News
Arran to stay closed till the end of June
Ferry operator CalMac has further extended its essential travel only timetable until at least June 30 and no future bookings will be taken until after this date.
News
Co-op delivers online shopping first
The Big Co-op in Brodick has become the first Co-op store in Scotland to offer online shopping.
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Keep ferry restrictions majority say
Two thirds of Arran residents, who responded to a single online question, think that restrictions on ferry travel to the island should remain after June 14.
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Financial 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.
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Plea 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.
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Lockdown 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’.
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CalMac 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.
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MSP 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 concern many islanders in the days and weeks ahead.’
Sport
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 milestone opening day on Saturday May 29, 2010.
Sport
Kayak trip takes in Arran
A kayaker has included Arran as part of his Scottish Kayak Tour to raise money for charity.
Leisure
A dog day afternoon on Arran
Here is a compilation of images in recognition of all of the pets and animals that are bringing joy to families in these difficult times.
Leisure
Only second Arran record of summer visiting duck
On Sunday 3 May there was a report of a pair of garganey with teal on Sliddery shore. This is only the second ever Arran record of this summer visitor.
Leisure
More lockdown birthdays
We have been asking readers to send us their photographs of their children who had to celebrate their birthdays in lockdown and here are the latest.
Leisure
The 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 memories on Arran – including a close encounter with a German bomber!
