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How Sorcha Bakery became Oban’s must-visit vegan spot

Run by former Puffin owner Keren Cafferty, the a vegan bakery uses local, ethically sourced ingredients — and it’s selling out every weekend.

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Oban dad opens up after life-changing surgery – and thanks those who helped make it happen

Scott Rowan underwent a private operation to repair a hole in his heart after a wave of donations from the people of Oban and beyond.

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Ballachulish church to become house with huge lounge

Planning Ahead Oban and Fort William looks at planning applications from across the region.

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Aberdeen man’s plea to sheriff after Oban hospital disturbance

Jordan Brechin, 23, became abusive to medics and police after passing out at a venue in the town.

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Domestic abuser jailed after refusing to comply with Oban court order

Benedict Boylen was jailed for nine months and given a 10-year non-harassment order for domestic abuse.

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Oban sheriff jails man after alcohol and cocaine-fuelled attack

Stephen McMahon was jailed for 54 days after attacking a man during a night out. Co-accused Zak Allan was ordered to carry out unpaid work and pay compensation.

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Man arrested following serious sexual assault in Oban

A 30-year-old has been arrested in connection with an investigation into an attack on a 28-year-old woman in the town.

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Oban sheriff asks for report after accused’s kidnapping record comes to light

Sheriff Euan Cameron said in reviewing the case of a Romanian man he discovered he had previously served jail time for kidnapping.

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Police investigate Oban Bay after woman sexually assaulted

Officers were seen at two cordons as people travelled to work.

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Oban woman accused of stalking nurse to ‘destroy’ her career

A trial was told Jessie Mary MacDonald used a printer and wore gloves in an effort to disguise the sender of 'poison pen' letters to hospital bosses.

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Oban man made racist remarks to Argos manager

Guy Bridgman swore and became angry about the woman's English accent, Oban Sheriff Court was told.

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Five things to order: Jamie Oliver among first visitors of the season at Oban Seafood Hut

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver took time to speak to staff before he caught a ferry to Mull.

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Pictures: Alan Cumming leads Tartan Day March in New York as Scots receive warm American welcome

The sound of the Oban Pipe Band echoed through the streets of the Big Apple.

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Huntly mart operator United Auctions now owned by employees

The move to employee ownership is thought to be a first for livestock auctioneers.

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Oban ferry worker dies a week after explosion at Rome B&B

Grant Paterson worked on the MV Clansman on routes around the West Coast of Scotland.

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Man has rucksack stolen in Oban assault and robbery

The 28-year-old victim was attacked by three other men.

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Oban ferry worker fighting for life after B&B explosion in Italy

Grant Paterson who works on the MV Clansman out of Oban is currently in hospital in Rome.

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Oban pensioners arrested in connection with vandalism at Trump golf course

The investigation into the attack on the clubhouse and greens is ongoing.

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First look and five bargains to buy in the new Mountain Warehouse in Oban

With 3,962 square feet in the former WH Smiths building, the outdoor retailer has created four new jobs.

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Oban domestic abuser weeps as he’s banned from seeing fiancee for a year

Ciaran Crainey was also jailed at Oban Sheriff Court after racking up four domestic offences and breaking bail conditions.