Author: markmcsherry
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Councillor’s Column – October 6, 2023
I attended the full meeting of the council at HQ, Kilmory. It was disappointing to see such a low “in person” turn out at the meeting … Only three councillors from the administration group turned up in person at the council chambers.
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The Community Shop in Lochgilphead opens its doors
The new venture was conceived when the charity Mary’s Meals announced it would close its popular charity shop in Lochgilphead.
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Neil Munro plaque unveiled by granddaughter
The plaque has been installed on the wall of the George Hotel, at the entrance to the public bar.
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Local Development Plan seeks to attract external investment
Proposals set out potential sites for uses such as business development, community uses or housing.
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Tayvallich Estate firm Highlands Rewilding in ‘biodiversity credits’ push
Highlands Rewilding also confirmed it has signed an agreement with a European firm on its plans, but would not give details.
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Hopes rise that Crinan Canal closure may be shorter
Crinan businesses say the projected closure is too long and are demanding the canal reopen to navigation by Good Friday on March 29, 2024, so that business can resume at the Easter holidays.
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First Minister tackles local issues as cabinet comes to Inveraray
The First Minister was questioned on issues that have dominated local headlines in recent weeks.
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Leader, October 6, 2023
If the owners of hotels and pubs in the area that are currently closed are to be enouraged to reopen, it has to be financially worth their while to do so.
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Argyll food and drink independents plan expansion
Food From Argyll, a group of more than 30 producers, is now planning a permanent annual Argyll Food Festival in Oban.
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Casci double as Tarbert AFC top Glasgow Harp
This week Tarbert travel to Stepps to face Strathclyde University in a league match.