Three friends raise £10,000 for Ayrshire Hospice after cycling challenge
Published: September 1, 2025 08:49
Three friends have raised £10,000 for Ayrshire Hospice after a gruelling cycling challenge.
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Ayrshire's £3.8 million digital economy aims showcased at major event
Published: September 1, 2025 08:30
Ayrshire's progress towards becoming a 5G innovation region was celebrated at a major event.
Ayrshire set for wet week ahead as autumn officially begins
Published: September 1, 2025 06:54
Autumn has well and truly arrived in Ayrshire with a rainy outlook for the week ahead.
Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Latte is arriving early - how to try it first
Published: September 1, 2025 05:30
Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Latte is back - but there's a catch - here's how to be the first to try it
Councillor welcomes return of Beith Primary crossing patroller
Published: August 31, 2025 16:53
Garnock Valley councillor Donald L Reid has welcomed the return of a crossing patroller to Beith Primary School.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran urges parents to get children vaccinated against flu
Published: August 31, 2025 14:00
NHS Ayrshire & Arran is urging parents to get their children vaccinated against flu.
Look inside amazing 10 bedroom villa in North Ayrshire on the market for £875k
Published: August 31, 2025 12:51
This incredible 10 bedroom villa commanding an elevated position above Arran's Lamlash is now on the market for offers over £875,000.
Four of Ireland's top country stars head to Ayrshire next week
Published: August 31, 2025 08:57
Ayrshire's country music fans are gearing up for a major event at Ayr's Gaiety Theatre next week.
Court round-up: See who has been in the dock in Ayrshire this week
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25426155.kilmarnock-ayr-sheriff-court-cases-past-week/?ref=rss
Published: August 31, 2025 05:58
This week, our Ayrshire Weekly Press titles have covered several cases from Ayr and Kilmarnock sheriff courts.
Expert shares unusual but 'simple' habit that can improve your sleep
Published: August 31, 2025 05:34
A sleep expert has shared a "simple" breathing technique that can help for more beneficial rest if you want to get to sleep quicker
The best photos of fantastic entries at annual Kilwinning Flower Show
Published: August 30, 2025 16:55
Abbey Church hall looked blooming marvellous this week as the Kilwinning Flower Show returned to the venue.
Ayrshire myths and legends: The mystery of Brodick Castle's Grey Lady
Published: August 30, 2025 15:55
In this week's Ayrshire Myths and Legends, chief reporter Neil Smith investigates the Grey Lady of Brodick Castle, the Loch Doon kelpies and a ghostly Viking in Largs.
New recruits welcomed to Ardrossan Coastguard Rescue Team
Published: August 30, 2025 14:18
The Ardrossan Coastguard Rescue Team has welcomed new recruits.
Old School House blends period charm with modern luxury for £410k
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25414940.look-inside-1890-ayrshire-villa-sale-410-000/?ref=rss
Published: August 30, 2025 12:43
This five bedroom detached Ayrshire villa dating back to 1890 has just gone on the market for offers over £410,000.
Looking back at the North Ayrshire headlines and photos from September 2000
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25415433.look-back-great-herald-pics-25-years-ago/?ref=rss
Published: August 30, 2025 10:57
This week, we take a look back at our favourite North Ayrshire photos from early September 2000.
Ayrshire businesses seeking council or NHS contracts invited to Meet the Buyer event
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25420762.meet-buyer-event-ayrshire-businesses-held/?ref=rss
Published: August 30, 2025 08:58
Ayrshire businesses seeking new contracts have been invited to a Meet the Buyer event later this year.
New minister ordained for Episcopal churches in Ardrossan and Dalry
Published: August 30, 2025 07:41
Ardrossan and Dalry welcomed a new minister this month after the ordination of the Rev Dr Margaret Williams.
North Ayrshire's Tidelines Book Festival is just a month away
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25416629.cracking-line-up-2025-tidelines-book-festival/?ref=rss
Published: August 30, 2025 07:41
Amazing line-up of authors, celebrities and even a former First Minister unveiled for the Tidelines Book Festival.
