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Troon Pipe Major Honoured with Civic Award and Citizen of the Year Title
A leading figure in Troon’s musical and community life has been recognised for decades of dedication, as Pipe Major Christopher Bone of the 1st Troon Boys’ Brigade Pipe Band has been named Civic Award Winner and Citizen of the Year for 2026. Troon Community Council announced the honour in recognition of Chris’s outstanding contribution to both the band and the wider community, following more than 30 years at the helm as Pipe Major. Under his leadership, the band has grown into one of the most...
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Spring starts with Dobbies’ Spring Shopping Evening at the Ayr store
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Pharmacies open in Ayrshire over the Easter weekend
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Young musicians strike chord with winning performances
Talented young musicians from across North Ayrshire were celebrating an exceptional weekend of musical achievement. North Ayrshire Music Service celebrated a landmark success with ensembles excelling at both the Ayrshire Music Festival and the Scottish Concert Band Finals in Perth. Ayrshire Music Festival’s Ensemble Day Over 200 pupils from across the three Ayrshires took part, with North Ayrshire ensembles delivering standout performances. The Junior String Ensemble impressed adjudicator,...
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Key projects identified for Prestwick Regeneration masterplan
At a Council meeting on Thursday 26 March, Councillors agreed to progress three major projects using funding from the Prestwick Capital Regeneration budget. Following the commitment made in 2024 of £2million for regeneration investment within Prestwick, South Ayrshire Council engaged with Prestwick Civic Pride, stakeholders, and the public to identify key project strands for allocation of funding. As a result of this consultation, £1million has been budgeted to fund improvements to...
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£16 million plan to transform Burns Statue Square set for public consultation
Plans to transform Burns Statue Square into a modern, welcoming gateway to Ayr town centre are moving forward, with the public set to play a key role in shaping its future. South Ayrshire Council has confirmed that ambitious proposals are being developed to redesign one of the town’s most recognisable spaces, shifting it away from its current traffic-dominated layout towards a people-focused civic square. The project, backed by £16 million from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund, aims to...
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SCOTLAND'S GOLDEN EASTER HUNT TAKES OVER GIRVAN
One of the country’s best-loved food brands is bringing back its popular Golden Easter Hunt. Launching just in time for the school holidays, this year it’s set to be bigger, bolder and even more exciting - and it's free for anyone to enter. Graham’s Family Dairy has launched its nationwide Easter hunt, with gold-ribboned bottles hidden in secret spots across Scotland. From bustling city cafés and independent farm shops to sports clubs, visitor attractions, museums and galleries, the search...
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Progress made to demolish the fire-damaged Forum building
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