Category: News
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Row over future use of KGV park
A row about the best use for ground at Ardrishaig KGV Community Park has called for a community garden project put on hold. The King George V Community Park consists of six acres, including a sports pitch, on land near Ardrishaig Primary School. Currently the sports pitch is completely waterlogged and unplayable. And the land…
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Lawmakers consider doubling council tax on second homes
Scottish Parliament is currently considering draft regulations which would allow local authorities to charge up to double the full rate of council tax on second homes.
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New hope for the future at Lamlash Community Hub
Have your say at open day By Hugh Boag The first steps have been made to try to secure the future of Lamlash church and hall. Lamlash Community Hub steering committee is moving forward with its plans for a centre run by and for the community. This will allow existing groups that use the hall…
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Lest We Forget – Remembrance Day on Arran
Services were held across Arran last weekend to mark Remembrance Sunday.
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Arran author pens Pods for Pigs
A new novel with the intriguing title, Pods for Pigs has been published by well-known Arran author, Gordon MacLeod.
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Police warning after rise in scamming incidents
Police on Arran are urging residents to be vigilant against scammers who increase their criminal activity in the run up to the festive period.
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Eco Savvy to host ‘meet the experts’ events
Environmental charity, Arran Eco Savvy will be hosting two events this month where visitors can ask experts all about home energy improvements and green initiatives.
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Auchrannie celebrates double success
Management and staff at Auchrannie Resort are celebrating once again after picking up two accolades at the recent 2023 Hotels of the Year Scotland awards.
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Ferry committee demand answers from top officials
Seven of the most senior representatives of the organisations which run the ferry service were on Arran on Monday night to meet the Isle of Arran Ferry Committee just a day after the weekend crisis was resolved.
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COAST help launch Morrisons click and collect service
The Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) have collaborated with shopping giant, Morrisons to help launch a Click and Collect service for Arran.