The Corsehill playpark is set to proceed after receiving additional funding. This will positively affect Kilwinning residents. Kilwinning Corsehill Playpark Project Secures Funding Boost The Corsehill group supports Kilwinning residents. They want to boost social events and education. Their goal is to improve community wellbeing. They manage the Love Hall, a community center. The group’s…
Falkirk food bank suffers its fifth break-in this year, impacting resources for vulnerable community members. Falkirk Food Bank Hit Again Fifth Break In This Year Devastates Hey, guess what I just read? The Falkirk food bank got robbed. This was the fifth time since January 2024. They stole food and equipment, sadly. A security firm…
Wemyss Bay and Largs routes surpass Ardrossan Arran as busiest. Ferry breakdowns and harbor issues caused declines. Arran Ferry Route Dethroned As Scotland’s Busiest CalMac Service CalMac released some ferry stats last month. These numbers cover the year 2024. The Wemyss Bay to Rothesay route saw more traffic, as did the Largs to Cumbrae ferry…
Boy Scouts downsize, ending a century-long tie to their Glasgow townhouse, now up for sale. Scouts to Downsize Ending 100 Year Glasgow Townhouse Connection That building on Elmbank Street? It’s for sale again, you know. Boy Scouts used it way back in 1920. The Clyde Group now rents it, surprisingly, even after a sale. Their…
Police Scotland reviews recruitment due to £25.3M National Insurance costs starting in 2025-26, impacting future hiring. Police Scotland Rethinks Hiring Due to National Insurance Costs The head of Police Scotland, Jo Farrell, spoke recently. She discussed possible changes to hiring new officers. These changes relate to some extra costs. These costs are for National Insurance,…
A rare Scottish hen harrier is missing, sparking a search after a suspicious disappearance near County Durham. Search On For Rare Scottish Bird After Suspicious Disappearance A rare bird called Red is missing. People are looking for this Scottish hen harrier. Her disappearance seems suspicious. The RSPB was tracking Red using tech, and they received…
East Renfrewshire considers £20/hour charge for some social care. Residents are concerned about the impact on vulnerable people. East Renfrewshire Social Care Charges Spark Resident Concern Plans East Renfrewshire might charge £20 per hour for some non-residential care services. The council cabinet approved the plan to begin in July, a decision the council leader called…
Early bird tickets released early due to high demand. Discounted prices available until the end of May! Forres Highland Games Advance Ticket Release Due To High Demand Hey, guess what I just read? Forres Highland Games tickets are available! They’re selling fast, especially to tourists. The Games happen on Saturday, July 5th, at Grant Park.…
Local group restores Tarlair pavilion near Macduff, creating space with cafe, meeting area, and roof access. Community Revives Macduffs Tarlair Pool Pavilion in Art Deco Style A group fixed up an old pavilion that was part of a swimming pool place. The Friends of Tarlair group led this work. The building is Art Deco style…
Construction has started on a £6.7 million watersports hub. It will offer activities, skills & jobs, opening summer 2026. New Watersports Hub Construction Begins in Stranraer This Week Stranraer started building a new watersports hub. This project costs £6.7 million. The ground was broken on Wednesday. Kids club members helped start the construction, and young…