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Live music returns to the Seven Sisters Cafe with three acts confirmed
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26518003.three-acts-confirmed-north-ayrshire-cafe-gig/?ref=rss
Published: September 6, 2026 16:57
Live music is returning to the Seven Sisters Cafe in Saltcoats this week.
Aldi to close Ayrshire stores on Boxing Day to give staff time with family
Published: September 6, 2026 16:41
A supermarket chain will close its stores on Boxing Day to give staff more time with family and friends.
Three Towns care service for young people hailed for respecting their rights
Published: September 6, 2026 15:57
Robin Cottage care home in Stevenston rated "very good" by Care Inspectorate for supporting children's rights
The five best beaches in Ayrshire according to Tripadvisor
Published: September 6, 2026 15:28
A popular beach has been named the best in Ayrshire in a new ranking.
Charming four bedroom North Ayrshire cottage on the market for £425,000
Published: September 6, 2026 12:56
This four bedroom cottage in rural North Ayrshire has just gone on the market for offers over £425,000.
Saltcoats Town Hall's hidden history as oldest section turns 200
Published: September 6, 2026 11:01
In the first instalment of a series of regular new columns for the Herald, Three Towns Explored by Stewart McGookin takes a look back at the history of the Saltcoats townhouse...
In the Dock: 'Stop the boats' fisherman jailed for racist abuse
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26521452.round-up-ayrshire-court-cases-past-week/?ref=rss
Published: September 6, 2026 05:45
This week, our Ayrshire Weekly Press titles have covered cases from Ayr Sheriff Court and the High Court in Glasgow.
Invasive mosquito that can spread severe diseases found breeding in UK for first time
Published: September 6, 2026 04:31
The Aedes aegypti mosquito, known to transmit viruses such as dengue and Zika virus, has been found breeding in the UK for the first time.
West Kilbride Horticultural Society summer show prize-winners revealed
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26523375.full-results-2026-flower-show-west-kilbride/?ref=rss
Published: September 5, 2026 16:58
Prize-winners from the recent West Kilbride Horticultural Society summer show have been revealed.
Central Ayrshire MP welcomes UK Government economic boost for Ayrshire
Published: September 5, 2026 16:57
MP Alan Gemmell says UK Government's £11.8m funding for Ayrshire will boost the local economy
Celebrations as Developing the Young Workforce Ayrshire launches 200th project
Published: September 5, 2026 15:55
Developing The Young Workforce Ayrshire (DYW) has reached a major milestone as its 200th project in just over a decade was officially launched.
Mental health fundraiser hails 'overwhelming' response to Munros challenge
Published: September 5, 2026 15:00
A kind-hearted Ardrossan man has hailed the "overwhelming" response to his recent mental health fundraiser.
Ayrshire villa with stables and paddock on market for £695,000
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26514197.take-look-impressive-695-000-ayrshire-home/?ref=rss
Published: September 5, 2026 12:58
This impressive four bedroom Ayrshire villa, now on the market for offers over £695,000, comes with its own stables and paddock.
Looking back at our favourite North Ayrshire pictures from 10 years ago
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26511924.look-back-great-herald-photos-september-2016/?ref=rss
Published: September 5, 2026 10:57
This week, we take a look back at the North Ayrshire photos and stories from September 2016.
Drop in violent and anti-social behaviour crimes across North Ayrshire
Published: September 5, 2026 07:43
Crime in North Ayrshire rose by 5.1 per cent in the first quarter of this year, latest figures have revealed.
Katy Clark MSP: 'l will fight for fair ferry compensation for Ardrossan and Arran'
Published: September 5, 2026 06:27
Latest column from West of Scotland Labour MSP Katy Clark
Royal Mint reveals rarest version of each British coin including 20p, 50p and more
Published: September 5, 2026 04:31
The Royal Mint has revealed the rarest version of each of the eight coins in Britain.
Cabinet shake-up confirmed as councillor returns to health and social care role
Published: September 4, 2026 16:20
Two major changes have been confirmed as part of a shake-up to North Ayrshire Council's cabinet.
Isle of Bute artists to showcase works at Barony Centre
Published: September 4, 2026 14:00
A new arts exhibition is opening in West Kilbride.
New business 'coming soon' at former bookstore in Ardrossan
Published: September 4, 2026 08:14
A new business has teased that it will be "coming soon" to a vacant Ardrossan unit.
