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Gas network company SGN is investing £2m to upgrade the gas network in Ayr to ensure local homes and businesses continue to receive a safe and reliable gas supply.   The project involves replacing old metal mains, reaching the end of their useful lives, with new plastic pipe which has a lifespan of around 80 years. This will help ensure local homes and businesses continue to receive a safe and reliable gas supply long into the future.   Following close consultation with South Ayrshire Council...

Significant progress has been made in the ongoing operation to demolish the fire‑damaged Forum Centre in Irvine. Contractors working on behalf of North Ayrshire Council have been carefully dismantling the building following the major fire in early February. Recent high winds have slowed the process however, work will continue over the coming weeks to make the structure safe and secure the surrounding area. A North Ayrshire Council spokesperson said: “This is a complex and delicate operation...

Ayr customers can support families facing financial difficulties during the Easter school holidays by picking up an extra bag to put through the checkout at Tesco stores.   The donation bags, which cost between £2 and £5, are pre-packed with healthy long life food items. They will be available in every large Tesco store in and around Ayr during the Easter break (30 March to 12 April) to make donating the most-needed items to the charitiesFareShare & The Felix Project and Trussell easier than...

An Ayrshire runner has been praised after raising vital funds for disadvantaged children by completing a major half marathon event. Lucy-Ann Bryson took part in the inaugural Paisley Half Marathon on Sunday, crossing the finish line in an impressive time of 2 hours and 17 minutes. Based in Ayrshire, Lucy-Ann used the challenge to support Cash for Kids West Scotland, surpassing her original fundraising target through her efforts. The money raised will go directly towards helping children...