Harbour Ayrshire listed for recovery award

An Ayrshire-based recovery organisation has been recognised as part of the awards scheme, which highlights work within Scotland’s recovery community. Harbour Ayrshire has been shortlisted for a Scottish Recovery Award, becoming a finalist in this year’s Scottish Recovery Awards. The nomination places Harbour among organisations receiving recognition for their contribution to drug and alcohol recovery. The charity’s shortlisting was announced on September 6

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Ayr-based chain crowned social media champions

A popular Ayrshire business says they are "absolutely delighted" after being recognised for their social media presence at a prestigious Scottish awards ceremony. Tempura picked up the prize for "Social Media Champion" at the Scottish Bar & Pub Awards held at Glasgow's DoubleTree by Hilton on Tuesday night. This latest award for the local restaurant and takeaway chain becomes their second of the year after winning the "Best Social Media & Marketing" Award at the Scottish Entertainment and Hospitality Awards […]

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Council ‘committed’ to Station Hotel solution

South Ayrshire Council says it remains “committed” to finding a solution for the former Ayr Station Hotel, which has remained derelict following a devastating fire in 2023. The historic building was partially demolished due to safety concerns, while ongoing legal battles with the owner have prevented further progress. Calls have been made for the council to use compulsory purchase order (CPO) powers to take control of the site, which forms part of Ayr railway station. Ayr MSP Siobhian Brown has […]

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Fundraiser match set for Kilwinning

A FUNDRAISING football match is set to take place in Kilwinning this weekend. Ardeer Thistle Sunday AFC will host the event at Kilwinning Community Sports Club at 3pm on Saturday, with money being raised for ANDYSMANCLUB and TeamJak. Organisers say the match will use football to bring people together, raise awareness of men's mental health and support children and families affected by cancer.

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Ayrshire set for million-pound growth fund

AYRSHIRE is set to receive an £11.8million boost to support economic growth across the region. The UK Government has approved a new Local Growth Fund investment plan, with the cash being distributed through to 2029 and supporting business innovation, community infrastructure, skills development and employment training. The funding will be delivered through the Ayrshire Regional Economic Partnership, with Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander saying it will help create skilled jobs, support start-up businesses and expand apprenticeship opportunities.

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Project to bring Glenbuck back to life

A PROJECT has been launched to bring a former Ayrshire mining village, and birthplace of a former legendary Liverpool manager, back to life. The village of Glenbuck, which was the childhood home of Bill Shankly, is now largely abandoned but The Shankly Glenbuck Village CIC wants to rebuild it as a social history museum. Other plans in the project, launched by Shankly's eldest grandchild, Karen Gill, include recreating the former Monkey Row mining cottages as accommodation. A visitor centre would […]

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Blaze break out at Kilmarnock business park

Firefighters have continued to tackle a blaze which broke out at a business park in Kilmarnock earlier this morning. Emergency services were called to a building at Rowallan Business Park on Southcraig Avenue shortly after 6 am as six fire appliances, two height appliances and specialist resources attended the scene There are no reported injuries. Glasgow Road is closed between Kilmaurs Road and the Southcraigs Drive roundabout, while nearby residents are being advised to keep windows and doors closed due […]

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Festival of Flight coming this weekend to Ayr

Ayr is set to welcome thousands of visitors to the International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight this weekend, and here's what you need to know ahead of the event. The two-day event will take place at the Low Green this Friday and Saturday, with a packed programme of aerial displays and family entertainment and activities planned on the town’s shorefront. One of the biggest attractions at the aviation showpiece will be the returning Red Arrows, who will take to […]

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Kilmarnock town centre plans open for public views

People are being asked for their views on plans to transform Kilmarnock town centre. East Ayrshire Council has launched a six-week consultation on a new town centre masterplan. The proposals aim to revitalise the area and have been developed following engagement with residents, businesses, community groups and other organisations. The plan focuses on six key areas, including improving connectivity, tackling vacant buildings, and increasing town centre living. The consultation opened yesterday and will run for six weeks, with residents encouraged […]

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