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First I’d like to apologise for the absence of an August issue and explain that the reason for this is a rather last minute change in Editorship. We bid farewell to Kevin Byrne who has worked in recent times as ‘acting editor’ to keep our friends, home and away, up-to-date with the goings-on here on Colonsay. We hope that this may be a step towards him and Christa having time for some well-deserved relaxation.
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On Sunday 19th July the Community Garden Group once more held their “Big Tea”. All were invited to the garden which was kept very busy all afternoon as visitors and islanders alike enjoyed the rare summer sunshine. Pauline and Laura added to the fun, painting faces. There were just enough delicious donated cakes to accompany the tea and coffee, with lots of people coming back for seconds. Willie held an alternative “Orange Shy” as the coconuts didn’t make ...
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Hannah and Donald MacAllister are pleased to announce that Colonsay’s newest resident arrived safely on the 7th of June – Dougal John MacAllister – three weeks early weighing 5 pounds 11 ounces. Mum, Dad and baby are doing very well back home in Kilchattan.
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This month things have really kicked into gear out on the barge. Cages arrived and were installed with help from the Coastal Hunter and Emma C boats. The four local employees have been training both locally and further afield, with three recently gaining their Powerboat Level 2 certificate. The Harvest Carolina has delivered the feed and the fish are expected to arrive Sunday 6th Sep.
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Friday evening on Machrins, tent up, pitch immaculate, open-air toilets with the best view in Scotland and new high tech electric shower (car battery, IBC and pallet enclosure)- in fact everything ready for the fourth Colonsay Rugby Festival. Boat comes in, teams ferried to the site, lovely evening and great party, fuelled by the Colonsay Brewery.
Saturday morning another lovely day, the five teams appear gradually out of their tents or b&bs for Gavin’s bacon rolls. Oban arrive ...
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On the 15th July there was a fundraising book sale in the village hall, raising money for the RNLI. Between the sales of books, teas & coffees, RNLI merchandise and a ceilidh (run by our voluntary fire fighters), over £800 was raised and donated to the valuable lifeboat service.
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A successful car boot sale was held in July in the hall car park. At least 15 local sellers were in attendance with a table of donated items, with proceeds going towards the hall. The primary school had a table of crafts made by the children and with a least 100 people visiting the sale, enjoying donated home baking, £455 was raised.
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On the 1st August there was a great celebration of many decades spanned; Mo Middleton, Rupert Middleton and Lady Strathcona celebrated birthdays of 30, 60 and 90 respectively. Around 130 guests were invited to the hotel for food and drink and to toast the aforementioned. There were many proud speeches from family and friends and all in attendance enjoyed a wonderfully warm afternoon.
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Corncrake readers will likely be aware that the Byrne family own the Best Western hotel in Crianlarich and offer a year-round discounted islander rates (see below).
We are pleased to inform your readers that we have recently acquired The Inveraray Inn (formerly the Argyll Hotel) where the same offer applies effective immediately.
Readers can be assured of a warm welcome if they mention their Colonsay connection. We hope that your readers will find these facilities ...
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Sports Day buzz got off to a great start with a ‘4th of July’ fundraising ceilidh, celebrating all things American. Gavin and the Pantry team served classic Stateside fare which fuelled a long night of enthusiastic dancing. An unusual and well-attended start to the ceilidh season which raised almost £300 to go towards the community sports.
The day itself arrived on the 8st August, the wind just holding off and by 11am there were already more than enough ...
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The Colonsay Open took place on Saturday 15 August in excellent sunny conditions.
After assembling in the Pantry for pre golf coffee, bacon rolls, allocation of handicaps and explanation of the days rules a motley group of golfers made their way to the first tee.
Groups of three teed off as the sun shone and after nine holes they were ecstatic to find refreshments in the form of burgers, a dram, soft drink and chocs ably ...
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In October there will be an exciting opportunity to learn more about Gaelic, the Colonsay dialect of the language, Gaelic culture and song on Colonsay. Run by Colonsay Community Development Company and funded by Bòrd na Gàidhlig, the weekend will feature local tutors and musicians and will offer varied ‘taster’ sessions and relaxed conversational classes at a beginner level. Those with a prior knowledge of Gaelic may enjoy attending just the taster sessions and the music sessions in ...
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There has been a number of concerts this summer held in the village hall in the run-up to the music festival featuring some familiar faces and some new. From a man in a milk van to Scots song accompanied by ukulele, we have been treated to a varied and high quality programme of music. Some highlights have included the revisiting of our well ken’t friends Marc Duff & Iain Thompson, and a particularly well attended local’s concert; featuring ...
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Argyll and Bute Council – Comhairle Earra Ghàidheal agus Bhòid – Willowview Community Care Team – OBAN PA34 4SB
A VACANCY HAS ARISEN ON COLONSAY FOR A PERMANENT POST FOR A
HOME CARER
Minimum of 6hrs per week.
Providing personal care to clients
in their own homes.
We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our team of carers to provide personal ...
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