Banner gets nod in top BBC show
The Arran Banner is not only an island institution but is known across Scotland and around the world. The post Banner gets nod in top BBC show appeared first on Arran Banner.
View ArticleTimeline of New Year ferry misery
Many visiting family for the New Year and other visitors were left stranded after just one boat sailed from Brodick on Thursday January 2. With both the MV Caledonian Isles and the MV Isle of Arran...
View ArticleCorrie Film Club presents …
Corrie Film Club’s January feature by award-winning director, Christian Petzold, tells the story of a nearly impossible love amid escape, exile and a longing for a place to call home. The post Corrie...
View ArticleNominations sought for Young Scot awards
A former winner is calling on the people of Arran to nominate local inspirational young people for the Sunday Mail Young Scot Awards 2020. Last year, Alyssa Faulkner from Kilwinning scooped up the...
View ArticlePoppy appeal money raised
The total amount collected for annual poppy appeal held around Remembrance Day in the Blackwaterfoot, Shiskine and Machrie area was £870.66p. In Lamlash the amount collected was £619.49. The poppy...
View ArticleIn the depth of winter some signs of approaching spring
The mild weather of November continued into December. The month was however notable for some very wet weather with rainfall totals double those of December 2018 The post In the depth of winter some...
View ArticleFirst trees leave Arran 33 years ago
It is 33 years ago this month since the first timber planted by the Forestry Commission was harvested on the island. The post First trees leave Arran 33 years ago appeared first on Arran Banner.
View ArticleTeddy gives us a tune
Maggie Fraser, pictured, won the ArCaS Christmas Carol quiz. She was surprised and delighted to discover that her prize is an accomplished pianist. NO_B02arcas01 The post Teddy gives us a tune appeared...
View ArticleDelayed Arran charter all set to sail
The five hour cruise onboard MV Isle of Arran will take place today (Saturday), it will depart from Ardrossan at 11am and sail around Arran at a leisurely pace before returning to Ardrossan at 4pm. The...
View ArticleFerry Committee committed to pushing forward service improvements
The committee have arranged for senior management from CalMac to attend a further meeting next week. The post Ferry Committee committed to pushing forward service improvements appeared first on Arran...
View ArticleWinter dog trials
The second winter dog trial was recently held at Birchburn Farm with John Craig of Imacher judging the event. A total of nine dogs ran and trophies were awarded to the winners. Donald Currie jnr with...
View ArticleHuge changes will double childcare provision on Arran
From August, all three and four year olds – and around a quarter of two year olds – will be entitled to 1,140 hours of funded childcare per year. The post Huge changes will double childcare provision...
View ArticleIsland neighbours also feel effects of Gourock restrictions
Arran’s MSP Kenneth Gibson also posed a number of questions to the Minister asking when the linkspan will be repaired or replaced, and when the Government will produce a long-term infrastructure and...
View ArticleHockey ladies ready to resume play
The Arran Ladies Hockey Club are ready to resume play in the West District Women’s League Division 3 in their first game of the new year against Troon Ladies 2s. The team, who have enjoyed a break over...
View ArticleA trip to Arran in 1891
Reader, B Ingram of Widnes, Cheshire was browsing through a publication ‘Home Words’ dated 1891 when he came across an article on Arran. Being a frequent visitor , he thought that Banner readers may be...
View ArticleArt in Mind exhibition at Arran Library
There are over 20 individual artworks in paint, pastel, chalk and pencil and they range from Arran’s fauna, flora and landscapes to portraits, aircraft and abstract designs. The post Art in Mind...
View ArticleHave your say on the future of Scottish Forestry
The plan sets out the agency’s proposed direction of travel and priorities for the next three years and outlines the organisation’s proposed focus, and the strategic goals that will frame the delivery...
View ArticleUnintended consequences
A parent-run organisation that funds itself, granted with assistance, is something that is to be encouraged, promoted and protected. The post Unintended consequences appeared first on Arran Banner.
View ArticleFarmers get funding boost ahead of Brexit
The Chancellor has given a welcome boost to UK farmers and rural communities by announcing nearly £3 billion of funding for 2020. Sajid Javid confirmed the cash will be used to support farmers once the...
View ArticleAn almighty roar for team Broar
After over a month at sea, three Scottish brothers have set three World Records in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge – dubbed the toughest row in the world. Not only are they the fastest trio to...
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