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Voters Head to the Polls in Ayr North By-Election

A by-election is taking place today in Ward 3, Ayr North, where one councillor will be elected to serve the people and communities of South Ayrshire. The ward, which has an electorate of 12,653 and around 2,500 postal voters, is currently represented by Councillors Laura Brennan-Whitefield, Ian Cavana, and Ian Davis. Eight candidates are standing for election: Orhan Bulikj (Independent) Ian Douglas (Scottish National Party) John Duncan (Scottish Labour Party) Mason Graham (Scottish Liberal...

Travel

Ayr Businesses Say Cycle Lane Plans Threaten Livelihoods and Town Access

Events

DAY DANCIN’ – AYR’S FESTIVE DAYTIME DISCOS CONTINUE TO SELL OUT!

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Miller Homes Scotland West expands Ayrshire portfolio with strategic land acquisition in Beith

Miller Homes Scotland West has strengthened its presence in Ayrshire with the acquisition of 6.96 acres of land in Beith, North Ayrshire, formerly owned by the Church of Scotland. The site will be developed into Manse Field, a new residential community featuring 44 energy-efficient semi-detached and detached family homes.   Construction at Manse Field is already underway, with first completions expected by Summer 2026. The West of Scotland - and Ayrshire in particular - continues to...

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Person dies following caravan fire at Kilwinning holiday park

A person has died following a fire at a caravan park in Kilwinning in the early hours of Monday morning. Photo: Verdant Leisure (Public/Google) Emergency services were called to Viewfield Manor Holiday Park around 4.30am after reports of a caravan on fire. The blaze was extinguished by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, but a body was later recovered from the scene. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 4.30am on Monday, October 13, 2025, we were made aware of a caravan on fire at a...

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MSP Sharon Dowey visits A.C.E Supporting Services Ltd in Prestwick

South Scotland MSP Sharon Dowey has visited A.C.E Supporting Services Ltd. in Prestwick, meeting with Director Abbie McGill.   A.C.E Supporting Services Limited, are a family-run care at home and community support service based in South Ayrshire. A.C.E  were founded with a clear purpose, to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where young adults with learning disabilities and additional support needs can thrive.   They provide care at home support, enabling young adults to...

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Holiday Fun Across East Ayrshire This October

East Ayrshire is gearing up for a week of Halloween excitement as a packed programme of family-friendly events runs from Saturday 11 October to Sunday 19 October, offering something for everyone during the school holidays. From spooky storytelling and outdoor adventures to arts, crafts, and interactive theatre, the region’s venues are promising plenty of entertainment for families looking to make the most of the autumn break. At the Burns House Museum & Library, the frightfully fun ‘Trick or...

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Ayrshire Businesses Join Forces on Journey to Net Zero

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Kids Eat for £1 restaurant offer

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Most vulnerable patients offered both flu and COVID vaccines

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Walk-in GP clinics to open across Scotland

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Drive your future forward with Stagecoach in Ayrshire

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Back to business in North Ayrshire after Storm Amy

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Scotland “needs a fresh start with independence” says Ayr MSP

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Community rallies to save Islay Dog Rescue from closure

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Roodlea Barn to Host Special Evening Viewing Event

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Successful Launch for Carolyn O’Hara’s Poetry Collection at Monktonhill

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Thorne Travel Heads to National Grand Final After Ayrshire Win

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Ozzy the Baby Barn Owl Delights Visitors at Rozelle This Afternoon

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