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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.
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.
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.
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.
Nightshift worker caught drug driving in Oban was eight times the limit
Kacper Dudzic narrowly avoided a night in the cells after "sleeping in" for his sentencing court date.
Mull farm worker’s animal ban after he kept dogs in appalling conditions
Paul Chauvet's four dogs were covered in faeces and urine and one has since died, Oban Sheriff Court was told.
Ember buses to launch in Fort William and Oban
The UK’s first fully electric coach company is expanding its network.
Oban’s Atlantis leisure centre could be transformed with two-storey extension
Planning Ahead looks at recent applications in and around Oban and Fort William.
GALLERY: Graceful grandmother takes to Oban catwalk aged 90
Mum and grandmother Patricia Collins, who turns 91 in June, last modeled when she was 12.
Oban and Fort William Planning Ahead: Garden holiday pod refused as crofter plans Polycrubs
The Press and Journal details recent planning applications in and around Oban and Fort William.
Woman accused of hate crime demanded lawyer who believes in Jesus
Valerie Muir, 47, is accused of behaving in a threatening or abusive manner and making inappropriate religious and sexual remarks.
Oban man supplied drugs to children aged 13 and 15
Along with joints, Robert Murdoch, 66, also bought cigarettes for the youngsters.
New distillery could be built on the banks of Loch Leven with cafe, shop and warehouse
The Press and Journal details recent planning applications in and around Oban and Fort William.
Fines start: Laws banning pavement parking enforced across Oban and Argyll from today
The standard penalty for pavement parking violations in Argyll and Bute Council area is £100, reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days.
Anger over 22% pay rise for councillors as council tax hike hits Oban residents
Oban and Argyll locals have spoken of their disgust at the 'shameful' rise in pay for councillors.
Dunbeg Boom Town plans include 433 new homes, a hotel and a drive-thru
Three planning applications lodged with Argyll and Bute Council for Dunbeg include student accommodation.
Oban drivers warned of QR code parking payment scam
The sticker takes users to a scam website, designed for stealing their details.
Petals of Oban: From serving Princess Diana to winning wedding supplier of the year
The florist has won the People's Choice Award.