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Ardeer Gala Day returns as Queen Teagan and King Shaun are crowned
Queen Teagan and King Shaun took centre stage as the 2024 Ardeer Gala Day was held at the weekend. (Image: John Keachie) The royal pair were crowned at noon on Saturday, with page boy Robert and Princess Mylah in attendance. (Image: John
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Transport chiefs extend charter of second Arran ferry until next year
TRANSPORT bosses have announced a six-month extension to their charter agreement for the second Arran ferry. MV Alfred, which is owned by private company Pentland Ferries, will now remain on charter to CalMac Ferries Ltd until March 2025. The
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MSP says islanders and ferry users are 'fed up' as vessel is diverted to Troon
An MSP has said islanders and ferry users are "fed up" after an amended timetable for Arran was confirmed by CalMac today. West of Scotland Labour MSP Kary Clark reacted after sailings from Ardrossan to the island were diverted to Troon for the
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Summer safaris and wildlife photography on offer at RSPB Lochwinnoch
NATURE lovers are being invited to join in a range of events and activities at a local RSPB reserve this summer. Whether you want to go on a summer safari, learn how to photograph wildlife or simply enjoy a walk in the woods, the charity has events
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Reduced timetable on Ayrshire trains as ScotRail dispute continues
ScotRail will introduce a temporary train timetable between Ayrshire and Glasgow tomorrow, as the dispute with drivers' union ASLEF continues. It will mean fewer trains between local stations and Glasgow at certain times of the day. The rail
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Ferries from Ardrossan cancelled as service switches to Troon due to weather
Sailings from Ardrossan to Arran today (Tuesday, July 9) have been cancelled due to weather conditions, with a reduced service now sailing to the island from Troon. Ferry operators CalMac blamed strong Easterly winds for the cancellations.
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Pirates, the Titanic and shipwrecks feature in Maritime Museum's summer program
From pirates, RMS Titanic and shipwrecks to creative crafting and model making, there's a lot going on at the Scottish Maritime Museum this summer. The Irvine Harbourside museum's new family events programme promises lots of fun and learning for
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Police helicopter team use thermal imaging to find missing walker in Arran woods
A female walker lost in a densely wooded area of Arran was located with the aid of a helicopter thermal imaging camera at the weekend. The woman got lost in the woods on Saturday, July 6, sparking a rescue effort. (Image: Police Scotland)