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Killie takeaway celebrates 10 years

A family-run Chinese takeaway in Kilmarnock is celebrating 10 years in business. New Fun Heng, based on Wellington Street, first opened as a restaurant before changing to a takeaway following family retirements. Owners say they've overcome significant challenges over the past decade, including difficult trading during the pandemic when customer numbers dropped dramatically. The takeaway thanked customers for their continued support and says it remains focused on improving its food and service after receiving a Highly Recommended award in the […]

02/07/2026 38

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Arran pub welcomes technology boost

A pub on the Isle of Arran has secured a major technology upgrade after being selected as a winner in Samsung’s Raise The Bar campaign. The Pierhead Tavern has taken on the initiative, fronted by former England footballer Joe Cole, which celebrates the role pubs play in bringing communities together during the football season. After receiving hundreds of nominations from across the UK, The Tavern was chosen to receive a technology package worth thousands of pounds. The upgrade is designed […]

02/07/2026 44

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Council press on with pavement parking ban

East Ayrshire Council is moving ahead with the next phase of its pavement parking ban following further assessments across the region. Since enforcement began in June 2025, the council has completed 89 additional street assessments after requests from residents, businesses and elected members. A review identified 28 more streets to have been exempt from the pavement parking restrictions, while some locations will also receive new waiting restrictions to help traffic move safely. Detailed survey work will now begin before a […]

02/07/2026 36

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Ayrshire communities funded ahead of summer games

Three Ayrshire community organisations have secured a combined £28,520 through the National Lottery Awards for All Scotland programme to support activities linked to the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Lochlan’s Legacy in Cumnock received £10,000 to deliver four sporting and social events for young people living with Type 1 diabetes. Darvel Area Regeneration Team (DART) was awarded £8,520 to organise a free cycling and walking festival, while Kilwinning Community Football Academy also received £10,000 for a free community programme. The funding is […]

01/07/2026 29

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Hospice in fundraising book launch

Ayrshire Hospice has announced the launch of its very first book, A Bear Called AH!, with all proceeds set to support its work across Ayrshire and Arran. The book has been written by Lorraine Johnston and features illustrations donated by 12 artists who came together as “Team Bear”. The story follows a young boy called Alex, who discovers a bear with his initials before learning the stories behind many other treasured bears and the people who own them. The hospice […]

01/07/2026 32

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Three towns girl graduates in Gaelic

A twelve-year-old from Ardeer has become the first child in North Ayrshire to graduate in Gaelic after completing her studies at the Gaelic school based in Kilwinning. Mira McLean began learning Gaelic as a young child through local toddler groups before joining the newly established Gaelic Whitehirst Park school when it opened in 2020. Her younger brother Ace also attends the school, and the family have embraced learning the language together despite having no previous Gaelic background. After the summer […]

01/07/2026 30

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Former Ayr bingo hall in risk register

Ayr’s former Boswell Park Bingo Hall has been added to Scotland’s Buildings at Risk register, with heritage campaigners calling for the landmark building to be protected. The Art Deco building, also known as Green’s Playhouse, originally opened in 1931 and was once the second-largest cinema in Scotland before later becoming a popular bingo hall. The venue closed in February 2023 and was recently offered for sale. SAVE Britain’s Heritage says the building is one of 42 Scottish sites added to […]

01/07/2026 57

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Lochgreen takeover complete by Costley

Lochgreen House Hotel in Troon has officially become part of the Cumnock-based RAD Hotel Group following the completion of a takeover agreement with Bill Costley. The acquisition gives the family-run business a portfolio of 10 hotels across Scotland and marks its first five-star property. RAD says it plans to preserve the hotel's historic character while continuing to develop its reputation as one of Scotland’s leading hospitality and wedding destinations. The company has confirmed the hotel will continue operating as normal […]

01/07/2026 55

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Centrestage celebrates 20 years

CentreStage is celebrating a major milestone after marking 20 years since first opening its doors in Kilmarnock. The arts establishment has worked with thousands of people, using music and the arts to help build friendships and create a welcoming community for people of all ages and backgrounds over the past two decades. Marking the anniversary, a spokesperson said the organisation was founded on the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to discover their potential through participation in the arts. […]

30/06/2026 40

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