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Childrens ward at University Hospital Crosshouse receives egg‑cellent Easter donation
The Children’s Ward at University Hospital Crosshouse has been given an Easter boost thanks to a generous donation led by local man, Michael Kirkum, from Kilwinning. Michael, who has very kindly coordinated the collection of Easter eggs for many years now, delivered approximately 800 Easter eggs this year, along with craft items and treat-filled gift bags, to bring some seasonal joy to young patients spending Easter in hospital. Michael visited the children ward last week to share gift bags...
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Rare Alaska Airlines airliner arrives at Prestwick
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Dobbies’ Alzheimer’s Research UK partnership raises £235,000 in first year as Ayr store raises £4,213
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Stagecoach South Scotland shortlisted for two national transport awards
Stagecoach South Scotland has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Scottish Transport Awards, earning national recognition for its work in sustainable transport and customer marketing. The operator has been named a finalist in the Contribution to Sustainable Transport category, reflecting its role in delivering one of Scotland’s most ambitious electric bus programmes. It has also been shortlisted for Excellence in Travel Information and Marketing for its Service 11 “Electric...
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Off road vehicle causes damage at Eglinton Country Park
North Ayrshire Council’s Ranger Service and country park staff have shared their disappointment following the discovery of significant damage caused by illegal, off-road vehicle usage at Eglinton Country Park. Taking place during the Easter weekend, the park's busiest weekend of the year for families to visit, several locations have been affected with water pooling and tyre marks now prominent in key areas including the perimeter lawn of Eglinton Castle and land adjacent to the river. The...
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Month of March showcases Music Service
The Music Service has showcased the talent and dedication of children and young people across East Ayrshire during March - a month of incredible energy, achievement, and musical celebration. Throughout the month, over 900 pupils took part in Benedetti Foundation classroom workshops, bringing world-class musical inspiration directly into schools. These engaging sessions ignited creativity, built confidence, and offered pupils the chance to experience music-making on a whole new level....
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Marymass Festival organisers are calling on community groups
Marymass Festival organisers are calling on community groups, businesses and organisers across Irvine to submit their August events for inclusion in the 2026 programme. The team behind the popular festival has launched an appeal for details of events taking place during August, with organisers offering to add them to this year’s official programme free of charge. With plans already under way for what is expected to be a busy and vibrant Marymass season, festival organisers say there is plenty...
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