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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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Man dies following ‘serious incident’ at West Highlands sand mine
Emergency services were called to Lochaline Quartz on Monday afternoon.
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.
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.
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.
GALLERY: Gaelic choristers shine at Royal National Mod in Oban
P&J photographer Sandy McCook has been capturing prize winners in Oban.
Royal National Mod brings business boost to Oban
Locals say the impact of the multi-million-pound event has been "terrific" for the area.
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.