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A young Ayrshire golfer has returned to where it all began after securing a role at one of the region’s top venues. Liam Kirkham, 24, from Catrine, has joined the PGA coaching team at The Gailes Hotel & Spa in Irvine. Liam first picked up a golf club at The Gailes driving range when he was just three years old and later took part in the venue’s Juniors Do Golf programme. After more than 20 years in the sport, including […]
Ayrshire’s hotel scene is celebrating after major recognition at a national level. The Riverside Lodge Hotel in Irvine is among those shortlisted at the Prestige Hotel Awards Scotland. Winners will be revealed at a gala event in Glasgow on May 14.
A talented young musician from Ayr is heading to national TV this weekend. Findlay Williamson will appear on Channel 4’s Your Song this Sunday, April 19. The show, filmed at Hackney Empire, could be a big breakthrough moment for the 23-year-old.
A South Ayrshire author is celebrating after landing a major award nomination. Julie Shackman’s novel A Scottish Lighthouse Escape is shortlisted for the Romantic Novel of the Year Awards 2026. The winners will be announced at a ceremony in London on May 18.
A Scottish business with Ayrshire links is celebrating national success in the transport sector. Mobi Tyre & Autocare Scotland has picked up two titles at the UK Transport Awards 2026. It includes Best Mobile Tyre Fitting Service and a roadside response excellence award.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is asking patients to keep an eye on their phones for an important message. Texts will start landing from Monday, April 20 for anyone waiting more than 26 weeks for treatment. You’ll be asked to confirm if you still need your appointment - so don’t ignore it.
Local authorities in Ayrshire have shared their concerns over recent numbers of potholes reported in the past few years. Statistics from Confused.com revealed that East and South Ayrshire has seen over 13,000 of the road obstructions reported in a four-year period. East Ayrshire saw a total of 7,400 between 2022 and 2025, with South Ayrshire recording 6,160 in the same period as other UK Councils have been seen to pay out over £11 million for vehicle damage. Drivers are said […]
And good news for local transport - Stagecoach South Scotland has been shortlisted for two honours at the Scottish Transport Awards.
Police say a man’s been arrested and charged after a crash in the Doon Valley last week - enquiries are ongoing around the incident.
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