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Hospice abseil challenge raises thousands

Ten determined fundraisers have raised thousands of pounds for Ayrshire Hospice after taking on a dramatic abseil challenge. The group descended 100 feet from the top of the iconic Falkirk Wheel as part of a fundraising effort to support the hospice and the care it provides to patients and families across the region. Despite the daunting height, all ten participants completed the challenge successfully. Ayrshire Hospice thanked everyone involved for their support, with the event helping to raise valuable funds […]

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Fit Ayrshire Dads Kiltwalk raises £8k

The Fit Ayrshire Dads have raised just under £8,500 for Whiteleys Retreat after taking part in the Glasgow Kiltwalk. The group, made up of more than 20 local men, completed the challenge for a range of personal reasons but came together to support the children’s cancer respite charity based in Alloway. Whiteleys Retreat provides free breaks and support for families affected by cancer, and the charity has praised the group’s continued commitment and fundraising efforts.

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Irvine bar in World Cup charity mission

An Irvine sports bar is raising money for a local cancer charity through ticket sales for Scotland’s upcoming World Cup group games. Bar 10 will show the matches against Haiti, Morocco and Brazil, charging £5 per ticket with all proceeds going to Irvine and Troon Cancer Care. The venue has secured a licence to screen the games and hopes to sell out around 200 tickets per match, helping to support a cause closely connected to the co-owner’s own experience.

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United appeal for stolen defibrillator

There’s been a strong appeal for the return of life-saving equipment after a defibrillator was stolen from a car parked outside Ayr United’s Somerset Park. The kit was taken from inside a rucksack along with other items, with staff stressing the importance of the device for community use. The defibrillator supports a range of Ayr United Football Academy activities, and staff have urged whoever took it to return it immediately, highlighting its potential to save lives.

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First-time buyers scheme launched

Ayr MSP Siobhian Brown has described a new Scottish Government fund aimed at helping people buy their first home as a “game changer” for the area. The support is expected to benefit first-time buyers across Ayr, Prestwick and Troon as they try to get onto the property ladder. The announcement has been welcomed locally as part of wider efforts to make home ownership more achievable for people across South Ayrshire.

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New Ayr wine lounge plans revealed

Plans have been revealed for a new wine and whisky lounge set to open in Ayr under the name Carrick + Stone. The venue is expected to launch in the coming months as part of the Queens Court development. The Wood Property Group, which operates the site, says the new space will bring a fresh bar concept to the town. A Facebook page has already gone live describing it as a calm, modern lounge where quality comes first and conversation […]

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Fake notes warning issued by police

Police Scotland has issued a warning after counterfeit banknotes were reported in circulation across Ayrshire. Officers say they are aware of forged notes being used in the area and are urging cash handlers to remain vigilant. Businesses, shop workers and members of the public are being encouraged to carefully check notes before accepting them. Police have also highlighted the risks for people selling items through social media platforms, warning that fraudsters may attempt to use counterfeit currency when making purchases. […]

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Kilmarnock programme secures £20m regeneration boost

A major £20 million regeneration strategy for Kilmarnock has been approved by the UK Government, marking a significant milestone for the town. The ten-year programme, led by We Make Kilmarnock, aims to improve public spaces, support local businesses, enhance wellbeing and create stronger community pride. Planned projects include cleaner streets, improved shopfronts, upgraded lighting and landscaping, and improvements to key gateway areas including Foregate. The initiative has been shaped through community consultation and will continue to involve local residents through […]

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Climate project inspires Kilwinning pupils

Young people in Kilwinning are using creativity to raise awareness of climate change through a new project focused on Kilwinning Abbey. The programme, led by YDance in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland, is taking place from June 1 to June 5 as Kilwinning Academy pupils explore how climate change affects the historic site. They will create a film using dance, visual art and text to share their findings. Organisers say the project encourages young people to engage with both their […]

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