Author: Susan Windram
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Hospitality accolades abound in Argyll
The Ben Cruachan Inn, which reopened after a full refurbishment in 2017, has grown its culinary reputation for high quality, locally sourced food and has proved popular with residents and tourists.
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Communities in mourning after passing of popular Gaelic talent
A popular Gaelic conductor, singer and teacher, Kirsteen died on Friday October 6, aged 49, following a 15-month battle with cancer.
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TV interior design guru Banjo Beale launches new book
Wild Isle Style: Resourceful and sustainable interior design ideas is launched on October 12.
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From our files – 5.10.23
TEN YEARS AGO Thursday October 3, 2013 £4m hostel needs major fix after three years A £4 million ‘five star’ school hostel in Lochaber, which opened just over three years ago, needs major repairs because it is failing to stand up to wind and rain. Problems have come to light with the exterior of the…
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Glasgow Letter – 5.10.23
Now that we are in October, and with the Royal National Mòd soon to take place just along the road in Paisley, it is only right that the What’s On section is packed with Mòd Phàislig 2023 events. The official Mòd syllabus (containing details of all the competitions) and fringe programme (containing many similar events…
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Allan Campbell – 5.10.23
Is the 2010 Equality Act in need of urgent review to reinforce women’s rights, or is the problem an even more challenging one of machismo and ignorance?
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At Random – 5.10.23
Oban’s Bob MacIntyre sparkled brilliantly in the European team that won the Ryder Cup at the weekend.
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Scottish Newspaper Society renamed Newsbrands Scotland
While printed newspapers remain an important part of news publishers’ operations, the name change reflects modern newsrooms which reach far bigger audiences through digital platforms, with news operations working round the clock to deliver news to readers in the format they want, when they want it.
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Countdown to 50th Glenfiddich Piping Championship
Ten of the world’s greatest solo pipers will compete in this year’s Glenfiddich Piping Championship, which celebrates its 50th edition at the spectacular Blair Castle on Saturday October 28. With advance tickets already sold out, this year’s event is shaping up to be a formidable competition in front of a packed crowd at the stunning…