Brits urged to close windows from certain time next month to avoid spider infest
Published: August 30, 2025 05:34
As autumn approaches, so does spider season, which means house spiders are beginning their migration indoors.
The fascinating caves below an Ayrshire castle that are 'shrouded in mystery'
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25413749.see-mysterious-caves-ayrshires-culzean-castle/?ref=rss
Published: August 30, 2025 05:30
Find out more about the fascinating caves below an elegant Ayrshire castle that are 'shrouded in mystery'.
Ayrshire College to feature in national broadcast about Scotland's aerospace
Published: August 29, 2025 18:29
Ayrshire College will be featured in a national broadcast this weekend, highlighting its role in developing Scotland’s aerospace workforce.
Ayrshire's WASPI campaigners delighted after date set for legal challenge
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25426218.waspi-pension-campaigners-get-day-court/?ref=rss
Published: August 29, 2025 16:53
Ayrshire WASPI campaigners welcome news that legal challenge for compensation will be under way within months.
Former pupils tell OAP abuse trial of 'deplorable daily attacks' at school
Published: August 29, 2025 16:45
Former Kerelaw pupils told how a PE teacher used to 'hit boys with golf balls' and 'struck one girl with a metal rod'.
Ardrossan's new £1.5 million coastal path and active travel route opened
Published: August 29, 2025 16:15
New £1.5m coastal path around school campus construction site is officially opened
Arran businessman plans to 'diversify' with holiday eco pods and learning centre
Published: August 29, 2025 15:22
An Arran businessman is seeking to "diversify" by offering holiday accommodation and a learning centre.
Fares slashed in Ayrshire as peak train tickets scrapped 'for good'
Published: August 29, 2025 15:00
Train fares will be around one third cheaper at busy times as ScotRail scraps peak fares ‘for good’.
Comedy drama Two Tribes coming to North Ayrshire next week
Published: August 29, 2025 13:09
A comedy drama taking a look at family, loyalty and Old Firm football rivalry is coming to Irvine's Harbour Arts Centre next Friday.
NHS Ayrshire ordered to apologise after patient died following hospital fall
Published: August 29, 2025 10:55
NHS Ayrshire and Arran ordered to apologise to the family of an elderly patient who died after hospital fall
Visual artists and craft makers across Ayrshire can apply for cash awards
Published: August 29, 2025 10:23
Visual artists and craft makers across Ayrshire can now apply for cash awards to help with their profession.
West Scotland MSP Ross Greer elected co-leader of Scottish Greens
Published: August 29, 2025 09:33
West Scotland MSP Ross Greer has been elected as one of the new co-leadership team of the Scottish Green Party.
Thousands of Ayrshire patients waiting more than a year for NHS appointment
Published: August 28, 2025 17:00
Over 10,000 Ayrshire patients are stuck waiting more than a year for an outpatient appointment.
North Ayrshire addiction nurse who put vulnerable patients at risk struck off
Published: August 28, 2025 16:56
North Ayrshire addiction recovery nurse who put vulnerable patients "at high risk of harm" is struck off
Perfect time to take up scuba diving in North Ayrshire as new recruits sought
Published: August 28, 2025 15:35
If you have ever fancied trying scuba diving off the Clyde coast, then now could be the perfect time.
Revealed: The 'worst' North Ayrshire towns for parking offences
Published: August 28, 2025 15:20
One town is responsible for more than one-third of the parking fines issued across the whole of North Ayrshire.
Harbour owners blame ScotGov for deal delay as campaigners protest at HQ
Published: August 28, 2025 14:02
Peel Ports blame ScotGov negotiators for takeover delays after Ardrossan Harbour campaigners demonstrate outside their Glasgow office
Good news as 'axed' bus service is reinstated by Stagecoach
Published: August 28, 2025 14:00
The 10.35pm Largs to Ardrossan service was axed earlier this summer between Mondays and Fridays.
