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Rad hotel group acquires prestigious lochgreen house hotel and spa in Troon
RAD Hotel Group has officially welcomed the prestigious 5-star Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa in Troon into its growing collection of Scottish hotels. The acquisition marks a major milestone for the family-run hospitality group, bringing its portfolio to 10 hotels across Scotland. Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa is widely regarded as one of Scotland’s finest luxury destinations, with a long-standing reputation for high-quality hospitality, elegant accommodation, fine dining and spa experiences. RAD...
Jul 1, 2026
Young Irvine pupils celebrate the joy of play at upgraded bourtreehill park
Children in Irvine have been celebrating the simple joy of playing outdoors as they enjoy the newly upgraded Bourtreehill Play Park. Pupils from St John Ogilvie Primary School say the Council-run play park, which is just a short walk from the school, has become a favourite place to run around, meet friends, play football and enjoy the outdoors. The park was revamped last summer to create a more exciting, welcoming and inclusive space for children of all ages and abilities. Improvements...
Jun 30, 2026
Captain ham brings world cup magic home to Ayrshire
Captain Ham Thanked for Bringing Ayrshire Daily News World Cup Coverage to Life in America Ayrshire Daily News has paid tribute to Captain Ham from Ayr after he helped bring the colour, noise and emotion of Scotland’s World Cup journey in America directly to followers back home. Acting as Ayrshire Daily News’ roving reporter during Scotland’s time in the United States, Captain Ham captured the atmosphere of the Tartan Army as thousands of fans travelled across America for what many have...
Jun 30, 2026
Robyn archibald crowned miss great britain Ayrshire 2026
Robyn Archibald has been crowned Miss Great Britain Ayrshire 2026, marking the beginning of an exciting year as she prepares to represent the region on the national stage. Robyn will now go forward to the Miss Great Britain national final, which is due to take place this October, where she will proudly fly the flag for Ayrshire. Her crowning has been warmly welcomed 9by organisers, supporters and sponsors, who have congratulated the new titleholder and wished her every success in the year...
Jun 28, 2026
Standby bye for lift off - RAF air tanker detachment will bring £ millions to Prestwick
By Doug Maclean – Aviation Editor It is a story that has been building for more than a year. The Ministry of Defence have hardly said a word, but Prestwick airport is about experience Project MACE and have a massive boost. The whole of South Ayrshire will benefit with an influx of Royal Air Force (RAF) personnel arriving on an 18 week detachment. Image - Eddie Wallace The UK has a fleet of 7 Air Tanker air to air refuelling aeroplanes. They are modified Airbus A330 Voyager aircraft, and their...
Jun 28, 2026
Police appeal after motorcyclist dies in b730 South Ayrshire crash
A 35-year-old motorcyclist has died following a crash involving a lorry on the B730 in South Ayrshire. Source: Submitted The collision happened at around 9am on Friday, 26 June, 2026, near the junction with the A719 at Fail to Tarbolton. Police said the crash involved a red Zontes ZT125 motorcycle and a black DAF lorry. Emergency services attended, but the motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The road remained closed for around 10 hours while...
Jun 27, 2026
Two women charged after drugs and cash seized in Kilmarnock raid
Police have arrested and charged two women after drugs and a significant quantity of cash were seized during a warrant at a property in Kilmarnock. Image Credit: Google Maps Officers from Kilmarnock’s Priority and Locality Policing Teams executed a search warrant at an address on Tourhill Road on Wednesday, 24 June. During the search, officers recovered a quantity of Class A and Class C drugs, along with what police described as a significant quantity of cash. A 51-year-old woman and a...
Jun 26, 2026
East Ayrshire farmer wins national sustainability award
East Ayrshire sheep farmer Cora Cooper has been recognised with a national award for her commitment to sustainable farming. Cora Cooper (centre) receiving her Sustainability Champion at the National Women In Agriculture awards. Ms Cooper, who runs a hill farm with her husband David, was named Sustainability Champion at the National Women in Agriculture awards ceremony in London. She is also vice chair of the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) Scotland. The first-generation farmer raises...
