Runners praised for Sunday Killie run

Runners praised for Sunday Killie run

Participants in an annual Ayrshire run have been praised for their "incredible effort" in the event, which celebrated its tenth anniversary this year. Roon The Toon in Kilmarnock ran on Sunday 7 June, starting from the town's Athletics Arena with its 10km route stretching to Gargieston and the town centre. Supporters of families and individuals taking on the run lined the streets of the East Ayrshire town, spurring them on to the finish line of the "well organised" event. Social […]

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Ayrshire pubs earn top reviews

TripAdvisor reviews have highlighted five pubs that continue to attract strong praise from customers across Ayrshire. Among the venues featured were Harbour Lights and The Carrick in Irvine, Drouthy Neebors in Largs, The Red Squirrel in Stevenston and The Newton Bar in Millport. Reviewers praised the venues for their welcoming atmosphere, quality food and friendly service. The list was compiled from customer feedback and reflects some of the region’s most popular destinations for meals, drinks and social gatherings as the […]

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NHS ambulance delays hit 16 Years

New figures have revealed that ambulances serving NHS Ayrshire & Arran spent a combined 144,873 hours waiting to unload patients at hospitals between 2022 and 2025. The data, released following a freedom of information request, equates to around 16-and-a-half years of ambulance turnaround time. Ayrshire and Arran recorded the fifth-highest total among Scotland’s health boards. The Scottish Ambulance Service said pressures remain significant due to hospital handover delays. NHS Ayrshire & Arran said it continues to work closely with ambulance […]

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Ayr Hospital hosts regional awards

More than 125 people gathered at University Hospital Ayr to celebrate this year’s Ayrshire Achieves awards, recognising outstanding contributions across health and social care. The event brought together staff from NHS Ayrshire & Arran and the region’s health and social care partnerships, with finalists recognised across a range of categories. Winners were selected through public and staff voting. Among those honoured were the Spiritual, Staff and Person-Centred Care Team, Rachael Picken from North Ayrshire, the Vibrant Voices Singing Group and […]

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Ayr Tartan Army eyes World Cup trip

Members of the Ayr Tartan Army are eyeing another memorable football adventure as prepare to follow Scotland at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. The supporters previously travelled to Germany for Euro 2024, where they joined thousands of Scotland fans for the national team’s return to a major tournament. Now attention is turning to the World Cup, with Ayr-based supporters looking forward to travelling across the Atlantic to back Steve Clarke’s side on football’s biggest stage.

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Ayr bar raises £1,000 for charity

More than £1,000 has been raised for charity after a successful live music fundraiser at Wellingtons Bar in Ayr. The popular venue hosted a full day of live performances, attracting customers and supporters throughout the event. Organisers confirmed a total of £1,034.37 was raised for the chosen charity. Staff at Wellingtons thanked everyone who attended, donated and supported the fundraiser, helping to generate a significant amount for a worthy cause while showcasing local talent.

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Young Ayrshire musician praised for national recognition

A young Ayrshire musician has been praised for receiving acclaim following a national event, and is believed to be a "significant milestone" for his high school. Jake Kenny, who attends Garnock Community Campus , was named runner-up at the prestigious Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer Final held at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on May 24. The competition saw contestants from all 32 local authorities in the nation playing for the top prize, with Kenny performing "outstanding" renditions of Muse's […]

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North Ayrshire schools to get longer October break

School holidays across North Ayrshire are set for a significant change from the 2027/28 academic year following a consultation involving parents, pupils and staff. North Ayrshire Council plans to introduce a single holiday calendar covering mainland schools, Cumbrae and Arran. Under the proposals, the October break would increase from one week to two weeks, while the summer holiday would be reduced from seven weeks to six. More than 6,800 responses were received during the consultation, with strong support for aligning […]

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South Ayrshire funding boost secured

South Ayrshire Council has secured £163,101 from the Scottish Government’s Coastal Communities Fund for 2025/26, with ministers also confirming long-term funding support through to 2032/33. The funding will continue to support projects in coastal towns and villages. Previous allocations have helped organisations including Ayr Yacht Club, community grant programmes, tourism initiatives and environmental projects. Council officers say the longer-term commitment will aid planning for future investments, with projects such as Summer fAYRe, community grants, outdoor activities and the Dolphin House […]

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