3+ day, 13+ hour ago   (758+ words) Rural communities are set to benefit from a new electric vehicle hire initiative aimed at helping to improving connectivity for residents in the Cumnock and Doon Valley areas, thanks to an innovative partnership project funded by Ayrshire Growth Deal. Launching…...

6+ day, 12+ hour ago   (283+ words) Ayrshire’s Ms Great Britain, Michelle Howie, attended this weekend’s spectacular Ayr Air Show, which attracted huge crowds from across Ayrshire and throughout Scotland. Michelle spent the day meeting members of the Armed Forces, visiting the Red Arrows and chatting with…...

6+ day, 16+ hour ago   (653+ words) Interim findings from a University of Leeds-led research project, funded by The Road Safety Trust, have identified several areas of road-crossing that can present particular challenges for autistic children, while also highlighting potential differences in how children respond to different…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (374+ words) Bus passengers across Ayrshire will be able to make single journeys for no more than £2 under a new Scottish Government-funded fare scheme. The capped fare will be introduced on Monday, September 7, across the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport area, covering a…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (552+ words) A new garden celebrating the life and work of Robert Burns has been officially unveiled at Eglinton Country Park. The Robert Burns Garden has been created within the park’s courtyard to mark the 200th anniversary of the formation of Irvine Burns…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (455+ words) Members of the Good Vibes Choir came together for a special evening at The Abbotsford Hotel to celebrate the remarkable achievement of fellow choir member Anne Noble. Anne, affectionately known as “SuperAnne”, completed an extraordinary 460-mile journey from Gretna to…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (312+ words) Ayrshire karate athlete Zack Ewart is celebrating international success after winning gold at the JKS World Karate Championships in Brazil. Representing Scotland at an event featuring competitors from more than 40 nations, Zack became a Team Kumite World Champion after helping…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (577+ words) An Ayr dance school which began with just three classes in a church hall will celebrate its 10th anniversary by taking hundreds of young dancers to one of Scotland’s most famous stages. LJM Dance, founded by Prestwick dance teacher Lisa Wilson,…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (507+ words) Dobbies Garden Centre in Ayr has unveiled its programme of Christmas events for 2026, featuring Santa’s Grotto, festive breakfasts, wreath-making workshops and a special experience for four-legged family members. The garden centre says its “Best Ever Christmas” programme will offer seasonal…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (839+ words) Historic buildings, churches, museums, castles and unusual locations across Ayrshire will open their doors to the public next month as part of Doors Open Days 2026. The 37th annual celebration of Scotland’s built heritage will take place across Ayrshire on Saturday 12 and…...