Theesel and Talbot face off in crucial final

Theesel and Talbot face off in crucial final

Auchinleck Talbot and Largs Thistle will face each other yet again to contest for the newly named Scottish Communities Cup this weekend. Premier Division champions Talbot will look to build on their recent success with Stuart Davidson's Theesel hoping to end their season on good note following promotion to the Lowland League West. This latest cup final meeting will be the clubs' third in seven years, with the Bot emerging victorious on both occasions clinching the Junior Cup in 2019 […]

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Ayrshire Chinese community marks anniversary

North Ayrshire’s Chinese community has marked a major milestone with celebrations for their second anniversary in Irvine. Ayrshire's Lok Oi Association's event took place at the Volunteer Rooms on May 18, and was attended by North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson alongside representatives from the Chinese Consulate in Edinburgh. Guests enjoyed traditional food, music, dance and karaoke as part of the celebrations. The Association was formed following the merger of two local Chinese community groups and is supported by North Ayrshire […]

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Youth unemployment concerns raised

A major UK review into youth unemployment is raising concern about what it could mean for young people here in Ayrshire. Former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn warns the number of 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training could rise sharply unless urgent action is taken, with entry-level jobs and apprenticeships becoming harder to access. While the report looks at national trends, it highlights challenges that are also felt locally across Ayrshire, where schools, colleges and employers are […]

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Fire service issues wildfire warning

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a wildfire warning covering south west Scotland as warm and dry weather conditions continue. The alert comes into force from today, May 28, with firefighters warning that one spark could quickly spread and lead to serious damage affecting homes, countryside areas and wildlife habitats across the region. SFRS is urging the public to avoid lighting outdoor fires during the warning period and to stay alert while visiting parks, beaches and rural areas. […]

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Robbie Dickie Fund relaunched in Irvine

A grant scheme supporting young people living with multiple sclerosis is being relaunched in memory of Ayr teenager Robbie Dickie. The Robbie Dickie Fund supports people under the age of 30 across Ayrshire and Arran with opportunities linked to learning, wellbeing and personal development. More than £30,000 has already been raised through community fundraising efforts connected to the project. A special MS Society Scotland event will take place in Irvine on Monday, June 1, bringing together individuals recently diagnosed with […]

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New Ayr exhibition set to open

A new contemporary art exhibition is set to open in Ayr this weekend, showcasing work from some of the region’s leading artists. West Coast Canvas will launch at the Cutty Sark Centre on Ayr High Street with a special preview evening taking place on Friday, May 29 at 6pm. The exhibition then opens to the public from Saturday and will continue through until June 29. Alongside the artwork on display, visitors will also be able to take part in a […]

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College screening sparks mental health discussions

Ayrshire College hosted a special screening of a Scottish film in taking "meaningful action" to spread the word about student wellbeing and suicide prevention. More than 60 partners from education, health and community sectors attended the event at the College’s Kilmarnock Campus on Thursday, May 14 which showed the film The Low Road. The screening was designed to spark discussion around trauma, grief, recovery and the importance of creating supportive environments for young people across Ayrshire. Attendees took part in […]

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Prestwick’s Gibson eyes 2026 Olympics

Prestwick skating star Lewis Gibson continues to build on a landmark few years in British sport alongside dance partner Lilah Fear. The pair made history at last year’s World Championships in Boston after winning bronze in the ice dance competition. It marked the first time since 1984 that British skaters had reached a world championship podium in any discipline. Since 2016, Gibson and Fear have become seven-time British national champions as well as multiple Grand Prix and Challenger Series medallists. […]

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Expeditions ships spotted at Troon

Two modern expedition cruise ships have been attracting attention in Troon after arriving on the Ayrshire coast this week. The vessels, operated by Aurora Expeditions, are designed for voyages to remote parts of the world including Antarctica and the Arctic. The Douglas Mawson, built in 2025, features a specialist X-bow design intended to handle heavy swells during polar expeditions. The ship can carry just over 150 passengers, while sister vessel Sylvia Earle, launched in 2022, has capacity for around 130 […]

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