It's time to get up close and personal with snakes. Celebrate World Snake Day at Irvine Nature Center in Baltimore County.

To put it simply, yes, they are venomous. But are they extremely dangerous? Not quite. Water moccasins are compelling creatures that stand their ground when threatened, unlike many other snake ...

A well-known soap actor has been accused of a series of sexual and violent offences involving four women.

Police Scotland to seek Government help with ‘considerable’ costs of Trump visit The US President is expected to make a visit to Scotland this month.

Discover the snake-infested volcanic island known as “the biggest rattlesnake nest in the world”. This post was updated on July 9, 2025 to include information on the RattleCam.

A major refurbishment for the popular LORI store, royal visits to Argyll, a meteor explosion over Ben Cruachan, and calls for upgrades on the A82, all that and more in this week’s Oban Times.

Balamory actor Julie Wilson Nimmo has confirmed she’ll reprise her role as Miss Hoolie in the CBeebies programme’s forthcoming reboot.

A flight was delayed for two hours after a snake was discovered inside the cargo hold, sparking panic and nearly forcing an evacuation.

Balamory actor Julie Wilson Nimmo has confirmed she’ll reprise her role as Miss Hoolie in the CBeebies programme’s forthcoming reboot. The 53-year-old actor played the kooky nursery teacher on ...

Balamory actor Julie Wilson Nimmo has confirmed she’ll reprise her role as Miss Hoolie in the CBeebies programme’s forthcoming reboot. The 53-year-old actor played the kooky nursery teacher on the ...