace and parading through the streets.
Scottish minister heads to Malawi to explore African links with Gaelic
Few countries anywhere in the world enjoy a closer friendship.
Be Charlotte latest act to be added to Oban Live line-up
An up-and-coming star visited primary schools in Oban yesterday to share her love of music.
Meet the Oban woman who has helped restore a classic Rennie Mackintosh building
Hill House is one of the most renowned creations by the famous Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Motorhome falls onto beach in Oban
A mobile home almost slipped into the sea at Oban after a couple left it to take their dogs for a walk.
First Oban Pride March a huge success
Despite feeling "nervous and excited" Lorn's first Oban Pride March was a huge success for organisers.
‘Everyday Heroes’ from the Highlands set to star in fashion campaign
Don't they scrub up well? Four of Mull and Oban's well-known characters are all set to be the unlikely fashion models for a high end clothing brand.
New lease of life delivered to former Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary near Oban
A former sea life sanctuary building in Argyll has been granted a new lease of life as a local marine and aquaculture manufacturer is to set up shop at the vacant premise.
Residents warn that a car ban on the Mull-Lochaline ferry will have a devastating effect on islanders
Plans for a car ban on a lifeline island ferry service will have a devastating impact on businesses, commuters, tourists and parents, it has been claimed.
‘Horrific’ conditions found at police stations and police accommodation
Two police stations should be closed immediately amid safety concerns over “horrific” conditions, the Scottish Police Federation has said.
Shocking conditions discovered at Argyll and Bute police stations
Calls have been made to close two police stations and officer accommodation in the Argyll and Bute area due to "disgraceful conditions".
Police make further appeal following vehicle theft from Oban diving centre
Police are making a further appeal for information following the theft of a Land Rover from an Oban diving centre.
Police launch inquiry after diving centre’s vehicle is stolen
Police in Oban are appealing for information after a Land Rover was stolen overnight.
Maggie has a passion for helping all her friends in parrot fashion
Maggie Packer's life isn't strictly for the birds.
Community in shock as rock thrown through Oban councillor’s window
An MSP says he is “horrified” after a rock was thrown through the window of the home of an SNP local councillor while she and her family were asleep in the house.
One dead after two-car crash in Highlands
One person has died and others have been injured in a two-car crash in the Highlands.
Craignure pier damage to be assessed
A dislodged piece of wood, used as a buffer on a busy pier, will not stop passengers or vehicles accessing the busy ferry route, Argyll and Bute Council said yesterday.
Five musicians plan to scale Ben Nevis and play a Frightened Rabbit song at the top in tribute to tragic frontman Scott Hutchison
A group of music fans from Oban are planning to scale the heights of Ben Nevis to raise awareness of mental health problems and suicide.
Islands diver airlifted after suffering the bends
A diver had to be airlifted to hospital this morning after falling ill with decompression sickness.
Oban lifeboat called to rescue woman while its crew were being presented with a charity cheque
Members of a north lifeboat crew were called to an injured woman only five minutes away from its base - at the same time they were being presented with a cheque for its work.
Contractor appointed as green light granted for refurbishment works at Oban’s Rockfield Centre
A former primary school in Oban is to get a new lease of life after its community group owners have appointed a contractor to undertake extensive renovations.
Student with suspected dislocated leg rescued by lifeboat from Kerrera
A 22-year-old female student was rescued by a coastguard rescue team and the RNLI lifeboat from Oban yesterday afternoon after falling whilst out climbing with a group and suffering a leg injury.
Man to stand trial accused of killing two pensioners in Oban
A man is to stand trial accused of killing two pensioners.
Sentence deferred in ‘sexual gesture’ case due to legal wrangle
A man who admitted making a sexual gesture to a councillor in court has had his case deferred to establish a suitable sentence.