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Burns aficionados from around the globe descended on Kilmarnock at the weekend as the town hosted the annual conference of the Robert Burns World Federation (RBWF) for the first time in over 30 years.

Ayrshire’s progress to becoming a leader in digital innovation and economic resilience was celebrated at a major event last week.

Provost and Council Leader on visit to transformed town centre building - home to more than 100 workers - as part of Scotland Loves Local Week

Work to revive site hailed as prime model for breathing new life into high streets across Scotland

Shopping Local will pay off for some lucky people in September, with £700 of East Ayrshire Gift Cards being given away to celebrate the initiative’s fifth birthday - people simply need to visit their local shops for a chance to win.

Progress on King Street Kilmarnock is continuing apace.

We can advise that demolition of the property on King Street is now complete, with remedial clean-up works taking place this afternoon. The large demolition crane will move off site later today.

The demolition of the property destroyed by the fire on King Street has been moving at pace throughout the week, with all indications suggesting these works should be complete by tomorrow, Friday 25 July.

Here's our update on the demolition works and restricted access on King Street following last week's fire.

Our teams are still working hard with demolition crews, cleaning squads and shop owners and tenants to clear the debris and aftermath of last week's fire. 

More restrictions on King Street will be lifted from 2pm today, providing pedestrian access and allowing more businesses and retailers to open. 

King Street will partially reopen this evening, following discussions with the demolition contractors and building standards.