Jun 26, 2026
Rainbow room international returns backstage at trnsmt with pop-up salon for ninth year
Scotland’s biggest music festival wasn’t just about the performances on stage, as the team from Rainbow Room International once again played a key role behind the scenes at TRNSMT 2026. The award-winning salon group returned to Glasgow Green for the ninth time, operating its exclusive backstage pop-up salon for artists, management teams and crew throughout the three-day festival. Stylists and directors from Rainbow Room International salons across Scotland provided professional haircuts and...
Jun 26, 2026
Ayrshire student declan sloan awarded the “golden hat” by catering industry leaders after a week of intense competition
By Doug Maclean – Ayrshire Daily News Business Writer Declan, from Onthank, is studying SVQ Food and Beverage Level 5 at Ayrshire College, Kilmarnock. He was one of seven Ayrshire College students who qualified through an entry task submission. Declan had to win a place in the Grand Finals week by competing against 23 other high quality students. He won the national title after outperforming students from colleges across the UK in one of the hospitality industry’s most respected and...
Jun 23, 2026
Ayr eye experts encourage parents to prioritise children's eye tests during child vision awareness month
PARENTS across Ayr are being encouraged to prioritise their children's eye health this June during Child Vision Awareness Month, with local eye experts reminding families that eye tests are free for all children through the NHS. The Specsavers team in Ayr are using the awareness month to highlight the importance of regular eye examinations, particularly as many vision issues can develop without children, or parents, realising there is a problem. Good vision plays a vital role in a child's...
Jun 23, 2026
Gb soundz celebrates more than 20 years of creating unforgettable moments across Scotland
For more than two decades, GB Soundz has been helping people celebrate life’s biggest moments, building a reputation as one of Ayrshire’s leading event and wedding entertainment specialists. In fact Gregor Baird the MD told us, ever since I was a boy I've been involved with the technical side of events and started DJing. Based in Troon and covering venues across Scotland, the family-run business has spent over 20 years transforming weddings, corporate events, proms, gala dinners, birthday...
Jun 23, 2026
Hidden gift cards up for grabs as new tk maxx opens in Ayr this thursday
Shoppers are being invited to join the celebrations as TK Maxx opens the doors to its brand-new Ayr store this Thursday morning. The popular retailer will officially welcome its first customers at 10am on Thursday, 25 June, with a special opening day surprise that could see lucky shoppers uncover hidden gift cards inside the store. The new outlet is expected to attract large crowds as bargain hunters head along to explore the latest fashion, homeware, beauty products, accessories and designer...
Jun 23, 2026
Ayr-based portrail group strengthens leadership team with key appointment
Ayr-based logistics and bulk material handling specialist PortRail Group has announced the appointment of industry expert Neil Stoddart as its new Head of Forestry & Marine. The appointment marks another significant step forward for the growing St Quivox company as it continues to expand its specialist logistics, shipping and material handling services across Scotland, the UK and Ireland. Neil brings more than three decades of experience in round timber harvesting, haulage and shipping...
Jun 19, 2026
End of an era as famous air force one linked to Prestwick faces retirement
It is an iconic aeroplane and in this colour scheme it is probably one of the best known aeroplanes in the world. Aviation Editor Doug Maclean. The aircraft carrying the President of the United States of America is called Air Force One. No matter whether the current President Trump is flying with Captain Ham in Wee Dram, if the President of the United States is flying in it, that aircraft becomes Air Force One for the period of time that the President is on board. Normally the President...
Jun 19, 2026
East Ayrshire leads the way with local businesses
Local trade and political figures join forces to highlight transformational difference that everyone can help make ahead of Scotland Loves Local Week. Business owners and local politicians are championing the critical need for everyone in East Ayrshire to choose local as part of this year’s Scotland Loves Local Week(June 13-20) - and are urging local residents to follow their lead. Kilmarnock Town Centre Ambassadors, Kilmarnock Business Association and Kilmarnock Neighbourhood Board are...
