News
BREAKING NEWS: Bute wind farm plans are turned down
Planning permission for the hugely controversial Ascog Farm wind turbine development on Bute’s east coast has been refused.
Political future still unclear at Argyll and Bute Council
The future political shape of Argyll and Bute Council remains uncertain ahead of a meeting of all 36 members of the authority later this week.
Head to Mount Stuart for eatBute 2013
A fun- filled weekend of family entertainment is in store at Mount Stuart this holiday weekend at the 2013 eatBute festival.
Taking steps towards a quieter life on Bute
Police on Bute were called to deal with a complaint of loud noise from a Rothesay flat - just in time for the start of the annual Noise Action Week.
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.
Sport
Shinty: Bute coach full of praise for players’ efforts
The coach of Bute Shinty Club’s second string has spoken of his pride in the team after watching their Bullough Cup bid falter on Saturday.
Bute Pony and Riding Club’s gymkhana results
The results of Bute Pony and Riding Club’s second points gymkhana of the season, on May 19, were as follows.
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.
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
Thursday 23 May 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 4 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 22 mph
Wind direction: North
Tomorrow
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Temperature: 5 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: North east
