POLICE have released an e-fit image of a man they are searching for following the assault of an Argyll teenager last month.

Police say the man may able to assist with their investigation into the assault of a 14-year-old girl, which took place at 1am on January 14 in Croabh Brae area of Tighnabruaich.

The . . . → Read More: Man sought in connection with teenager’s assault]]> POLICE have released an e-fit image of a man they are searching for following the assault of an Argyll teenager last month.

Police say the man may able to assist with their investigation into the assault of a 14-year-old girl, which took place at 1am on January 14 in Croabh Brae area of Tighnabruaich.

The man is described as white, in his thirties, approximately 6ft. 2 in. in height, of muscular build, with dark wavy hair and possibly green eyes.

He was reported to be wearing a long-sleeve, dark red top and jeans at the time of the incident.

Police are appealing to anyone who recognises the picture or who has any information that can help them with their enquiries to contact Dunoon Police on 01369 763000 or if they wish to remain anonymous, contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111.

Councillor Dougie Philand collects Sign for the A83 petitions from Jeanette Laughton of Ardrishaig Community Council

ARGYLL First, the local authority party behind the ever-growing Sign for A83 campaign, collected petitions from various villages in Argyll this week as people continue to pledge their support for the vital trunk road.

Hoping to take the . . . → Read More: Still time to sign A83 petition]]>

Councillor Dougie Philand collects Sign for the A83 petitions from Jeanette Laughton of Ardrishaig Community Council

ARGYLL First, the local authority party behind the ever-growing Sign for A83 campaign, collected petitions from various villages in Argyll this week as people continue to pledge their support for the vital trunk road.

Hoping to take the petition to the Scottish Government at the end of the month, Argyll First is urging all those who have not yet signed the petition to do so.

People can ‘Sign for the A83’ at http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/sign-for-the-a83.html

Cathy McLean, right, with Rhian Thomas who will be running Clachan Filling Station.

A WHOLE village turned out this week to show their gratitude to a couple who have gone above and beyond their normal duties as shopkeepers.

After 15 years of owning and running Clachan Filling Station, Cathy and Calum McLean, have passed . . . → Read More: Clachan turns out to wish couple well]]>

Cathy McLean, right, with Rhian Thomas who will be running Clachan Filling Station.

A WHOLE village turned out this week to show their gratitude to a couple who have gone above and beyond their normal duties as shopkeepers.

After 15 years of owning and running Clachan Filling Station, Cathy and Calum McLean, have passed on the reigns to a Lochgilphead couple.

The couple have always gone out their way for the villagers and visitors, and were thanked for their hard work and kindness over the years when the whole village turned out on Tuesday evening, January 31 2012.

For the full story see the Argyllshire Advertiser, February 3 2012 or on line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital

PARENTS and motorists in Craobh Haven have hit out at the state of the access road to the village this week as bus companies refuse to drive on it.

West Coast Motors and Anderson Coaches, which operate the school bus service to Lochgilphead High School and Craignish Primary School, have stopped picking up children in . . . → Read More: Craobh Haven ‘no go’ road for buses]]> PARENTS and motorists in Craobh Haven have hit out at the state of the access road to the village this week as bus companies refuse to drive on it.

West Coast Motors and Anderson Coaches, which operate the school bus service to Lochgilphead High School and Craignish Primary School, have stopped picking up children in the village and are now asking parents to meet them with the children at the road end on the A816.

The move comes as both bus companies state the road, which is privately owned by Craobh Haven Marina, is ‘not safe for our large vehicles to operate on’.

Explaining their buses have to be maintained to a high standard because they are used by the public, Daniel Halliday of West Coast Motors, said buses had been damaged when driving on the road.

Mr Halliday added: ‘If the road is upgraded we would be happy to resume with the school service.’

For the full story, see the Argyllshire Advertiser, February 3 2012 or on line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital

WILD Biscuit’s exuberant music and dance production MOVE, which features Argyll pipers alongside a break dance crew, took to the Celtic Connections stage last week at the prestigious 02 ABC music venue in Glasgow.

The standing audience was mesmerised as the hour-long set showcased many brand new and exciting numbers from the 2012 cast that . . . → Read More: Wild moves at Celtic Connections]]> WILD Biscuit’s exuberant music and dance production MOVE, which features Argyll pipers alongside a break dance crew, took to the Celtic Connections stage last week at the prestigious 02 ABC music venue in Glasgow.

The standing audience was mesmerised as the hour-long set showcased many brand new and exciting numbers from the 2012 cast that features not only a host of Argyll talent but a who’s who of Scottish music and contemporary dance.

