Adam M Lyon

Kilmarnock

Reporter at Largs & Millport Weekly News

Journalist • Killie Trust Comms director • Views my own • Got a story? Email: [email protected]

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South Ayrshire Field of Heroes to make next stop in Maybole

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

The major installation is made up of 120 silhouettes of military figures (Image: Contributed) SOUTH Ayrshire's Field of Heroes installation is continuing its journey across the region. VE80 South Ayrshire, working towards the 80th anniversary of VE Day, is creating the historical installation in Ayr's Wellington Square from May 1-10.
Staff wanted for trio of Prestwick Airport food and drink outlets

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

Pints of beer (Image: Getty) KITCHEN staff are being sought for a variety of food and drink outlets inside Prestwick Airport. SSP Group is looking to recruit seasonal staff for the busy summer period for McIntyres, Elvis Bar and Par and Eagle Bar. Full-time and part-time roles are available, with successful candidates providing references and passing a criminal record check.
Glenafton boss challenges players to 'keep going' until season ends

1 week ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Adam M Lyon

Paul Paton has urged his players to keep going until the final game of the season (Image: Glenafton Athletic) GLENAFTON boss Paul Paton has challenged his players to "keep going" until the end of the season with his side sitting comfortably in mid-table. Glens edged a tight game 2-1 against Troon on Saturday, April 12, which pushed them up to 10th in the league. Ollie Rowe and Michael Moffat put the East Ayrshire side two goals in front, before they were pegged back by Troon.
Pharmacy opening times in South Ayrshire revealed for Easter weekend

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

Some pharmacies will remain open (Image: Unsplash, Árpád Czapp) RESIDENTS in South Ayrshire are being urged to check their pharmacy opening times ahead of the Easter holiday weekend. GP practices will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21, but there are other options for support or advice during that time. Some community pharmacists will remain open and can answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide easy-to-understand advice.
'Road traffic incident' closes A78 near Eglinton Interchange

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

The incident is reported to have taken place just before 3pm (Image: Newsquest) THE A78 is reportedly closed near the Eglinton Interchange. Traffic Scotland is reporting that the closure of the southbound carriageway is due to a 'road traffic incident'. The incident is understood to have taken place just before 3pm on Monday afternoon. Road users are being advised to find an alternative route and expect longer than usual journey times.
Pharmacy opening times in North Ayrshire revealed for Easter weekend

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

Some pharmacies will remain open (Image: Getty) RESIDENTS in North Ayrshire are being urged to check their pharmacy opening times ahead of the Easter holiday weekend. GP practices will be closed on Friday, April 18 and Monday, April 21, but there are other options for support or advice during that time. Some community pharmacists will remain open and can answer questions on choosing and using the right medicine and provide easy-to-understand advice.
PICTURES: Sun shines as thousands turn out for Scottish Grand National

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

Thousands donned their best outfits and fanciest suits for a fantastic day in the sun (Image: Charlie Gilmour) THOUSANDS donned their best outfits and fanciest suits for a fantastic day in the sun at the 2025 running of the Scottish Grand National. Following a successful Friday event at Ayr Racecourse, Saturday brought the main event, and the action did not disappoint. Captain Cody won the main race, which was overshadowed by the deaths of two other horses.
RNLI volunteer is latest man at the helm of Troon lifeboat

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

Stephen is now qualified to take command of the RNLI D class inshore lifeboat (Image: Troon RNLI) THERE is a new man at the helm of Troon RNLI. Crew member Stephen Kerr recently passed out as a D class inshore lifeboat helm. Following training and assessment, Stephen, who had been an RNLI volunteer at Troon for almost two years, was put through his paces by RNLI trainer and assessor Alistair Young.
Historic bridge reopens to public following vital repair works

1 week ago | ayradvertiser.com | Adam M Lyon

The bridge was previously closed for safety reasons (Image: South Ayrshire Council) A HISTORIC bridge in Ballantrae has reopened to the public following repair works. South Ayrshire Council has used funding from its ward capital projects programme to make vital repairs to Ardstinchar Bridge. The bridge crosses the River Stinchar, close to the iconic Ardstinchar Castle, and is a popular tourist attraction which is useable by pedestrians and cyclists.
Efforts underway to secure future of Post Office in Stewarton

1 week ago | irvinetimes.com | Adam M Lyon

The Post Office facility is expected to close this weekend (Image: Newsquest) COUNCIL officials and elected members are working together to preserve the vital Post Office service in Stewarton. The Post Office inside the Morrisons Daily store in the town is expected to shut this weekend, ahead of the shop's full closure on Wednesday, April 16.