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Yellow weather warning comes into force across Ayrshire
A FRESH weather warning has come into force for snow and ice across Ayrshire. The Met Office yellow warning runs from 7pm on Tuesday night until 10am on Wednesday morning. Snow and ice may lead to difficult travelling conditions on Tuesday
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Police figures show 'marked increase' in South Ayrshire hate crime
THERE has been a "marked increase" in hate crime across South Ayrshire, according to the latest police statistics. The figures have been revealed in Police Scotland's latest Local Performance Report to South Ayrshire Council's Service and Partnerships
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Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's warn of higher prices and 'inevitable' job losses
Some of the country’s largest retailers, including supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s, have warned jobs will be lost due to the national insurance rise announced in the Budget. More than 70 businesses, including Greggs
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Girlguides 'take over' Festive Family Fun Day at The Cutty Sark Centre
GIRLGUIDING Ayrshire South County provided festive crafts for families at an event in Ayr. The girls 'took over' The Cutty Sark Centre's Festive Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 17. Guides from Crosshill and Alloway also attended, and helped
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Woman to face her fears and jump out of a plane for charity
A BRAVE fundraiser is set to face her fears and jump out of a plane in aid of charity. Carlie-Ann Milligan, who works at Trump Turnberry, will be taking a leap for a good cause later this month. In a few weeks' time, Carlie-Ann is taking
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Environmental standards of bathing waters across Ayrshire revealed
THE standard of bathing waters at spots across Ayrshire has been revealed. In 2025 the highest number of Scotland's bathing waters on record will meet the best environmental standards, with 87 per cent achieving 'excellent' or 'good' classifications
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Labour MSP calls on ScotGov to save and improve lives by upgrading A77
SOUTH Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has once again raised the issues with the A75 and A77 in the Scottish Parliament. Speaking during a debate on rural roads last week, the Labour politician highlighted the importance of the vital and much neglected
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Ayrshire actor to bring unique twist to festive 'A Christmas Carol' performance
AN AYRSHIRE actor is gracing the stage at the end of the month to perform an original take on a Christmas classic. Ken O'Hara will be taking on the challenge of a one-man performance adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. He is
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MSP learns about good work of Ayrshire Hospice in Ayr shop visit
MSP Sharon Dowey has learned about the positive work of the Ayrshire Hospice after visiting the charity's shop in Ayr. The South Scotland Conservative politician visited the Crown Street premises to learn more about the work of hospice shops.
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Enforcement patrols in South Ayrshire after rise in dog fouling
ENFORCEMENT patrols are being carried out across South Ayrshire following a surge in dog waste being left. South Ayrshire Council says an increasing amount of dog waste is being discarded on footpaths and public areas in the region. To help
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Thriving Ayr restaurant business set for shake-up with new takeaway
A THRIVING restaurant and takeaway business in Ayr is set for a shake-up with a new premises opening. The Pizzaioli currently operates a popular restaurant on the Sandgate alongside a takeaway operation on New Bridge Street. The business lodged
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Troon charity searching for new home after losing hub in town
A TROON charity is searching for a new home after losing its hub in the town. The Micah Project is a community closet and distributor of food surplus, and exists to prevent unnecessary waste. Earlier this month, the charity was told that it
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Two exciting exhibitions open in venues across Ayr
TWO new exciting exhibitions have arrived at the Heritage Hub and Rozelle House in Ayr. The Cabinet of Curiosities will be at Rozelle House until Friday, February 7, with a diverse range of items selected from the South Ayrshire Museum Collection
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Can you walk dogs in the snow? 8 ways to keep your pet safe on winter walks
There is nothing more exciting than waking up to a fresh blanket of snow, no matter how old you are. Even in the freezing temperatures, it’s always tempting to wrap up warm in your thickest knitwear and coats to head out for some winter fun.
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Newly-opened Ayr care home handed glowing inspection report
AN AYR care home has been handed a glowing inspection report - just eight months after opening its doors. Atlantic View, which specialises in age related care, welcomed residents on March 21 of this year and has since gone from strength to strength
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Ayr martial arts school shows its teeth on the national stage
TALENTED athletes from an Ayr martial arts school showed what they are capable of at the Scottish Cup of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 2024. Musashi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy achieved an incredible milestone at the tournament held at Ravenscraig Arena
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Night-time Winter Festival in Ayr shopping street next month
BUSINESSES on Ayr's Newmarket Street are hosting a fun-filled Winter Festival - By Night next month. There will be music, food and dancing at the festive event on Saturday, December 14, from 1pm until late. Organised by Narture CIC, Newmarket
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Ex Royal Marine jailed after throwing axe at moving car with toddler inside
A MAN who threw an axe at a moving car with a toddler inside on a major South Ayrshire road pleaded guilty after concerns that the former Marine who had been 'living wild' was unfit to stand trial. Damien Battison admitted charges of culpable and
