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The former Kirkstyle Primary School building in Kilmarnock will soon welcome new owners who plan to use the property as a local training centre.

The Scottish Parliamentary Election is coming up on Thursday 7 May and residents of East Ayrshire are being reminded to make sure they’re registered to vote.

Work has started this week on the demolition of the old fabric factory on Jamieson Road, Darvel.

What is Christmas all about? It’s a time for reflection and looking forward to the year ahead and what’s yet to come.

As we approach the festive season, it’s important to take a moment to think about those in our communities who give so much of themselves to care for others.

Provost Claire Leitch and Councillor Barry Douglas visited Hugh and Margaret Black recently to congratulate them on 65 years of marriage.

“A dog is for life, not just for Christmas” is a familiar slogan often bandied around at this time of year, reminding us all about the responsibilities which come with dog breeding and ownership

Councillor Drew Filson visited Thomas and Carol Robertson from Dalmellington recently to pass on congratulations as they celebrated fifty years of marriage.

Elizabeth Dykes has been celebrating her centenary in Cumnock.

Provost Claire Leitch presented pupils from Auchinleck Primary School with a certificate of civic recognition this week in honour of their commitment to improvement and sustainability.

Depute Provost John McGhee and Councillor Drew Filson visited Patna couple Andrew and Ellen Carmichael recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.

Provost Claire Leitch invited two special guests to the Council meeting this week to receive civic recognition for their work with the lieutenancy of Ayrshire and Arran.