Doctors on call round the clock
Arran Medical Group have introduced a new method for patients to make contact with their GPs.
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CalMac in second ferry return pledge but capacity worries remain
The MV Isle of Arran is due to return to service on the Arran route on Tuesday, which will bring much needed capacity to summer ferry service.
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Kenneth goes back to Holyrood after decisive win
Kenneth Gibson has retained the Cunninghame North seat for the SNP.
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Life returns to normal as vaccine rollout continues
The mass vaccination programme steps up a gear on Arran next weekend when the under-5os will be invited to roll up their sleeves for their vaccination against Covid-19.
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Safety first as shops reopen
Hairdressers to hotels, cafes to cinemas, pub chains to independent shops … high streets across the country are opening up again. But it is important it happens safely!
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Strike Warrior exercise under way
The major multi-national military exercise Strike Warrior has seen a lot of naval activity in and around Arran this week.
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It’s OK to Ask campaign launched
Scotland’s national health information service, NHS inform, is encouraging patients to ask questions about their care and treatment in a new campaign called It’s OK to Ask.
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Roll out the banner as Jenni retires
Jenni Turnbull has retired from the Arran Medical Group after 12 years at the practice.
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Can you help a child during Foster Care Fortnight?
They are looking for people who have a desire to better the life of sibling groups or older children that can no longer be cared for by their family. In particular, people who can offer, time, love, empathy and flexibility.
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Arran dog walkers urged to back Paws on Plastic
The many dog walkers on Arran are being urged support the Paws on Plastic initiative which is being run throughout May by picking up at least two pieces of litter when out walking their dogs.
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Arran social enterprise puts fresh produce on the menu
People on Arran are set to have more access to fresh local produce in a project that will also help to create two new jobs on the island.
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Recovery being hampered by ferry service
The Arran Recovery Group say that the island’s recovery is being impacted by a continuing deterioration in the level of service provided by the ferry.
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RNLI launch Mayday campaign
The RNLI have launched their annual Mayday campaign with the Mayday Mile challenge which helps to raise money for the rescue organisation which depends entirely on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service.
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David takes the honours in AGA Spring Handicap
Whiting Bay golfer David Morrison won the fiercely but amicably contested Arran Golfers Association (AGA) Spring Handicap.
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A new bowling season begins, at last
Now that the grass is growing, the temperature is rising, and the weather should be summer-like very soon, the bowling season gets underway in Brodick on Monday May 17.
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Finalists for Seniors Crystal Bowl are ready to do battle
Whiting Bay will face Machrie Bay in the final of the Seniors Crystal Bowl competition after two hard fought semi-finals last weekend.
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Nicola is ready for new flat season after tough winter
Arran jockey Nicola Currie is ready for a host of new challenges as the flat racing season gets underway.
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Lamlash prove they are Sumdog champions
Lamlash primary have had great success taking part in Sumdog competitions recently.
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Co-op boost for Dan on walk round Britain
Daniel McNeil was on Arran last weekend on the latest leg of his walk around Britain
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Looking to the future after u3a groups embrace lockdown
As the country begins to ease out of lockdown, many people have continued to benefit from belonging to Arran’s new u3a – University of the Third Age.
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In search of inspiration in young
Commercial insurer NFU Mutual has partnered with industry body Scotland Food and Drink to launch the third annual ‘Inspirational Young Person Award’.
