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‘Extreme danger’ of wildfire warning issued for north-west of Scotland
Residents warned the blaze could destroy lives.
A828 reopens as wildfire burns near Oban
Residents are urged to keep windows shut after the "large" gorse fire broke out at North Connel.
Mum’s horror after 4-year-old mauled by dog in Oban
The child was taken to hospital by his mum and had to have a gruelling three-hour surgical procedure.
Two men arrested after bar brawl breaks out in Oban
Police hunt for two women 'engaged in fight'.
‘This is the best view in the world’: International hotel manager takes on reopened Regent Hotel in Oban
Perfectionist Dimples Munsayac has worked in some of the world's most prestigious hotels.
Swimmer dodges pavement hole plunge on Oban’s Esplanade
Daniel Tonner was walking along the busy street after a visit to a hotel pool.
‘He was panicked and blue in the face’: Oban bar worker saves man’s life during her shift
Lucy Anderson says she is 'still in a haze' after stepping in to help the choking customer at The Lorne bar on Wednesday.
Oban vet raided as businesses hit in spate of thefts
It's the third time this year a firm in the area has been targeted.
‘Are they real?’ Couple who walk exotic birds through Oban say people can’t believe their eyes
Local heads have been turned by the feathered trio.
Ancient seat of Clan MacDougall closed after being hit in Storm Kathleen
The 1745 house had part of its roof ripped off.
‘Let us know what you want us to sell’: Oban’s latest store hopes to hit all the right notes with customers
The Wee World shop will stock clothes, shoes, gifts and other goods from all over the world.
1966: All hands lost when MacBrayne Mull ferry-turned-pleasure-boat foundered on its way to Inverness
Two brothers from Oban had bought and refitted the former MV Lochinvar to run pleasure cruises from the Highland capital to Invergordon.
The Original Factory Shop looking to recruit staff for new store opening in Fort William
The retailer is preparing to move into the former M&Co building in the town's High Street
Award-winning Oban cafe’s Battenberg muffins fly off the shelves
Battenberg muffins - a modern twist on a very classic British bake - are flying off the shelves at Roxy's in Oban.
Future of Lochavullin Bar in Oban hangs in balance as landlord issues urgent update
The pub has been a mainstay of the town's social scene for decades.
Oban pensioner reveals shock over £11,000 Ovo power bill
Audrey Hunter spent three weeks desperately trying to get to the bottom of the error.
Oban mum fears dog will be put down if proven to be XL Bully
Veronica MacKenzie adopted Coast after his owner was unable to keep him and believes he wouldn't harm anyone.
Is this the cheapest burger in Oban? Pupils flock to lunch spot with ‘daft’ prices
The new cafe's pizza and hot dog deals are also attracting customers.
Video: Moment of madness in Oban pub as dog lets off fire extinguisher
Aulay's Bar has now launched a 'fire extinguisher' shot after customers were covered in white foam.
Cheers! Oban trio give up jobs to share the wonders of west coast whisky and gin
The new venture is out to inspire visitors and locals with the unique spirits of the west.