The forgotten £2,000 savings pot with your name on - and how to claim it
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26518250.find-child-trust-fund-free-1-52bn-unclaimed/?ref=rss
Published: September 4, 2026 04:40
Could you have £2,000 sitting untouched? The forgotten savings pots millions of young adults may be entitled to
'The stuff of dreams': Ardrossan DJ to play Bonkers event alongside co-founder
Published: September 3, 2026 15:52
An Ardrossan DJ says his upcoming gig will be "the stuff of dreams".
Trial date set for £2.3m 'prison drugs' case dubbed 'Scottish first'
Published: September 3, 2026 15:01
A trial date has now been set for an alleged £2.3 million North Ayrshire 'prison drugs' case dubbed a "Scottish first".
Man found not guilty of sexual assault claims in Ayr and West Kilbride
Published: September 3, 2026 15:00
A young man has been acquitted of sexual assault in Ayr and West Kilbride, as well as a claim of making indecent comments in Troon.
Fundraising football match to take place in Kilwinning this weekend
Published: September 3, 2026 10:57
A fundraising football match is set to take place in Kilwinning this weekend.
Ayrshire lands £11.8million from UK Government to boost local economy
Published: September 3, 2026 10:55
Ayrshire has landed an £11.8million economic boost from the UK Government.
Pennyburn kids put on 'Enterkine's Greatest Show' and raise money for charity
Published: September 3, 2026 06:56
A group of kind-hearted Pennyburn kids wowed friends and family as they rounded off their summer holiday with an incredible performance.
Police chiefs call for 'alcolock' breathalysers to be added to cars
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26514325.police-call-alcolock-breathalysers-added-cars/?ref=rss
Published: September 3, 2026 04:56
Alcolocks are breathalysers connected to a vehicle’s ignition system that prevent the engine from starting if alcohol above a set limit is detected.
Incredible Ardrossan teen Georgie set to smash £100,000 fundraising milestone
Published: September 2, 2026 16:05
Incredible Ardrossan teen Georgie Hyslop is set to smash another remarkable fundraising milestone.
Owners of iconic Kilwinning hotel launch planning bid amid 'comeback' effort
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26516832.plans-lodged-change-use-part-claremont-hotel/?ref=rss
Published: September 2, 2026 15:14
The owners of an iconic Kilwinning hotel have lodged a planning application amid their "comeback" effort.
Ardrossan Harbour work set to begin with no sailings to Arran for a month
Published: September 2, 2026 15:00
Ardrossan Harbour will close for more than a month from Monday, September 7 as new owners CMAL carry out essential repairs.
West Kilbride Horticultural Society hold amazing summer show
Published: September 2, 2026 15:00
West Kilbride Horticultural Society's annual summer show was a big success
Ayrshire man set to take on memory walk in honour of 'special' wife
Published: September 2, 2026 14:35
An Ayrshire man is set to take on a fundraising walk that pays tribute to people with dementia in honour of his wife - and is urging others to join him.
Kilwinning restaurant celebrates 10 years since opening in the town
Published: September 2, 2026 11:49
A popular Kilwinning bar and restaurant has celebrated a major milestone this month.
Ardrossan school receives 'very good' rating after visit from inspectors
Published: September 2, 2026 10:56
St Peter's Primary in Ardrossan has received a glowing report following a recent inspection.
Ardrossan Community Development Trust gets a new board - and a finance alert
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26509360.clashes-old-new-board-acdt-continue-agm/?ref=rss
Published: September 2, 2026 10:56
New Ardrossan Community Development Trust board has been elected - after warning that the charity could be under serious financial pressure.
Job with The Co-operative Bank returned my confidence after Centerpoint support
Published: September 2, 2026 09:54
Centrepoint were able to place him into accommodation and help him find a job.
'I’ve murdered him': Witness tells trial accused confessed to Ardrossan killing
Published: September 2, 2026 07:30
An accused told two witnesses that he "murdered" his alleged victim, a trial has heard.
Mum who lost son in tragic accident was then abused by her husband
Published: September 2, 2026 07:00
Kilwinning mum who lost son in tragic accident suffered shocking domestic abuse from husband after the funeral.
PICTURES: Dalry Motor Show draws crowds to see classic vehicles and displays
Published: September 2, 2026 06:53
The 2026 Dalry Motor Show drew enthusiastic crowds to the town's show field last weekend.
Ayrshire College opens Scottish Wind Technician Education Centre
Published: September 2, 2026 06:30
A new education centre is powering up opportunities in the fast-growing offshore wind sector.
Thousands of mating spiders are set to invade UK homes this month
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26510074.keep-spiders-home-spider-season/?ref=rss
Published: September 2, 2026 04:38
Spiders usually start to come out in early September, with their presence noticeable in homes until around mid-October.
