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ArticleMOBY SICK

Visitors, families and dog walkers are avoiding a popular tourist spot due to the stench of a decomposing beached whale. The animal, which washed up on Dunaverty beach two weeks ago, is also prompting safety concerns from a concerned...

By Hannah O’Hanlon

ArticleStriking gold in the Race Across Scotland

Carradale ultra-runner Marlene Baillie has completed an epic 215mile Race Across Scotland. The 54-year-old finished as fourth woman and 18th overall in a time of just over 80 hours.

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ArticleDog attack on castle sheep

Volunteers at Tarbert Castle have issued a reminder that all dogs in the grounds must be kept on a lead after one of the castle sheep had to be euthanised following an attack. Four new sheep had been purchased by castle volunteers last month to...

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ArticleRecord success for exam pupils

It has been an amazing start to life under Qualifications Scotland for students in Argyll and Bute, who have recorded a record high in their exam results. Initial figures show learners have achieved 685 more awards than in 2024, with a...

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ArticleFraud arrest

A 31-year-old woman was arrested in Campbeltown on Thursday, August 6, in connection with alleged fraud offences. She was charged with fraud, unauthorised access to computer material with intent to commit or facilitate further offences,...

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