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Ayrshire spa and golf hotel crowned best in Scotland
One of Ayrshire’s top hotels has been crowned the best in Scotland for its spa and golf at a national awards ceremony. SimpsInns’ The...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 232 min read


Over £26 million for active travel infrastructure projects
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop has announced the allocation of over £26 million to make it easier for people to walk,...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 222 min read


Six weeks of strikes Planned at Stagecoach West of Scotland bus services as pay talks breakdown
Unite the union can confirm today (21 May) that around 430 Stagecoach drivers will take strike action over six weeks after a breakdown in...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 213 min read


Brig o’ Doon announces opening date for new restaurant ‘Tales’ with bookings now live
To shape the new menu, the hotel recently hosted a series of four Taste Sessions in its iconic ballroom, welcoming 80 food lovers to help...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 132 min read


Working group takes first steps to tackle anti-social behaviour
Following the recent announcement the ScotRail alcohol ban is to be lifted, a Transport Scotland led Working Group agreed that this...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 132 min read


A Legacy in Motion, Billy Bowie, a Family Business, and the Next Generation’s Step Forward
By Euan Ruddick In the heart of Kilmarnock, a name that has become synonymous with both enterprise and community is once again evolving...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 123 min read


£37.3million winter heating help paid to people in Scotland
Over half a million people get payments for winter 2024/2025 Last winter over half a million children and families across Scotland...

Ayrshire Daily News
May 12 min read


Pharmacies open in Ayrshire over the Bank Holiday
With GP practices being closed on Monday 5 May 2025, Ayrshire and Arran residents are being urged to check who to turn to if they need...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 292 min read


Scottish health campaigners call for strong measures to tackle youth and adult nicotine addiction
Leading Scottish respiratory paediatricians, health charity ASH Scotland and Ayrshire & Arran’s Youth Vaping Taskforce are urging the...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 283 min read


Staying on track: Accounts junior to add another marathon to his ledger
Ali Armstrong is showing a real determination to go the distance – keeping pace on his career and marathon goals. The accounts junior at...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 222 min read


Concessionary ferry vouchers scheme extended
From 23 June 2025, young people aged 19-21 who live on Scottish islands are eligible for concessionary ferry vouchers for travel between...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 162 min read


Dobbies’ Ayr store celebrates National Pet Day with garden living tips for dogs
To celebrate National Pet Day today (Friday 11 April), Dobbies Garden Centres has unveiled its garden living tips for dogs, giving...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 113 min read


Stagecoach West Scotland Picks Up Two Nominations For Prestigious Transport Awards
Stagecoach West Scotland, part of the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has made it to the final of the 2025 Scottish Transport...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 102 min read


Thousands of struggling pet owners saved from heartbreak thanks to lifeline charity scheme
STRUGGLING pet owners across Scotland have been thrown a lifeline by the Scottish SPCA’s Pet Aid service, which has helped thousands keep...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 103 min read


Stagecoach Rolls Out New Look Buses Across Its Network
Stagecoach, the UK’s leading bus operator, has unveiled new-look buses, featuring a revolutionised passenger experience, which will be...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 72 min read


Stagecoach support volunteers with free bus travel to Kiltwalk events
Stagecoach is proud to support Scotland’s Kiltwalk this year by offering free bus travel for the ‘Kiltie’ volunteers who help make the...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 32 min read


SAS and St John Scotland partnership to benefit Troon
Life-saving kit which includes vital first aid equipment, and a portable AED has been presented to the newly re-established Troon...

Ayrshire Daily News
Apr 12 min read


Buzzworks Celebrates ‘monumental’ Win As It Scoops Top Gong At Annual Publican Awards
LEADING Scottish hospitality group Buzzworks is celebrating after being named the UK’s ‘Best Managed Pub Company’ at the prestigious...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 282 min read


Travel continues to return towards pre-pandemic levels
The compendium Scottish Transport Statistics publication released today shows that travel across a range of modes has increased over the...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 261 min read


Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme fare changes from April 2025
From 1 April 2025, the Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme will introduce a new concessionary fares structure. This will see a move...

Ayrshire Daily News
Mar 252 min read
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