Music collective reveal plans for next Saltcoats event after initial success
Published: August 28, 2025 09:35
The founder of a new music collective has revealed plans for a second, even bigger, event in Saltcoats.
CalMac cancel two afternoon sailings to Arran due to issue with MV Alfred
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25422239.two-crossings-arran-cancelled-due-ferry-issue/?ref=rss
Published: August 28, 2025 07:41
CalMac has been forced to cancel two crossings between Arran and Troon today (Thursday, August 28) due to a technical problem with the MV Alfred.
Spotify users cry 'who asked for this' as huge new feature coming to music app
Published: August 28, 2025 05:21
Spotify's new DM feature will allow users to have one-on-one conversations with one another.
Ardrossan laundrette reclaims 'best in Ayrshire' title at business awards
Published: August 27, 2025 15:39
The team from an Ardrossan laundrette have been celebrating success after being crowned the best in Ayrshire.
Spending just £1 more each week could boost Ayrshire economy by nearly £19m
Published: August 27, 2025 15:37
Spending just £1 more each week could boost Ayrshire’s economy by nearly £19 million.
Trial under way for pensioner accused of historic abuse at Kerelaw School
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25417720.trial-way-man-accused-abuse-kerelaw-school/?ref=rss
Published: August 27, 2025 15:28
A trial has begun for a pensioner facing 25 charges of historic abuse stretching back to 1985 at a former residential school in Stevenston.
Revealed: How much North Ayrshire Council has brought in from parking fines
Published: August 27, 2025 14:15
North Ayrshire Council has raked in more than half-a-million pounds from parking fines since enforcement was introduced.
Trust in local media increases to 80 per cent, new survey shows
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25420449.new-survey-shows-trust-local-media-increased/?ref=rss
Published: August 27, 2025 12:50
A new study has revealed that trust in local media has grown significantly over the past year.
North Ayrshire Council to change upholstered bulky waste uplift policy
Published: August 27, 2025 12:49
North Ayrshire Council announce changes to their bulky uplifts - starting next Monday
Shock figures show 30 NHS Ayrshire and Arran buildings are more than 80-years-old
Published: August 27, 2025 12:35
Scottish Government accused of a “national scandal” after it was revealed 30 Ayrshire NHS buildings are more than 80-years-old
Event to be held in North Ayrshire to mark Overdose Awareness Day
Published: August 27, 2025 09:42
A special event which will mark Overdose Awareness Day is set to be held in North Ayrshire this week.
Actor Ken O'Hara brings one man Mark Twain show to North Ayrshire
Published: August 27, 2025 07:40
Ayrshire's own Ken O'Hara is returning to the Harbour Arts Centre in Irvine with his new production Mark Twain in Person.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda food prices jump to 18-month high
Published: August 27, 2025 05:31
Food prices have risen at their fastest pace for 18 months amid surges in the cost of chocolate, butter and eggs, latest figures show.
Ten times more female teachers employed in North Ayrshire than males
Published: August 26, 2025 16:27
Ten times as many female teachers are employed in North Ayrshire than male, according to a new Freedom of Information enquiry.
Hall of fame Elvis tribute to bring incredible show to Saltcoats next month
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25418225.hall-fame-elvis-tribute-bring-show-saltcoats/?ref=rss
Published: August 26, 2025 15:46
A hall of fame Elvis tribute is set to bring his spectacular show to Saltcoats next month.
Huge rise in council debt leaves Ayrshire authorities with troubling decisions
Published: August 26, 2025 15:30
Rise in council debt across Scotland makes grim reading for all three Ayrshire authorities
North Ayrshire sex offender who attacked girls and women jailed for 13 years
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25417438.north-ayrshire-sex-offender-jailed-13-years/?ref=rss
Published: August 26, 2025 13:24
Darren Smith subjected two women and a teenager to rapes and abused a girl between 2004 and 2020 at addresses in North Ayrshire and South Lanarkshire.
Ayrshire wedding planner to star in new Channel 4 game show airing this month
Published: August 26, 2025 11:12
An Ayrshire woman is set to star in a new "devious" game show airing on Channel 4 later this month.
