Spring virus vaccination rollout for Ayrshire

Spring virus vaccination rollout for Ayrshire

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is urging people in the region to come forward and get vaccinated this spring, against a disease still deemed as "serious". The health service is running a programme, with a focus on protecting the most vulnerable to COVID-19, including older adults in care homes, aged 75 and over, and those with weakened immune systems. People who are invited for the vaccination have been assured by experts that age or health conditions can see "higher risk" of […]

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Storm Dave to sweep across Ayrshire

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind across Ayrshire this weekend, resulting in potential "danger to life" conditions. The warning has been put in place from 6pm tonight until midday on Sunday which could see gusts reach peak highs of 60 miles per hour. Coastal areas have been pointed out as parts where "injuries and danger to life" could occur as a result of large waves and debris on the seafronts. Incidents such as building damage, rail […]

03/04/2026 167

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Beaches clean up their act from recent data

Data experts have warned of ongoing issues with sewage pollution on Scotland's coastlines, but Ayrshire is showing a "sharp" drop in beach litter. A report by Marine Conservation Trust's showed South Ayrshire beaches to be among the cleanest in 2025 for decreasing litter levels, in what was the region's "best year". The data from Beachwatch Data Explorer, based on surveys carried out by volunteers, recorded an average of 116 items per 100 metres of coastline, which is below the Scottish […]

01/04/2026 45

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World Cup day off dilemma for local councils

An Ayrshire local authority is yet to decide if a World Cup bank holiday is given to staff this summer, while it's neighbours have already made up their minds. East Ayrshire Council are still in discussions if an extra day off is necessary to mark Scotland's first global tournament appearance since 1998. Warnings have come from the authority surrounding costs, which could reach around £250,000, with officers recommending a vote against the additional holiday to calm financial pressures. Scots boss […]

30/03/2026 266

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Bakery named in annual awards shortlist

The Scottish Baker of the Year Awards 2026 shortlist has been revealed, and an Ayrshire bakery are "very pleased" to be in the running. Kilmarnock-based Fergusons Bakery will be among 48 others throughout the nation competing for the top prize at the awards night in May. Wednesday 25 March saw a "rigorous" judging process of each bakeries' items at Dunfermline's Carnegie Conference and Events Centre, with Scottish Bakers labelling contenders as "local heroes". Fergusons, based in Glencairn Industrial Estate, believes […]

27/03/2026 61

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Ayrshire powerchair team made champions

Ayrshire's only powerchair football club have been crowned champions of their division following victory at the weekend. Ayrshire Tigers claimed the Scottish Powerchair Championship on Sunday with a 3-0 win over Strathclyde Dynamo at Dundee's Regional Performance Centre. The final day showdown on Tayside saw the Tigers move above Strathclyde onto top spot of the four-team division, finishing the nine-game season with 22 points. The club hailed the effort of management team of Jake Vullan, Zarah Barlas, and Darren Driffield […]

25/03/2026 33

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Ayrshire hotel claims top award

An Ayrshire hotel has been congratulated for recent triumphs at two awards ceremony, being crowned the "Best Budget-Friendly" hotel at one of them. The Abbotsford Hotel in Ayr struck gold at the "hugely successful" Scottish Golf Tourism and National Hotel of the Year awards, and has been praised by the Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce. The Corsehill Road venue was recognised at the Golf Business awards for it's budget-friendly approach on the 12 March event which, according to the website, placed […]

23/03/2026 424

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Ayrshire clubs share delight at licence grants

Football clubs in Ayrshire have expressed their delighted at being recommended for licencing by the Scottish Football Association. Troon, Beith Juniors, and Largs Thistle, who all play in the West of Scotland Premier Division, shared the news this week for Entry Level licences from the public body. Division One Whitletts Victoria also got confirmation to be granted their licence, and believe it is a moment of "incredible pride" in their journey. The clubs also thanked the hard work to "tick […]

20/03/2026 528

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Groups react to completed harbour purchase

Campaign groups fighting for the future of Ardrossan Harbour have reacted to the news of the Scottish government's official purchase of the site. A deal was struck nearly a fortnight ago between public bodies Peel Ports and Caledonian Maritime Assets LTD for the North Ayrshire port. The site now officially goes into public ownership with CMAL, who already own 27 west coast harbours, taking control on behalf of the government. The cost agreed between the two parties is still unknown […]

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