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Two Drivers Found Guilty Over Racing Crash That Killed Ayrshire Mum

Two men have been found guilty of causing the death of a North Ayrshire mum after racing at speeds of up to 111mph on the A70 near Ayr. Photo: Police Scotland Rory Nimmo, 26, and John Clark, 43, were today convicted at the High Court in Glasgow of causing death by dangerous driving following the fatal collision on 28 October 2022. Nimmo was driving a heavily modified Audi TT with tyres below the legal tread when he lost control during an early-morning race with Clark, who was in a Ford Focus....

Travel

Hundreds of North Ayrshire roads to move to 20mph limit this month

Business

Independent Travel Agent LAH Travel Takes Home Top Award at Hays Conference

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about 19 hours ago

Renaldos Ices Named Scotland’s Best Gelateria at 2025 Scottish Italian Awards

Renaldos Ices in Ayr has been crowned Scotland’s Best Gelateria at the Scottish Italian Awards 2025. The family-run business took the top spot ahead of six other finalists in the category. Photo: Renaldos/ Facebook (Public) The team shared their excitement in a post on Facebook, stating: “WE WON BEST GELATERIA IN SCOTLAND!!! We are all so happy! We couldnt have done other without all our lovely customers, staff, families and friends! Thank you every one of you! Now we are off to celebrate”...

about 19 hours ago

Six boys reported after fire at disused building in Cumnock

Six boys have been reported to the relevant authorities following a fire at a disused building on Kilnholm Place in Cumnock. Stock image: Police Emergency services were alerted after the incident broke out around 1.15pm on Wednesday 12 November 2025. Officers carried out enquiries in the area as part of their investigation. Police have thanked everyone who assisted with their appeal and provided information to support the inquiry.

about 19 hours ago

Council Secures £481k for Venue Upgrades and Community Projects

South Ayrshire Council has been awarded £481,000 through the Scottish Government’s Place Based Investment Programme. Photo: Troon Concert & Walker Halls (South Ayrshire Council) Funding will support upgrades at Ayr Town Hall and Troon’s Concert and Walker Halls. New audio, visual and production equipment will bring the venues up to modern standards. The Council expects the improvements to help increase footfall in town centres and provide wider benefits to hospitality and local businesses....

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Boeing V22 US Air Force Ospreys Visit Prestwick Airport

Quite a few people were asking what on earth laded at Prestwick just as it was getting dark ? The answer is 2 Boeing V22 Ospreys belonging to the United States Air Force. Aviation Editor Doug Maclean. They are big, powerful and heavy. The Osprey is 57 feet long and powered by 2 Rolls Royce jet engines. It is described by Boeing as a multirole combat aircraft which utilises tilt rotor technology. Image - Eddie Wallace They can fly like a helicopter or a fixed wing aircraft because the rotors...

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