Community show their support as Ardrossan's Barony Wellbeing Café closes
Published: September 1, 2026 16:50
Barony Wellbeing Café in Ardrossan has closed due to lack of funding, despite strong community support
Diamond Ardrossan couple who met at the dancing celebrate 60 years of marriage
Published: September 1, 2026 15:37
A diamond Ardrossan couple have been celebrating 60 years of wedded bliss.
Next meeting of West Kilbride Community Council meeting coming up
Published: September 1, 2026 15:00
Residents are being encouraged to have their say on local issues as West Kilbride Community Council prepares to hold its next public meeting later this month.
Trial begins for man accused of Ardrossan murder and attempted murder of woman
Published: September 1, 2026 15:00
A trial has begun for a man accused of murder and attempted murder in Ardrossan two years ago.
First Minister confirms £2 bus fare cap across west of Scotland
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26512636.west-scotland-bus-fares-capped-2-next-week/?ref=rss
Published: September 1, 2026 14:35
Bus fares across the west of Scotland are set to be capped at just £2 from next Monday.
New name for long-standing housing partnership in Ayrshire
Published: September 1, 2026 13:06
A long-standing housing partnership across Ayrshire has been given a new name.
New Burns Garden officially opened in Eglinton Country Park
Published: September 1, 2026 11:00
Burns Garden in Eglinton Park is officially opened
CalMac cancels some services to Arran due to ongoing weather conditions
Published: September 1, 2026 10:57
Bad weather has forced CalMac to cancel ferry services between Ardrossan and Brodick today (Tuesday, September 1).
Ayrshire's Labour MPs call on SNP to launch promised £2 bus fare cap
Published: September 1, 2026 10:56
Ayrshire's MPs have called on the Scottish Government to set out when the region will finally benefit from the promised £2 bus fare cap.
Opening date confirmed for new Ardrossan takeaway as business set to expand
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26511079.opening-date-confirmed-new-takeaway-ardrossan/?ref=rss
Published: September 1, 2026 10:26
The opening date for a new takeaway in Ardrossan has now been confirmed.
Temporary road closure on A760 Largs to Kilbirnie road later this month
Published: September 1, 2026 10:00
Motorists are being advised of a temporary road closure on part of the A760 between Largs and Kilbirnie later this month to allow essential carriageway improvement works to take place.
Progress made but strengthening leadership still a priority for St Bridget's
Published: September 1, 2026 08:47
Strengthening leadership remains a priority for St Bridget's Primary School in Kilbirnie, inspectors have revealed
Supermarket set for former home ground of Kilwinning Rangers FC
Published: September 1, 2026 07:22
Plans to sell the former home ground of Kilwinning Rangers FC and neighbouring yard for a supermarket look set to be approved by councillors.
Gardeners urged to complete five tasks in September before it's too late
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26508352.5-things-need-garden-september/?ref=rss
Published: September 1, 2026 04:47
As September arrives, gardeners are advised to complete a number of tasks to help prepare for the colder months of winter
Microsoft Outlook down for thousands of users
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/26509735.microsoft-outlook-thousands-users/?ref=rss
Published: August 31, 2026 16:57
MICROSOFT Outlook appears to have experienced a possible outage ...
PICTURES: Kilwinning Flower Show celebrates 170th anniversary
Published: August 31, 2026 14:55
The 170th Kilwinning Flower Show saw a big turnout at the Abbey Church Hall last week.
12-hour bowlathon in Stevenston will raise funds for Beatson Cancer Charity
Published: August 31, 2026 10:59
A 12-hour charity bowlathon is set to take place in the Three Towns later this month.
West Scotland waters dubbed 'cetacean soup' as whale and dolphin sightings surge
Published: August 31, 2026 09:36
Scottish waters in the west are being dubbed "cetacean soup" after a surge in whale and dolphin sightings.
Dalry business’ much-loved alpaca celebrates fourth birthday in style
Published: August 31, 2026 08:32
A popular alpaca has celebrated his fourth birthday.
Man jailed over £200k drugs factory admits 'stabbing' attack at Rangers pub
Published: August 31, 2026 06:00
A man once jailed for being involved in a North Ayrshire drugs factory has admitted a 'stabbing' in a Rangers pub beer garden.
UK drivers warned of hefty fines over common roundabout manoeuvre
Published: August 31, 2026 05:34
"Slingshotting" involves entering a roundabout from the right-hand lane and circling around to take a left exit, avoiding a line of waiting vehicles.