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‘Are they real?’ Couple who walk exotic birds through Oban say people can’t believe their eyes
Local heads have been turned by the feathered trio.
Ancient seat of Clan MacDougall closed after being hit in Storm Kathleen
The 1745 house had part of its roof ripped off.
‘Let us know what you want us to sell’: Oban’s latest store hopes to hit all the right notes with customers
The Wee World shop will stock clothes, shoes, gifts and other goods from all over the world.
1966: All hands lost when MacBrayne Mull ferry-turned-pleasure-boat foundered on its way to Inverness
Two brothers from Oban had bought and refitted the former MV Lochinvar to run pleasure cruises from the Highland capital to Invergordon.
The Original Factory Shop looking to recruit staff for new store opening in Fort William
The retailer is preparing to move into the former M&Co building in the town's High Street
Award-winning Oban cafe’s Battenberg muffins fly off the shelves
Battenberg muffins - a modern twist on a very classic British bake - are flying off the shelves at Roxy's in Oban.
Future of Lochavullin Bar in Oban hangs in balance as landlord issues urgent update
The pub has been a mainstay of the town's social scene for decades.
Oban pensioner reveals shock over £11,000 Ovo power bill
Audrey Hunter spent three weeks desperately trying to get to the bottom of the error.
Oban mum fears dog will be put down if proven to be XL Bully
Veronica MacKenzie adopted Coast after his owner was unable to keep him and believes he wouldn't harm anyone.
Is this the cheapest burger in Oban? Pupils flock to lunch spot with ‘daft’ prices
The new cafe's pizza and hot dog deals are also attracting customers.
Video: Moment of madness in Oban pub as dog lets off fire extinguisher
Aulay's Bar has now launched a 'fire extinguisher' shot after customers were covered in white foam.
Cheers! Oban trio give up jobs to share the wonders of west coast whisky and gin
The new venture is out to inspire visitors and locals with the unique spirits of the west.
‘I was so shocked I nearly fell off my chair’: Islander fury as plans for vital new school in limbo
Residents are dismayed as doubts build over the planned new campus despite Scottish Government funding being secured.
Highland cattle breeders enjoy strong trade in Oban
Averages saw 11 two-year-old bulls at £4772.72 (up £1657.37); seven three-year-olds at £6525 (+£225) and three yearlings at £3535 (+£868).
Oban tenants forced to pay ‘£20 a day’ to heat ‘fuel-efficient’ homes
Residents living in the Glenshellach area are trapped into paying for biomass energy.
Joules in Oban to close tomorrow as customers sad to see ‘wonderful staff’ go
The shop will open its doors for the final time on Saturday.
11-year-old boy flown to hospital after crash on A85 near Tyndrum
The Oban to Tyndrum road was closed for more than 10 hours while emergency services attended the scene.
ScotRail train struck by tree on approach to Oban
It happened on the 12.20pm Glasgow Queen Street to Oban ScotRail service.
Four destinations passengers from Oban and the Isles Airport could easily fly to – if only we had the money
One suggestions is a route that has long been an ambition of Oban Airport's operator.
Thieves fled Oban crime scene with ‘industrial bin’ full of stolen goods
The Taste of Argyll and Sea Kayak Oban shops have thanked the community for its support after they were targeted by thieves.