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Police issue scam warning ahead of looming HMRC tax deadline
Police have issued a warning over scams relating to HMRC as the upcoming self-assessment deadline gets closer. People have until July 31 to submit their self-assessment form, and officers are urging everyone to be aware of scam emails, texts and
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Full list of every snake found in UK gardens and if they are dangerous
The UK wildlife has a wide range of creatures and animals, from spikey hedgehogs, the nocturnal bats and the wise barn owl. But away from the often described 'cute' animals are those that tend to scare many like the humble snake. Typically
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Exhibition showcasing top music photographer's work is coming to Ayr
An exhibition showcasing the work of a renowned music photographer is coming to Ayr. The 'Kevin Kerr 1010 Photography - Insights Music Photography' exhibition will capture the incredible work of Kevin Kerr, a renowned music photographer whose
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Golf stars set for return to Ayrshire at Women's Scottish Open
The stars of The Open at Royal Troon are heading home after a dramatic week where Xander Schauffele was crowned the winner and received the Claret Jug. But if you're looking for a new golf fix, then you don't have long to wait, as the Women's
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Ayrshire classic cars to go on display at Culzean Castle event next month
Visitors to Culzean Castle and Country Park on Sunday, August 4 can see a fantastic display of cars from Ayrshire Classic Car Club. A variety of exciting and exotic vehicles will be displayed within the country park from 10am to 4pm on the day.
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Galloway and parts of southern Ayrshire a step closer to becoming a national park
Scotland's third national park is proposed to be located in Galloway and parts of Ayrshire, Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon has confirmed. It was one of several areas that had bid to become home to a new national park - with ministers now
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Week begins with exciting card taking place at Ayr Racecourse
Another July Monday means another meeting at Ayr as the track hosts a six-race card to kick off the new week. Racing gets underway at 2.30pm with a class five apprentice handicap to kick the card off before coming to a close at 5.25pm as seven
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Eyes on the skies as details of the 2024 Ayr Show Festival of Flight are revealed
The countdown is on for the much-anticipated 2024 International Ayr Show – Festival of Flight. And South Ayrshire Council have now revealed some of the big attractions set to take place in the 'festival village' during the weekend. The event
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Rescheduled Troon Rowing Regatta is all set to make waves this weekend
Clubs from across Scotland are set to descent on the South Ayrshire coast this weekend for the annual Troon Rowing Regatta. Organised by Troon Coastal Rowing Club, the event was originally due to take place on June 8, but the organisers had to
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Giant book hunt to take place in Ayr park this weekend
A giant book hunt is set to take place in Ayr's Newton Park this weekend. Volunteers who look after the park will hide 50 books for visitors to find on Sunday, July 28 from 12pm until 8pm. A spokesperson said: "We have hidden 50 books in the
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Lifesaving defibrillators installed at seven South Ayrshire schools
Seven South Ayrshire secondary schools have received lifesaving defibrillators thanks to a partnership between the council and St John Scotland. Cabinets which can be accessed 24/7 have been fitted to the exterior of Marr College, Kyle Academy,
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Devastating news as Ayrshire youngster's cancer returns
The family of Ayrshire youngster Calum Rae say they are "utterly distraught" after announcing that his cancer has returned. The Troon youngster was aged just four when he was diagnosed last year with a stage M high-risk neuroblastoma, and more
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Ayrshire sides play final friendly fixtures ahead of the new season's big kick-off
CLUBS across Ayrshire have been adding the final touches to their squads as the big kick-off for 2024-25 draws ever closer. Most of the area’s West of Scotland Football League teams played their final pre-season friendly matches on Saturday, and