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New Benderloch home approved after landslip forces couple to rebuild
Planning permission has been granted for a new home in Benderloch - after the original property on the site was hit by debris from the nearby cliff face.
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Oban man tells court he can change – but not from behind bars
Daniel Torrie sentenced after threatening police with chair and vowing to smash window with brick while on bail.
Taynuilt man banned from driving after drug-driving to help boss
Ruari Cameron was stopped by police on Soroba Road in Oban and found to be more than twice the legal limit for cannabis.
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‘No weapon’ recovered in gangland murder investigation as Oban search ends
Detectives were looking for evidence linked to the murder of Euan Johnston in 2016.
Dunbeg woman tagged after striking neighbour with wine bottle
Sheriff Euan Cameron called Pauline Johnston's attack “nasty and unprovoked” as he handed her an 18-month supervision order and a 10-year non-harassment order.
Oban man ordered to wear electronic tag for six more months after breaking curfew
Lee Campbell appeared at Oban Sheriff Court expecting to complete his restriction of liberty order — but a series of breaches led to an extension to wearing his tag.
Domestic abuser who fled Oban for Jersey could not escape long arm of the law
Lee Markham, 33, was fined £640 and must restart 262 hours of unpaid work after leaving Oban for Jersey without telling social workers, following a domestic abuse conviction.
Sniffer dogs and grass strimmers used in Oban weapon hunt linked to gangland assassination
Officers could be seen hacking away at long grass as they look for a firearm used in the 2016 murder of Euan Johnston.
Louise Glen: As an Oban local I’m shocked by gangland murder probe – but in this town you can’t hide the truth
A reporter’s view from Oban as a major murder investigation brings dozens of officers to a local quarry.
Search for murder weapon used in ‘gangland execution’ begins as Oban mart and quarry sealed off
Euan Johnston was killed nine years ago while sat in his vehicle on Scotland Street in Glasgow.
How to spot meteorite fragments near Fort William and Oban: Warning for walkers after fireball sighting
Experts believe meteorites may have fallen near Loch Treig and Loch Ericht.
Orangery and event space proposed at historic Glencruitten House in Oban
A steel-framed orangery is proposed for Glencruitten House in Oban. The plans also include a licence bid for events at the estate.
Iona Shop in Oban to close after 78 years
Alan Cathro, owner of The Iona Shop in Oban, is retiring after decades at the helm of the popular jewellery and gift shop.
Oban builder Gregor Morawski leads major developments across the town
From £110 in his pocket to transforming Oban: Gregor Morawski is behind new business units, hotel expansion and a bowling alley in Oban.
Illicit Valium addict in court after stashing stolen items – in his wheelchair
A Dunbeg man using an electric wheelchair has been given a second chance after stealing from a shop in Oban. A sheriff heard he’s working with addiction services.
Mull chef set fire to boat – after a row over the price of fish and chips
A chef has been told by a sheriff to get saving to compensate the owner of a boat he destroyed in a row over pub prices.
Tributes paid to Oban and Dalmally firefighter as flags lowered to half-mast across the UK
RAF veteran Richard Scott is remembered for his dedication, bravery and service.
Driver smashed into car on wrong side of road – then blamed deer for being ‘too beautiful’
A man living in Taynuilt pled guilty to careless driving after a crash near Kilmelford caused by swerving to avoid a deer.
Actor and Traitors US presenter Alan Cumming shares Hebrides cruise adventure and puffin-filled travels
Alan Cumming has offered an insight into his scenic cruise through the Hebrides and its islands of Mull, Skye, St Kilda and Lunga with Hebridean Island Cruises.
What happened when I tried a 5.30am class at Oban’s Happy Wee Health Club?
The growing 24-hour gym is proving a supportive environment for locals of all ages