Trizio Coffee House Stewarton celebrates second birthday May 3

A Stewarton coffee shop is preparing to celebrate a major milestone as it marks its second anniversary. Trizio Coffee House on Lainshaw Street is inviting the local community to join in the celebrations on Sunday, May 3. The event will feature a full day of entertainment, including a barbecue running from 1pm until 4pm, followed by pizza into the evening. There will also be an open mic stage, with instruments provided, giving local musicians and performers the chance to take […]

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Ayrshire groups praise Kiltwalk efforts

Groups around Ayrshire have praised each others' efforts for the amount of money raised as a result of last weekends Kiltwalk in Glasgow. The event, where 20,000 strollers embarked on the route from Clydebank or Glasgow Green to Balloch, saw over £4 million raised for thousands for charities in Scotland. With some of the nation biggest charities such as Beatson Cancer Charity and Glasgow Children's Hospital registering over 1,000 walkers, "good-hearted heroes" from the smaller organisations in the region set […]

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Cranberry Moss and Kilwinning Library host free art sessions

Community art sessions in Kilwinning continue to run weekly, offering a welcoming and inclusive space for local residents. The sessions take place at Cranberry Moss on Tuesdays and Kilwinning Library on Fridays. Both groups run from 10am until 12pm and are free to attend. Organisers say the sessions are open to people of all abilities, encouraging creativity while also supporting social connection, confidence and wellbeing.

28/04/2026 8

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran launch Holly Health app

Residents across the region are being offered access to a free health app through NHS Ayrshire and Arran. The Holly Health app provides personalised coaching to support improvements in areas such as sleep, stress, physical activity and diet. More than 12,000 people in Ayrshire and Arran have already signed up. Users are eligible for an initial free six-month subscription, with the opportunity to continue for a further six months after completing the first stage.

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Monkey Moo Kids Boutique Maybole warns of closure

A business owner in Maybole has warned her shop may be forced to close due to ongoing challenges on the high street. Monkey Moo Kids Boutique is currently running a 50 per cent sale on all full-priced items. The move comes as the owner faces continued pressure from low footfall. The situation highlights wider concerns for small independent retailers across Ayrshire, with trading conditions remaining difficult.

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Ayr United U19s face Queen’s Park at Somerset Park

Ayr United’s Under 19s are set to compete in a national cup final at Somerset Park on Monday, May 4, with kick-off at 2pm. The team will take on Queen’s Park in the Club Academy Scotland Under 19 Performance Cup. Coached by Davie White, the side has progressed through several strong opponents to reach the final. The match will be played on home soil, with supporters encouraged to attend and back the young squad in what is expected to be […]

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Kilwinning Library hosts Cranberry Moss community art exhibition

A new art exhibition has opened in Kilwinning Library, showcasing the work of 24 local people who have been developing their creative skills through community groups. The exhibition is located in the community room behind the library’s reception area. The artwork has been created by members of the Tuesday group at Cranberry Moss and the Friday group at Kilwinning Library. Led by Locality Worker Ailsa Conlin, the sessions focus on creativity, confidence and wellbeing, bringing together people from a wide […]

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Jowita Przystał set for Dansarena Studios Ayr workshops

Strictly Come Dancing professional Jowita Przystał is set to visit Ayr later this year to host a series of dance workshops. The sessions will take place at Dansarena Studios and are being organised in partnership with the Troon & Kilmarnock School of Dance. Scheduled for Friday, July 24, the event will include two workshops focused on Latin and Ballroom styles. Sessions will run from 10.30am to 12pm for younger dancers, and from 12.30pm to 2pm for more advanced participants, with […]

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Ally McCoist surprises staff at The Bistro Ayr

Staff at The Bistro in Ayr were given an unexpected surprise when football legend Ally McCoist paid a visit to the popular venue. The former Rangers striker dropped in, delighting both customers and employees. The visit created a buzz in the café, with staff describing their excitement at welcoming such a well-known figure. Moments like this continue to highlight the appeal of local businesses in Ayr and their connection to the wider community.

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