Wild Lochaber Blogs
The latest bleats from the sheep on the street...
Blogs (web logs) and blogspots provide a unique insight into Highland life and nature in Lochaber and The West Highlands.
We have put together a collection of Lochaber blogs to highlight the traditions, culture and wildlife in the various regions, including the West Coast Islands.
We show entries from the last 100 days, organised by region, topic and blog. The titles and text snippets give a taste of each entry with direct links to the main blog entry on the host website. We hope you will find time to explore the full articles and further information on the host blog sites.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any suggestions for blogs you would like to see here.
The Oban Times
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Construction is under way at the Kintyre port to make the changes needed to accommodate Islay’s two new ferries.
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Nationwide Shut out Scammers campaign launched by Trading Standards Scotland and Police Scotland to empower consumers to avoid doorstep scams
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North Ayrshire Council is reminding residents and businesses to dispose of their rubbish responsibly and has warned that offenders who misuse public bins can be fined up to £500.
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High winds gusting at over 57mph failed to deter loyal supporters at this year’s daffodil tea at Lochranza and Catacol Village Hall.
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Motorists area being warned to expect longer than normal journey times after a lorry overturned at the Rest & Be Thankful, restricting traffic travelling in both directions at Loch Restil.
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The second of two dual fuel vessels being built at Ferguson Marine in Port Glasgow has been launched after a bottle of Ardgowan blended malt whisky was smashed on its bow.
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After a backlash, the Scottish Government has pledged extra cash to secure 27 jobs working to save the Gaelic language
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When Mackenzie Construction opened their programme for community works, Achnamara Village Hall applied to have the car park resurfaced and an access ramp installed.
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Nearly 170 young people from Oban, Lorn and beyond enjoyed an action-packed week of music, art, dance and Gaelic culture as Fèis Latharna’s Easter Fèis celebrated its 30th anniversary.
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A mooring association has been set up to take the project to fruition.
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Holyrood’s net zero, energy and transport committee is urging people to help scrutinise the Scottish Government’s Land Reform bill which sets out reforms which aim to change the pattern of land ownership in rural and island communities.
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Officers detail alleged offnces in weekly round-up.
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Charity shop shuts after years in town.
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There was a good turnout of members when Campbeltown Bowling Club celebrated the end of the indoor season by hosting its carpet bowls prizegiving.
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A police officer injured while helping a drunk man on Islay has been praised for continuing to work.
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No tickets needed for Mull Music Festival, just turn up and join the party
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Police were called to Glencruitten Golf Course after reports of a weapon and drugs being found.
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Site is being marketed in three lots by DM Hall and Watermans with a six-figure asking price.
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There has been a significant amount of conversation regarding Arran’s bid for UNESCO Global Geopark status. The Banner spoke to the Arran Geopark board of trustees to learn more about the initiative and sought answers to readers’ questions.
Ardtornish Estate and Gardens, Self catering holidays Scotland
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In my first article, I wrote about how Lynne and I look forward to our photographic holidays in the Highlands and particularly at Ardtornish. Work commitments mean we can only visit for 1 or 2 weeks at a time. We always want to do so much with the limited time we have, that we have evolved ways of...