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St Sophia’s Primary - the UK's first EnerPHit certified school is officially opened
St Sophia’s Primary School in Galston - the first EnerPHit certified school in the UK - has been officially opened by Màiri McAllan MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Education, Culture and Gaelic, alongside St Sophia’s stalwart Margaret McVie.
The sound of summer
The Music Service showcased the talent and dedication of children and young people from across East Ayrshire recently with junior and senior summer concerts held at Dean Castle Country Park.
Dads Rock at Shortlees Early Childhood Centre
Shortlees Early Childhood Centre held a special family fun day to mark Scotland's return to the World Cup and the Dads Rock group dropped by to join in the football fun.
East Ayrshire leads the way with local businesses
Local trade and political figures join forces to highlight transformational difference that everyone can help make ahead of Scotland Loves Local Week
Young dancers shine at inaugural Summer Dance Fest
Young dancers from across East Ayrshire took centre stage recently when East Ayrshire Council’s Creative Minds Team presented the inaugural Summer Dance Fest in the Big Top at Dean Castle Country Park, Kilmarnock.
Grange Academy scoops History Challenge trophy at St Joseph’s Campus
S2’s and S3’s from across East Ayrshire took part in the annual History Challenge at St Joseph’s Academy recently.
White Ribbon Cup helps to tackle gender-based violence
Senior pupils from 22 Ayrshire secondary schools joined together this week to take part in a five-a-side football tournament while learning about gender-based violence and the issues faced by women and girls in our communities.
Loch Doon water safety awareness training
246 children and young people from seven primary schools and Doon Academy have taken part in the annual outdoor water safety day at Loch Doon.
Communities across East Ayrshire set to benefit from latest round of Place funding
East Ayrshire Cabinet this week approved proposals for a number of community projects eligible for Pride in Place funding.
Council reports an improved financial position at year end
East Ayrshire Council has realised an improved financial position for the financial year 2025/26 as reported this week to Elected Members at a meeting of East Ayrshire Cabinet.
Kilmarnock Masterplan - Poets’ Corner work to begin soon
The site of the much admired Robert Burns Mural at the corner of John Dickie Street and Strand Street in Kilmarnock will be undergoing a makeover in June, as work starts on a brand new public feature and events space, named Poets' Corner.
Seniors go for gold at East Ayrshire’s Care Home Games
Kilmarnock saw the triumphant return of the Senior Care Home Games last week at which over 60 residents from East Ayrshire represented their care home teams across six sporting events.