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Weekly newspaper out every Wednesday, covering the Three Towns of Ardrossan, Saltcoats and Stevenston, as well as Kilbirnie, Dalry, Beith, Kilwinning and West Kilbride. Contact us by emailing [email protected]. For advertising enquiries please email: [email protected].

21/09/2024

Incredible, and so well deserved ♥

An inspirational Ardrossan teenager has received 'one big thank you' courtesy of a hit BBC TV show.

21/09/2024

Sunset at Stevenston beach 😍

📸 - Daniel Davison

21/09/2024

Well done to the Boathouse owners!

The Boathouse at Littlemill on Arran wins Best Self-Catering or Unique Stay at West of Scotland Thistle Awards

21/09/2024

🗣 "We will work with everyone as much as we can do address the points raised.

The team from 'the oldest pub in Saltcoats' say they are determined to keep the business alive - despite their latest licensing setback.

21/09/2024

Looking fresh 😎

A village football team have thanked their latest sponsor for helping provide their eye-catching new strips.

21/09/2024

A Kilbirnie benefits cheat who illegally claimed nearly £60,000 from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be repaying the money 'for the rest of his life', a court has heard.

Robert Costine appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Wednesday, September 18, to be sentenced in relation to the fraudulent claims.

FULL STORY 👉 https://trib.al/sUHIHD7

21/09/2024

A date for your diary

The Ayrshire Baby Loss Support Group are holding a memory walk next month.

21/09/2024

Take a look at this beautiful island property 🏡👀

An amazing five bedroom detached villa on the Isle of Arran is on the market - with a hefty price tag of almost half-a-million pounds.

21/09/2024

Geese in flight 🛫

📸 - Audrey Cumpsty

21/09/2024

Paw-some! 🐶

From Wilko to John Lewis, these are the major UK shops that allow dogs in their stores.

21/09/2024

"We are so grateful for all of the support we have got so far."

A Saltcoats business is set to expand its opening hours after an "amazing" first few weeks since re-opening.

21/09/2024

Royal encounter for Kilwinning pupils 👑

Abbey Primary pupils met King Charles and Deputy PM Angela Rayner during their visit to Dumfries House on Friday.

21/09/2024

Where is your favourite place to go for a walk? 🍁🍂

These are some of the most scenic walking routes to see the autumn leaves fall in Ayrshire.

20/09/2024

🗣 "He was making very poor choices, that is clear with his decision on this date."

A drug driver was nearly six times the legal limit when he crashed his car into a hedge in Kilwinning.

20/09/2024

What a career he's had 🎙

Sports presenter Dougie Donnelly, who is heading to North Ayrshire for the upcoming Tidelines book festival, reckons he's had one of the best jobs…

20/09/2024

It is sure to be a great day 👇

A top tennis coach is set to host a free open day for youngsters in Saltcoats.

20/09/2024

Ferry service diverts to Troon for tonight

Due to strong Easterly winds the Arran service will divert to Troon for the rest of the day

20/09/2024

The vessel is currently scheduled for delivery to operators CalMac by mid-October.

Arran's long-awaited new ferry has finally begun sea trials before being handed over by shipyard Ferguson Marine.

20/09/2024

Bank holiday chemist opening times revealed

Find out which North Ayrshire pharmacies will be open during the September Bank Holiday weekend

20/09/2024

👑 King returns to Ayrshire alongside Deputy PM

King Charles arrived in Ayrshire today to meet with representatives of a Police Scotland initiative that targets all forms of violent behaviour.

20/09/2024

🗣 "He does have a terrible record"

A man with a “horrendous record” cornered a woman in the doorway of a Glasgow nightclub before brandishing a glass bottle.

20/09/2024

Our thoughts are with his loved ones 💔

A man has died after being struck by a van on the A78 in Irvine.

20/09/2024

Weekend weather alert for Arran ferry service

Ferry operators CalMac have warned of possible disruption or cancellations on the Ardrossan to Brodick route today.

20/09/2024

Fun for all the family 🏴‍☠️

The annual Pirate Day will return to Saltcoats this weekend, with loads of family fun.

20/09/2024

Man dies after being struck by van on major North Ayrshire road

20/09/2024

Exciting! 🎄

The new John Lewis TV advert is the first in a three-part campaign

20/09/2024

Ombudsman raps council's social care team

North Ayrshire Council's health and social care partnership has been ordered to apologise for breaking the code of practice over the treatment of…

19/09/2024

A brand new project 🐝

North and South Ayrshire councils have invested £150,000 into a new pollen centric project spearheaded by the Scottish Wildlife Trust.

19/09/2024

Let there be light!

The Rotary Club of Hunterston has stepped in to help the West Kilbride Yuletide Group raise enough funds to ensure this year's Christmas street…

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