In recognition of World Stroke Day on 29 October 2025, the Physiotherapy Team at University Hospital Crosshouse launched a unique and impactful initiative to raise awareness of stroke symptoms, promote recovery through exercise and remind residents of Ayrshire and Arran to access urgent help if they have any symptoms of stroke. Throughout the month of October, patients in the stroke ward at University Hospital Crosshouse were invited to take part in a cycle challenge using th

East Ayrshire Council’s annual garden competition recognises the top amateur gardeners from across East Ayrshire. A special award ceremony, sponsored by Tivoli Group Ltd and Gemmells Garden Centre, was held recently at the Council’s headquarters in Kilmarnock. The award ceremony was officially opened by Councillor Jim McMahon, Spokesperson for Housing, Transport and Communities, and the awards were presented by Councillor McMahon and Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Cou

MSP Siobhian Brown has stepped in following growing concern over the future of AquaSharks Swim School, which is facing possible closure after losing access to the pools it uses at Sundrum Castle and Sandylands holiday parks. The popular swim school, which teaches around 500 swimmers each week — including hundreds of children with additional support needs — is set to lose its venues next month after Parkdean Resorts confirmed the pools would not remain open during the winter m