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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 20h

He was to stretch a point in their favour, but it was not to be taken as a general rule because if there were more cases of this kind from Cullen the penalties would be much higher. He imposed a fine of £5 on each, which was paid. #OnThisDay

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 20h

The Sheriff said he quite realised the tremendous difficulties under which they were working and the difficulty of making a living at all, but it was his duty to see the law was obeyed. The penalty which could be imposed for an offence like this was £100.

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 20h

There was no doubt the men were at fault in coming within the line, but it was a case of sheer desperation. They had been fishing outwith the limit, but had got more or less nothing.

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 20h

10 October 1935: SEINE-NET FISHING WITHIN LIMIT OFF PORTKNOCKIE Two Cullen fishermen, Geo. Gardiner, Victoria Street , skipper, Procure,and Joseph Mowat, Seatown, skipper of the motor boat Quest, were each fined £5 for seine-net fishing in the Moray Firth within the three-mile limit off Portknockie.

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 22h

There are some newly available spaces in the Cullen class

Please get in touch via the details on the poster to book.

All levels welcome!

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 22h

Oh no, sorry to hear that. The sun always shines on Cullen 😉

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning from Cullen 👋

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 1d

9 October 1899: TOWN COUNCIL Mr Seivwright moved that the Streets and Roads Committee be instructed to make enquiry regarding the practicality of planting trees along the road from Seafield Place to the cemetery, also from the Public School to the Toll Bar. This was seconded by Mr Kier, & agreed to.

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 2d

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the incredible Cullen Tapestry on display Friday, 10 October, 3–7pm at the Seafield Arms Hotel, Cullen.

Born out of lockdown in 2020, this masterpiece celebrates everything we love about our corner of the world and beyond.

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 2d

The storm worsened during the night and fears were expressed that one or more of the men had been drowned in the darkness, but the fears were set aside today when the men arrived safely from Kessingland, where they had been landed by the foreigner. #OnThisDay

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 2d

The Expedient had been run into the day before by the barque Magnus Lagaboter, of Christiania, and all the crew except a boy, Adam Adamson, jumped onto the barque. Another Cullen boat, the Radiance, came to his help - however neither boat was able to return to shore.

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 2d

8 October 1904: CULLEN FISHING BOAT DISASTER Much consternation was caused at Lowestoft yesterday when the Cullen fishing boat Expedient was to be towed in by a tug with both masts twisted.

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 2d

Date for the diary - Wednesday 5th November

Come along and enjoy homemade pancakes and coffee!

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 3d

The vendors attending are:-

Husk Silver
Curtiss & Clementine
Bits from the Shed
Cut from the Land
The James Waples Collection
Love to Paint
Blathannah-k
Braidbog Cakes
Silverwave Designs
Billington Bees
Dreams in Driftwood
Lily & Co Goats Milk Soap
Mill Candle Company
Dodo Designs
Rovini Rose

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 3d

Christmas Craft Fair at Deskford Hall on Saturday 8 November, from 10am - 2pm.

This event will take place across both halls. There will be bacon rolls, tea, and coffee, and also a raffle. 😁🎄

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 3d

7 October 1901: CULLEN Today is observed as the autumn holiday. Notwithstanding the stormy weather, a good number took advantage for travel offered by the Railway Company. About sixty left by the special train for Aberdeen, which was run from Findochty eastwards. #OnThisDay

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 4d

An atmospheric end to the day in Cullen

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 4d

6 October 1916: COLLECTION The weekly collection on behalf of the Cullen Work Party and War Dressings Depot was taken by members of the Red Cross Society. Owing to the inclement weather the collection was not quite up to the usual amount. #OnThisDay

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 4d

Fantastic to see this article about Cullen Skink featuring Lily's Kitchen Cafe.

Find out more about Cullen Skink and the Cullen Skink World Championships:
discovercullen.com/cullen-skink/

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 5d

Order your copy in time for the October School Holidays

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 5d

Christmas Gift Ideas!

Make it merry, make it memorable!

Fun family and individual portraits — perfect for cards, gifts, or just a good giggle together!

Follow Cullen Camera Collective Public on Facebook at www.facebook.com/share/1AEW1u1zPq/

Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 5d

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 5d

Sunday by the Sea

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Discover Cullen @discovercullen.bsky.social · 5d

5 October 1907: REGISTRATION RETURNS For the quarter ending 30th ult. There were registered in Cullen district 10 births (6 males, 4 females), 6 deaths (3 males, 3 females) and two marriages. Of those who died, three were 84, 85 and 87 years respectively. #OnThisDay