Council offers free plant packs to encourage butterflies and bees in our gardens
Published: August 26, 2025 11:07
North Ayrshire Council is continuing to offer free packs of plants to residents in a bid to support butterflies, bees and other pollinators.
Amateur football side to promote mental health message with new kit sponsor
Published: August 26, 2025 10:14
An Ayrshire amateur football side are set to promote a mental health message with their new kit sponsor.
Farm between Saltcoats and Dalry submits plan for static caravan and hot tub
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25416159.plans-static-caravan-farm-saltcoats-dalry/?ref=rss
Published: August 26, 2025 09:22
Plans for a static caravan on the site of a farm just outside Saltcoats have been submitted to North Ayrshire Council.
Police hunt for vandals who scrawled over Arran cave where Bruce met spider
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25415978.famous-bruce-cave-blackwaterfoot-hit-vandals/?ref=rss
Published: August 26, 2025 09:05
Police are investigating vandalism at the famous Arran cave where legend says Robert the Bruce encountered the spider
Dirrans Centre team raise £850 for Ayrshire Hospice with sponsored walk
Published: August 26, 2025 09:01
Fighting fit staff and service users from the Dirrans Centre in Kilwinning put their best foot forward by taking part in a sponsored walk for the Ayrshire Hospice.
HMRC issues refunds to thousands of pensioners in UK - how to apply for yours
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25414554.hmrc-issues-refunds-thousands-pensioners-uk/?ref=rss
Published: August 26, 2025 05:33
HMRC has issued refunds to thousands of pensioners after being overcharged tax on their pension withdrawals, new data reveals
New Ayrshire and Arran stroke statistics prompt calls for more volunteers
Published: August 25, 2025 18:27
New stroke statistics for NHS Ayrshire and Arran have prompted further calls from a charity for volunteers to support survivors of the condition.
Ardrossan Harbour campaigners to be joined by Greenock group at Peel Ports protest
Published: August 25, 2025 16:51
Harbour campaigners from Ardrossan and Arran to be joined by supporters from Greenock during protest at Peel Ports' offices
Kilwinning councillor decides against appealing two-month suspension
Published: August 25, 2025 15:30
Kilwinning councillor Donald Reid has confirmed that he no longer plans to appeal his suspension.
North Ayrshire Council launches new round of participatory budgeting
Published: August 25, 2025 15:13
North Ayrshire Council has launched a new round of participatory budgeting.
North Ayrshire families helped by more than £33m in child disability payments
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25415053.33million-paid-local-families-disabled-kids/?ref=rss
Published: August 25, 2025 14:03
Families in North Ayrshire have received £33,731,230 in vital financial support to help with the extra costs of caring for a disabled child or young person.
Public asked to share their views on plans for community orchard in Stevenston
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25414323.plans-unveiled-community-orchard-stevenston/?ref=rss
Published: August 25, 2025 10:54
Stevenston residents are being asked for the views on a proposal to plant a community orchard in the town's Holm Green.
North Ayrshire teenager becomes a Royal Marines cadet sergeant
Published: August 25, 2025 08:39
A Royal Marines cadet from North Ayrshire has become the pride of his unit after his landmark promotion to sergeant.
Rain returning to Ayrshire this week after extended dry spell
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25413763.latest-weather-outlook-ayrshire-region-week/?ref=rss
Published: August 25, 2025 06:59
The rain is set to return to Ayrshire this week after an extended dry spell.
Jumping spiders are invading homes across the UK - here's how to keep them away
https://www.ardrossanherald.com/news/25409578.get-rid-invading-jumping-spiders-home/?ref=rss
Published: August 25, 2025 05:50
Here is how you can keep jumping spiders away from your home using these cheap tricks.
'Dreadful': New driver sentenced after crash left cyclist with brain injury
Published: August 25, 2025 05:00
Finlay Paton returned to the dock at Ayr Sheriff Court after admitting dangerous driving and causing serious injury, permanent disfigurement and permanent impairment.