For the second time in a year, thieves have made off with plants from the planter at the village notice board.  It really is a sad reflection on our society that whilst many in the community are willing to give their time (and money) in improving the village, other individuals wish to destroy this good work.

This little piggy went to Ardentinny and was only too happy to pose for our photographer during the Open Garden weekend.

Minnie oversees her owner’s Ardentinny garden today during the Shore Villages Open Gardens event which was part of the Scotland’s Garden Scheme. 

You still have time to visit these beautiful gardens between 1pm and 5pm on Sunday 27 June. Details in our What’s On column.  

Photo report to follow on Sunday.

Waverley races down Loch Long after her first evening cruise of the season.

Summer Solstice marks the point of the year when the earth is tilted at its closest point to the sun. A feast time also for the local midges, as our intrepid photographer will testify to!