For more photos and the whole story see the Argyllshire Advertiser, February 3 2012 or on line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital

ROAD SAFETY in Tarbert, Argyll, is expected to improve in the coming years after the Scottish Government pledged it would address concerns about pedestrian safety in the village.

Keith Brown Minister for Transport and Infrastructure has reassured Tarbert residents that a thorough investigation will be carried out into the width of the Barmore road and . . . → Read More: Pledge to address pedestrian safety in Tarbert]]> ROAD SAFETY in Tarbert, Argyll, is expected to improve in the coming years after the Scottish Government pledged it would address concerns about pedestrian safety in the village.

Keith Brown Minister for Transport and Infrastructure has reassured Tarbert residents that a thorough investigation will be carried out into the width of the Barmore road and pedestrian safety in the village.

For the full story see the Argyllshire Advertiser, February 3 2012 oron line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital.

Make your bridal dreams come true at The Scottish Wedding Show which returns to the SECC in Glasgow on February, 18 and 19.

Meet over 300 of the UK’s leading wedding suppliers set to unveil everything a bride or groom could dream of. Glasgow’s leading family jewellers, John Macintyre & Son, will once again be . . . → Read More: Win tickets to The Scottish Wedding Show]]> Make your bridal dreams come true at The Scottish Wedding Show which returns to the SECC in Glasgow on February, 18 and 19.

Meet over 300 of the UK’s leading wedding suppliers set to unveil everything a bride or groom could dream of. Glasgow’s leading family jewellers, John Macintyre & Son, will once again be sponsoring the show and will have their stunning range on display. Take advantage of exclusive offers and discounts that will be available at the show to help you create a dream wedding that you will never forget.

For more details, visit www.thescottishweddingshow.com or call 0141 587 6088.

The Campbeltown Courier and Argyllshire Advertiser have 10 pairs of tickets up for grabs!

To find out how to enter, seee this week’s Argyllshire Advertiser, January 27, 2012.  Entries must be submitted by Monday, February 6, 2012.

In April 2012 household Scottish Water charges will remain frozen which means water charges have remained at the same level for four years.

A Scottish Water spokesperson said: “Water charges help pay for the investment which is needed to ensure we continue to deliver clearer, fresher drinking water at its highest quality, protect the environment . . . → Read More: Scottish Water household charges frozen for 2012/13]]> In April 2012 household Scottish Water charges will remain frozen which means water charges have remained at the same level for four years.

A Scottish Water spokesperson said: “Water charges help pay for the investment which is needed to ensure we continue to deliver clearer, fresher drinking water at its highest quality, protect the environment and continue to improve service to our customers.

“The fact that charges are being kept at the same level for the fourth year running is a tribute to the efforts of management and everyone who works at Scottish Water in creating an even more efficient Scottish Water.”

The average household charge will remain at £324 – the same level it was in 2009/10.

WOMEN’S shinty team Dunadd Camanachd held their end of season awards dinner last month to celebrate the achievements of the past year.

The Mid Argyll team finished the season in third place and were unbeaten at home in the league; they hope to carry their consistent form over into the new season which starts again . . . → Read More: Dunadd Camanachd celebrate end of season]]> WOMEN’S shinty team Dunadd Camanachd held their end of season awards dinner last month to celebrate the achievements of the past year.

The Mid Argyll team finished the season in third place and were unbeaten at home in the league; they hope to carry their consistent form over into the new season which starts again in March.

For more see the Argyllshire Advertiser, January 27 2012 or on line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital

Michael Russell MSP for Argyll and Bute, and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, was in Lochgilphead on, Monday 23rd January 2012, to officially launch a new VisitScotland Information Point in the town’s Fyne Tackle shop.

A partnership between the Heart of Argyll Tourism Alliance, Argyll and Bute Council and VisitScotland has resulted in . . . → Read More: Lochgilphead gets ‘i-point’ visitor information centre]]> Michael Russell MSP for Argyll and Bute, and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, was in Lochgilphead on, Monday 23^rd January 2012, to officially launch a new VisitScotland Information Point in the town’s Fyne Tackle shop.

A partnership between the Heart of Argyll Tourism Alliance, Argyll and Bute Council and VisitScotland has resulted in the creation of a new ‘i–point’ – a solution for visitors to the area following the closure last year of the local VisitScotland Information Centre.

For more see this week’s Argyllshire Advertiser, January 27 2012 for more or on line at www.argyllshireadvertiser.co.uk/digital