Author: hughboag
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Paul Tinto to speak at society dinner
Following the results of a member survey last year, the Arran Society of Glasgow are holding their annual dinner in the Royal College of Surgeons in Glasgow this year on November 24.
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The bells toll for Lamlash Parish Church
Standfirst Lamlash Parish Church will close its doors for the last time on Sunday October 29. Of all the churches closing on the island, it is the most important with a rich history and many unique features. Hugh Boag looks back at the church’s 137 years of worship. Main story There are many unique features…
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East Mor cafe expansion approved
A proposal to expand the cafe facilities at the Eas Mor Ecology Centre in Kildonan approved.
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Island property market as busy as ever
Leading into autumn, the property market on the island looks to be as busy as ever. Arran has a good selection of properties available to potential purchasers, so it really is a great time to buy on Arran, with a huge variety of options island wide.
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Charity race night a winner in Kildonan
Kildonan Hall came under starters orders and the going was good last Saturday night.
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Miller’s 50 years of lifeboat service honoured
A man who has dedicated his life to saving lives at sea has passed his 50 year service milestone with the RNLI.
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Mod silver medal for Aisling
Proud Aisling Coyle of Whiting Bay, right, won a prestigious silver medal at the Royal National Mod in Paisley in the first appearance by a member of the Isle of Arran Music School. Full story – page 3. 15_T43_Mod-2023_Clarsach-Intermediate-Grades-3-4
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Shannochie holiday lets get go-ahead
A proposal to demolish outbuildings and replace them three holiday rental properties has been given the go-ahead despite objections. North Ayrshire Council officials have given the development at Loan Mhor, Shannochie, planning permission, subject to conditions. Arran Community Council had argued there appeared to be “many local objections” to the proposal and said the access…
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Making the best use of Scotland’s forest and land
Communities are being invited to shape their own futures thanks to a new strategy by Forestry and Land Scotland.
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Screen Machine funding plea
West Scotland MSP Neil Bibby is pressing the Scottish government to put up 50 per cent of the cost of a new Screen Machine vehicle.