3+ hour, 30+ min ago  (256+ words) Every year, keen runners from the school take on the challenge through the streets of Kilmarnock, raising money for a charity or group in the process. This year was no different, with over 50 school representatives taking part in the 10km run…...

5+ day, 22+ hour ago  (454+ words) LOCHNORRIS Primary School is celebrating after being shortlisted in two categories at the prestigious Scottish Podcast Awards The first-of-its-kind 'Write Record Produce Release' primary school podcasting course is designed and delivered by John Mc Blain, and has engaged over 150 Lochnorris…...

6+ day, 4+ hour ago  (100+ words) A NEW chippy will be opening in Cumnock this week with a recruitment drive being launched. Hood's Kitchen Pantry on Craigens Road will open its doors on Friday, June 12 from 4pm. The new premises is looking for counter and kitchen staff…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (359+ words) VOLUNTEERING opportunities are helping to change young people's lives, according to a science learning centre in Ochiltree. The Maid Safe Foundation opened a learning hub in the village back in 2024, offering free education focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (216+ words) BOOKING driving tests will soon become even more restrictive for learners as part of new nationwide changes. From June 9, learners will only be able to relocate their test to one of the three nearest test centres. The restriction is part…...

4+ week, 22+ hour ago  (496+ words) EAST Ayrshire Council is considering buying its own fleet of minibuses as part of a major review of transport services across the area. A report going before councillors next week outlines plans for a new long-term strategic transport approach covering…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (336+ words) DALMELLINGTON Primary School and Early Childhood Centre (ECC) has been praised for its "positive, caring and nurturing ethos". An official from HM Inspectors of Education (HMIE) visited the school recently and carried out a comprehensive overview of what the school…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (497+ words) SECONDARY schools across East Ayrshire have been ranked in a new 'league table' released recently. Published by The Times, the annual list ranks places of education throughout Scotland based on the percentage of pupils leaving school with the Scottish Government's…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (551+ words) NEW figures on school leaver attainment in East Ayrshire show signs of improvement, with more young people achieving key qualifications. However, councillors will been told that gaps linked to deprivation remain stubborn and difficult to shift." More pupils are likely…...

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (244+ words) AYRSHIRE College has won national recognition for its hospitality training at a major UK competition. SVQ Level 5 Food & Beverage student Declan Sloan took gold in the Mixology category at the TUCO Competitions 2026, held at the University of Warwick. He was…...