Jun 18, 2026
Prestwick’s freight boom and hard work by staff is rewarded with increased jobs and pay rises for over 400 staff
By Doug Maclean – Aviation Editor. As a former Trade Union representative and manager in the aviation industry I read the words of the Trade Union Unite and Prestwick Airport management with enormous admiration and satisfaction. I worked for over 40 years all over the UK and in several other countries. Most of my time I was shift working so I recognise the rigour of that working environment. My patient children could tell you that I seldom knew of it was Monday or Christmas Day. Each day was...
Jun 17, 2026
Police appealing for information after serious assault in davidson place, Ayr
Detectives are appealing for information after a man was found injured in Ayr. Around 3.30pm on Saturday, 13 June, 2026, police received a report a man had been stabbed within a property on Davidson Place. Emergency services attended and the 57-year-old man was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Extensive enquiries are under way as officers work to establish how the man came about his injuries. Detective Constable Stewart Gordon said: “I am appealing to anyone who was in the...
Jun 14, 2026
Ayr’s millennium bridge reopens early after major maintenance upgrade
The Millennium Bridge in Ayr has reopened to the public following the successful completion of essential maintenance works. Image - Ayrshire Roads Alliance Ayrshire Roads Alliance confirmed that the works have now been completed, allowing the bridge to reopen well ahead of the original anticipated completion date of Sunday, 28 June. The project included blast cleaning and painting of the steel structure, as well as the removal and replacement of the anti-slip surfacing on the bridge deck. The...
Jun 11, 2026
Ayrshire's own 'steve clarke's 11' bus service launches as Scotland competes at world cup
Football fever is sweeping Ayrshire and Stagecoach is marking Scotland's participation in the 2026 World Cup by temporarily renaming its number 11 service 'Steve Clarke's 11' in honour of one of the area's most celebrated sporting figures. Image - Stagecoach South Scotland The special tribute recognises the achievements of Saltcoats-born Clarke, whose leadership has helped Scotland reach the world's biggest football tournament for the first time in 28 years. For the duration of Scotland's...
Jun 11, 2026
Kilmarnock business owner’s 24-hour fundraising marathon for breast cancer now
A young Kilmarnock entrepreneur and Miss Great Britain finalist is preparing to put her endurance to the test as she takes on a unique 24-hour fundraising challenge in support of Breast Cancer Now. Dionne Hair, 21, owner of Sculpt Cosmetics and Indigo Aesthetics & Beauty in Kilmarnock, will undertake her “24 Hours of Strength” challenge from 10am on Saturday, June 20, until 10am on Sunday, June 21, working continuously from her salon for a full 24 hours. The challenge comes just one week...
Jun 10, 2026
Kilmarnock masterplan - poets’ corner work to begin soon
The site of the much admired Robert Burns Mural at the corner of John Dickie Street and Strand Street in Kilmarnock will be undergoing a makeover in June, as work starts on a brand new public feature and events space, named Poets' Corner. The project is part of the overall “Kilmarnock Masterplan” – one of many projects being undertaken now and, in the future, to enhance Kilmarnock’s townscape, natural and built environment to boost wellbeing, prosperity and opportunities for everyone who...
Jun 10, 2026
South Ayrshire beaches retain prestigious award from keep Scotland beautiful
Six beaches in South Ayrshire have once again retained the prestigious Scotland’s Beach Award from environmental charity, Keep Scotland Beautiful. For another year, all beaches maintained by South Ayrshire Council have been recognised, with Ayr, Girvan, Maidens, Prestwick, Troon (South Beach) and Barassie meeting the key criteria set by Keep Scotland Beautiful. The awards highlight excellence across areas including amenities, biodiversity, safety and cleanliness. The Scotland’s Beach...
Jun 10, 2026