Author: hughboag
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Memories will live on as Corrie Church closes
The doors of Corrie Parish Church have closed for the last time.
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A proud day as Ali get his MBE
Brodick’s own Ali Hume has received an MBE at an investiture at Windsor Castle.
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Glenkiln Farm shortlisted for diversification award
Glenkiln Farm has been shortlisted in the Scottish Agriculture Awards 2023 for its work in diversification.
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Vital work nearing completion at Brodick Castle
Landmark emerges from its scaffolding shroud By Hugh Boag Major conservation work at Brodick Castle is nearing completion. The Brodick landmark has been surrounded in scaffolding since March to allow essential repairs costing more than £1.5m to be carried out to protect the historic building, most of which was built in the 19th century, although…
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Fiona nominated for volunteer award
Arran’s own Fiona Laing has been revealed as a finalist in the Scottish Health Awards ahead of the November event.
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Heb Isles back on Islay route
The MV Hebridean Isles was back serving the Islay route this week after being out action for nine months.
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Community hub plan to save church hall
A determined bid is being made to create a new community hub in Lamlash church hall which is due to close later this month.
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Budding sailors learn the ropes at junior club
Arran Junior Sailing Club had their final meet of 2023 on Tuesday October 3. It marked the end of a very successful season with more than 30 students taking part through the summer months.
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Brodick Post Office to shut
The current Brodick Post Office is to close, it was confirmed as the Banner went to press.
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Worry over Caley Isles resilience after weekend fiasco
Ferry passengers expressed increasing worry this week after the weekend ferry fiasco which left passengers stranded on each side of the Firth of Clyde.