East Ayrshire school funding reshuffled

Millions of pounds earmarked for school improvement projects across East Ayrshire are being redirected to focus on the council’s priorities over the next five years. Funding for Onthank and Mount Carmel primaries and Loudoun Academy is being reduced, while extra money is being allocated to Lainshaw and Ochiltree primaries and the extension of Stewarton Academy. East Ayrshire Council says the overall investment pot remains unchanged at £57.725 million pounds, with funding being moved towards projects requiring additional investment.

08/09/2026 16

2

News

Ayrshire shares their views on Festival of Flight

The Ayrshire public have been sharing their views on this year's International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight, with organisers describing the weekend as an "incredible" success. The aviation showpiece at Ayr's Low Green hosted family entertainment and activities across Friday 4 September and Saturday 5 September, as spectators watched aerial displays sweep along the Ayrshire coastline. Aircraft from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, RAF Falcons and headliners the Red Arrows took to the skies, with one social media […]

07/09/2026 194 2

News

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

07/09/2026 15

News

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 […]

04/09/2026 40

News

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 […]

03/09/2026 18

News

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.

03/09/2026 11

News

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.

03/09/2026 20

News

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 […]

03/09/2026 21

News

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 […]

03/09/2026 30