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Incident reported after council-owned tractor crashes into Oban rail bridge
A grass-cutting machine struck the crossing and an engineer has been to assess the damage.
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Man found guilty of four-year campaign of domestic abuse that ‘posed danger to life’
David Ogilvie wept in the dock as the jury returned their verdict.
Tree surgeon gets driving ban after going ‘for a dog walk’ at 4am in Oban
A tree surgeon on holiday in Oban was banned from driving after being caught at 4am over the drink-drive limit.
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Isle of Colonsay farmer banned from island’s only pub
An Isle of Colonsay farmer pleaded guilty to making racist remarks towards a worker at the hotel.
From designer dresses to dazzling hatinators – Oban’s glam new fashion haven
Time and Again Boutique sells quality pre-loved clothes from top brands.
Riccardough’s Pizza Kitchen to bring a slice of Italian heritage back to Oban
The new food van will be hitting the streets soon and reviving a beloved family recipe from Luigi’s Pizzeria.
Looking for a lifestyle change? Isle of Mull guest house hits the market at £895,000
Druimnacroish Guest House on the Isle of Mull offers six letting rooms and a self-catering unit.
Farm near Oban to be transformed into luxury boutique hotel
Ambitious plans to turn buildings at Ballygowan near Oban into a luxury hotel have been approved by Argyll and Bute Council.
Home Bargains advertises for staff as it prepares to open new Oban superstore
Home Bargains is opening in Oban’s former Homebase store at Lochavullin Retail Park, with jobs now advertised and an expected launch in early 2026.
Obsessive man who called ex-partner 50 times in a day escapes jail
Salem Aouichaoui sent “menacing and abusive” messages and made repeated threats of violence during a disturbing campaign of harassment.
Louise Glen: Tony Parsons’ family deserved the truth of how he died on the A82, not years of cruel silence
The Press and Journal's reporter appears on screen as part of new BBC documentary, Murder Case: The Vanished Cyclist.
Oban man breached bail by calling and visiting ex-partner in the middle of the night
Daniel MacKinnon breached a court bail order by making late-night calls and turning up at his ex’s home.
Oban plasterer had ‘complete blackout’ after drunkenly entering strangers’ house
In an incident that was described as "absolutely terrifying", Mark Petrie repeatedly told the householders "I am living the dream".
Oban drug driver 16 times over limit caught after acting nervously at police stop
Malcolm McCulloch, 44, was caught driving 16 times over the drug drive limit in Oban after appearing nervous during a roadside check.
Oban thief who spent pensioner’s cash on booze sentenced in court
Thief James McMillan was sentenced at Oban Sheriff Court after failing to return £200 to a pensioner and causing criminal damage in Dunbeg.
Oban’s Moon Bay gift shop to close after ‘challenging’ year
Much-loved Oban shop Moon Bay is closing and a massive clearance sale is now under way on George Street.
From Inverness to Oban: How one of Highland capital’s top bars plans to launch on the West Coast
MacGregor’s will bring bring craft beer, music and Highland hospitality to the Whisky Vaults in Oban after buying the hotel and bar.
Oban restaurant ‘bans children after 5pm’ under strict new dining rules
Mandarin Thai Cuisine is reopening after a six-month break.
Ambulance called to Oban Royal Mail delivery office after incident
A person has been taken to hospital.
Oban banned driver claims ‘I didn’t crash’ after car found in Tyndrum ditch
Police traced Oban banned driver James Hendry after he crashed an Audi, and it was discovered in a ditch near Tyndrum.