Much-loved Food Fairies receive special gifts in recognition of hard work
A group of dedicated volunteers in an East Ayrshire village have received a special Christmas present as a token of thanks for all their hard work in 2021.
Sanquhar to feature in River City star’s Southern Upland Way ramble
A BAFTA award-winning actor has included his saunter through Sanquhar in the next series of a popular BBC programme which explores the country’s most beautiful walks.
Sorn man fears lack of help over introduction of fire alarms law
A resident in Sorn feels East Ayrshire Council has not done enough to make residents aware of the law on fire alarms.
East Ayrshire towns and villages shine as BBC show explores River Ayr
Towns and villages across East Ayrshire made an impression onscreen recently after featuring in the BBC programme Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers.
Mauchline Holy Fair raising funds in hope of event comeback
Organisers behind Mauchline Holy Fair have been busy fundraising and handing out special prizes to community members as they wait with bated breath to see if the event will go ahead this year.
Santa Claus pays Sanquhar animal shelter a special visit
Clark’s Little Ark, a family-run animal shelter in Sanquhar, held a magical Christmas evening last week, complete with a visit from Santa Claus himself.
Kind-hearted chemist staff fundraise for charity and help with Christmas toy drive
A Patna chemist has been doing its bit for a leading cancer charity - and contributing to other feel-good campaigns in the community too.
Auchinleck woman forced to travel 100 miles for PCR test after surge in cases
An Auchinleck woman was forced to take a 100-mile round trip to Castle Douglas to get a PCR test just a couple of days after Christmas when a slot shortage and surge in Covid cases put the testing system under pressure.
Heartwarming tributes pour in for Cumnock legend Jim ‘Buller’ Reid
Heartwarming tributes have poured in for a Cumnock legend who sadly passed away on Christmas Eve.
Cumnock Juniors FC delight at signing ex-Irvine Meadow midfielder
Cumnock Juniors FC have been marking the festive season by promoting their much sought after merchandise, holding a Christmas tombola and looking ahead to the new year with a whole host of matches to play from January onwards.
