News
Inspectors publish report on Rothesay Joint Campus
A report by Scotland’s education inspectors on the quality of education at Rothesay Joint Campus was published on Tuesday.
Local man’s marathon effort for Victoria Hospital
Local man Kris Western will be putting on his running shoes this Sunday for the Edinburgh Marathon – and he’ll be running in aid of Rothesay’s Victoria Hospital.
Courts boss to be grilled on closure plans
The chief executive of the Scottish Courts Service is to be quizzed by MSPs on Tuesday as part of an inquiry into hugely controversial plans to slash the size of the country’s courts estate.
Rothesay barman was victim of racial abuse, court told
A Rothesay man directed racially-aggravated abuse towards a local publican after being told to leave the premises – from which he had been banned for three years.
1 commentWarning after algal toxins found in loch near Bute
Shellfish harvesting in a loch near Bute has been suspended after raised levels of algal toxins were found in the water.
Story-tellers to descend on Bute
An evening with some of Scotland’s very best story-tellers is due to take place on the island this weekend.
Sport
Ian sweeps Hector Scott Quaich at Port Golf Club
Ian McFarlane won the Hector Scott Quaich over the weekend at Port Golf Club, with an aggregate net score of 130 which included an impressive net 62 on the Sunday.
Captains take on vice-captains at Rothesay Golf Club
The golf last week was a challenge match involving a captain`s team and a vice-captain’s team for the ladies of Rothesay Golf Club.
Bute’s Jim is Dundee’s player of the year
Bute-born midfielder Jim McAlister has been named Dundee FC’s player of the year.
Sun shines on Rothesay golfers
The only medal round played this weekend was the visitors’ medal played on Friday, and with the weather at last showing some improvment, the scoring on the course did also.
Golf: Tie at the top in battle for Bute Golf Club championship
Arthur Hunter and former club champion Donald Standaloft lead the way after the first qualifying round of Bute Golf Club’s title tournament at the weekend.
Bute Pool League’s annual prize-giving
The 2013 prize-giving for the Isle of Bute Pool League was held in Mac’s Bar on Friday evening.
Lifestyle
Property - do-it-yourself
If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.
Done roman? get the villa look
An airy, elegant home with decorative tiles and nature-inspired murals, where the outdoors blends seamlessly with the indoors, would be an enviable property by today’s standards.
Rothesay project aims for postcard world record
Rothesay could be set for a place in the record books, and you can help it get there - just by sending a postcard!
Property - Do-it-yourself tips
One of the best ways to make your home more suited to your needs, especially if you have a growing family or want to work from home, is to add a bedroom.
Relic-filled homes to relish
There’s an almost tangible feeling of calm and comfort as you enter Alex Legendre’s house with its muted palette of earthy colours, lath and plaster walls, wide reclaimed floorboards and collection of quirky treasures.
Games boss to be Bute’s chieftain
The chief executive of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games has been named as the chieftain of this year’s Bute Highland Games.
Community
Long-service medal for Bute fire-fighter
Friends, family and colleagues gathered on Saturday night at Rothesay Bowling Club for the presentation of the Long Service and Good Conduct medal to retained fire-fighter Jim Gilchrist.
Bute Community Council told of local care concerns
Concerns over the provision of local authority care on Bute for some of the island’s most vulnerable residents were raised at Bute Community Council this week.
Signs to enforce parking ban in narrow Rothesay street
Signs are to be put up enforcing a ban on parking at a reversing point in a narrow Rothesay street.
Rothesay project aims for postcard world record
Rothesay could be set for a place in the record books, and you can help it get there - just by sending a postcard!
Council recommends that plans for Ascog turbines are refused
Planners at Argyll and Bute Council have recommended that the council rejects the application for three wind turbines to be erected at Ascog Farm.
Community: Jessmay scoops Port Bannatyne WRI trophies
Jessmay Morton, a past president of Port Bannatyne SWRI, put her free time to good use by scooping all the main awards at the organisation’s annual prize presentation this week.
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Weather for Rothesay
Wednesday 22 May 2013
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Temperature: 4 C to 13 C
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