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Oban dad Andrew Spence: ‘Life isn’t over after a stoma’

The father-of-two had recently started his new role as chief executive of BID4Oban when he suddenly became seriously unwell.

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Oban Homebase staff ‘at wit’s end’ as they face job uncertainty this Christmas

Workers expect to be made redundant, but they don't know when.

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From London to Oban – Chicken Cottage brings its flavour to the west coast

Menu items and prices revealed as new takeaway boss gets ready to open.

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Speeding driver behind bars after killing two holidaymakers in A85 crash

George Murphy was trying to overtake four vehicles - including a bus - on a blind summit when he drove head-on into Martin and Josephine Cousland's car.

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Oban’s £2 grocery bag: How ‘rescued’ food is making a difference in the West Highlands

'Anyone' is welcome to use the service and pick up their weekly essentials at the charity shop.

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‘Diamond’ Derek Connery: Tributes after Oban BID manager and Tain B&B owner dies aged 56

He has been described as a man who liked to see things happen by his partner, Lois.

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Why is there a CalMac ferry berthed in Aberdeen Harbour?

The boat, usually found in ports on the west coast, has turned up in the north-east.

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Revealed: This is the Spanish prison where Stornoway skipper awaits trial over ‘world’s largest drug bust’

Sources in the Spanish courts told The P&J where Conor Cowan is being held.

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Inverawe Smokehouses could be forced to close as workers owed £60,000 in unpaid wages

Several employees spoke to the The Press and Journal as owner Patrick Campbell-Preston confirmed financial difficulties.

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Timothy West and Prunella Scales helped unlock the key to Scotland’s great canal journeys

The late Timothy West and his wife, Prunella Scales, raised the profile of canal journeys and a new book highlights Scotland's gems.

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Brand buyout saves Homebase as Oban store’s future hangs in balance

The West Highlands shop could be forced to close as new owner yet to reveal safe list.

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Oban Winter Festival 2024: Everything you need to know

This year's community-run event is tipped to be best yet with a night snorkelling sauna and 'adults-only' screening of Disney's Frozen.

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Rapist who preyed on women and girls in Oban told to expect ‘very lengthy’ sentence

Former soldier Malcolm Sloss, 71, was found guilty of 10 charges - including three rapes and one sexual assault.

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Man dies following ‘serious incident’ at West Highlands sand mine

Emergency services were called to Lochaline Quartz on Monday afternoon.

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New Oban barbershop owner always dreamed of opening business in town

Mark Andrew moved to Oban from Glasgow with his family to open The Little Bay Barber Shop.

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Storm Ashley: Roads closed and trains cancelled after 70mph hour winds

Storm damage is being assessed after gale-force winds and rain hit the country.

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Rainbows and sunshine as Royal National Mod ends in Oban

Oban Gaelic Choir won for an unprecedented fourth consecutive time at the final competition of the nine-day festival.

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GALLERY: Gaelic choristers shine at Royal National Mod in Oban

P&J photographer Sandy McCook has been capturing prize winners in Oban.

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Royal National Mod brings business boost to Oban

Locals say the impact of the multi-million-pound event has been "terrific" for the area.

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How to win gold at the Royal National Mod – a winner shares his secret to success

The P&J sat down with this year's Gold Medal winner Ryan Johnston to find out what it takes to clinch the coveted prize.