Tenth anniversary of Shiskine clubhouse
The new clubhouse at Shiskine Golf and Tennis Club is 10 years old this week. Unfortunately in the circumstances there can be no celebrations but here we look back at the history of the club and the...
View ArticleA new economic model to save North Ayrshire
The council which administers Arran has become the first in Scotland to adopt a radical economic model to plot a way forward now and post COVID-19. The post A new economic model to save North Ayrshire...
View ArticleProtecting jobs and supporting business
The Government has announced an unprecedented package of support to protect jobs and support business across the UK during the coronavirus outbreak. There is a wide range of financial support available...
View ArticleAnnouncements – May 22, 2020
Deaths MUIR – Peacefully, on Monday, May 18, 2020, at Alma McFadyen House, Dalbeattie. Pauline Honor Muir formerly of Dumfries, Lockerbie and Arran. Beloved wife of the late Ivie Muir. Due to current...
View ArticleWellbeing benefits of a tactile garden
Sensory gardens appeal to all our senses – sight, smell, sound, taste and touch – helping to reduce stress and anxiety and providing us with a place that helps encourage wellbeing and mindfulness. The...
View ArticleNew measures when coup reopens
North Ayrshire Council has revealed its plans for operating Arran’s Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) in Brodick, when it reopens on Monday June 1. As reported in last week’s Banner, Brodick coup...
View ArticleOwl research on Springwatch
The latest findings about the mysterious migration of short-eared owls will feature in episode of Springwatch at 8pm on BBC2 tonight (Friday), Some of these findings will be based on work done on...
View ArticleBig Davy’s challenge is no barrel of laughs
Big Davy’s round Arran barrel challenge has already raised more than £4,300 for the Samaritans but it is proving tough going. He has now completed more than half his challenge to walk the entire...
View ArticleThought for the week – week 22
Thought for the week The post Thought for the week – week 22 appeared first on Arran Banner.
View ArticleMSP raises island concerns with First Minister
Arran MSP Kenneth Gibson said he had received 'numerous' emails from Arran constituents worried about the easing of lockdown. He told the Banner: 'I believe it is an issue which will continue to...
View ArticleCalMac warns against Arran travel
Ferry operator CalMac is reinforcing the essential travel to islands only message on the back of the latest Scottish Government advice. The post CalMac warns against Arran travel appeared first on...
View ArticleAnnouncements – May 29, 2020
DEATHS Kate Mowatt – Our dearest Kate sadly left us on the 15th of May 2020 to kayak in the clouds. Very much loved daughter of Beth and Chris Mowatt and sister to James, Susie, Lizzie, Tom and...
View ArticleLockdown to comeback if virus spikes again – Sturgeon
First Minister's nerves as she appeals to people to be sensible and not let COVID-19 'jump bridges'. The post Lockdown to comeback if virus spikes again – Sturgeon appeared first on Arran Banner.
View ArticleThe day Duncan waved to a German bomber
Our original Holidays of Bygone Days feature has prompted a number of submissions from readers which we will feature in the coming weeks. This week reader Ian McPhedran of Bearsden shares his wartime...
View ArticleGovernment action at home and abroad helps cope with Covid
The UK Government has been working round the clock to help people through Coronavirus at home and abroad. The armed forces have been helping out across the UK building emergency hospitals, delivering...
View ArticlePlea for shoppers to start wearing face coverings – Sturgeon
If you haven't been wearing one to the shops, now is the time to think about it, urges First Minister today. The post Plea for shoppers to start wearing face coverings – Sturgeon appeared first on...
View ArticleFinancial support helping companies adapt and innovate
The UK Government has announced an unprecedented package of support to protect jobs and support business across the whole UK during the coronavirus outbreak. The post Financial support helping...
View ArticleCancelled elective surgery procedures to resume
Preparations are under way for NHS Ayrshire & Arran to resume some elective procedures. It follows new figures released this week by the Scottish Government’s Information Services Division (ISD)...
View ArticleBig Davy’s challenge is no barrel of laughs
Big Davy’s round Arran barrel challenge has already raised more than £4,300 for the Samaritans but it is proving tough going. He has now completed more than half his challenge to walk the entire...
View ArticleNo splash in Lamlash
The Lamlash Splash 2020 has been cancelled this year. The post No splash in Lamlash appeared first on Arran Banner.
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