Marymass Festival organisers are calling on community groups, businesses and organisers across Irvine to submit their August events for inclusion in the 2026 programme. The team behind the popular festival has launched an appeal for details of events taking place during August, with organisers offering to add them to this year’s official programme free of charge. With plans already under way for what is expected to be a busy and vibrant Marymass season, festival organisers sa

Parents and carers are being encouraged to seek NHS-approved advice when dealing with children’s minor injuries as more youngsters head outdoors to enjoy the spring weather. NHS 24 says bumps, bruises, sprains and other minor injuries are common at this time of year as children spend longer outside running, climbing and playing. With trampolines, bikes, footballs and playground equipment among the most common causes of minor musculoskeletal injuries, families are being remind

Ayrshire-based Land Energy has been named winner of the Business Excellence Award at the 2026 Ayrshire Chamber Annual Dinner. The award, sponsored by Donnini Apartments, LMA Architects, Prestwick Aerosystems and UKSE, recognises the company’s commitment to strong performance through the alignment of strategy, people and processes, while continuing to deliver value for customers, stakeholders and wider society. Land Energy communications officer David Bone said the business wa