Archive for May, 2009

Recently a close friend’s chimney caught fire, and, unable to deal with it herself, she called 999. Within minutes a fire fighter was at her home, closely followed by more members of the team. Quickly assessing the situation, they pumped water up the chimney extinguishing the flames. They followed this procedure with a check on… »

On Saturday morning there must have been a groan of apprehension as for the first time it looked like a wet and windy day for the 10k Fun Run. However, there was a spirit of determination in the air, the rain was not going to dampen enthusiasm or spoil the day. Indeed not, the Tiree… »

Waste Aware Scotland offers the following tips to ensure householders get the most from their composting: Positioning the compost bin. Ideally place the bin on soil or grass in a partially shaded area of the garden that can be accessed easily all year round. Getting the right mix. Aim to get a 50/50 mix of… »

An Tirisdeach was invited aboard this fine cruise ship by the National Trust for Scotland Cruise Director Elaine Bruges to have a look around. Security was tight, and a driving license had to be handed over to verify identity, and was retained until leaving the ship. Interestingly, there was a bacterial hand washing spray unit… »

With daily newspaper reports of this new flu virus, An Tirisdeach wondered just how prepared our own medical service was if a much feared flu pandemic was to occur here on Tiree. What is a pandemic? A pandemic occurs when a new flu virus which people have no immunity to occurs and spreads as easily… »

The simple fact is Argyll & Bute have the worst roads in Scotland, and Oban Lorn and the Isles the worst roads in Argyll.. “Councillor, when are you going to do something about our roads” This is one of the questions I’m asked with alarming frequency. My colleagues and I dread those words. Although, my… »

The Spirit Of Adventure Cruises Into Tiree on 26th May 2009 The National Trust of Scotland has chartered the cruise liner The Spirit of Adventure for three weeks as part of Scotland’s Homecoming Year. The three week trip will cruise round the West Coast of Scotland before heading off to Iceland. The three hundred passengers… »

YOUNG PEOPLE URGED TO STEP FORWARD FOR SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT Attention 14-25yr olds Young people in Argyll & Bute are being urged to put their names forward for election to the Scottish Youth Parliament. The two youngsters who are standing down said “It’s a great opportunity to find new ways of making things better for… »

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H. M.S. Sturdy The Final installment Once all of the 105 crew were accounted for, the captain’s priority was to remove all the secret papers from the vessel. Most of the crew, including the injured, were taken to Oban that evening on HMS Rhododendron, leaving a salvage party of 22 on the island. The wreck… »