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Saltcoats man made threatening remarks to ex during 'chance meeting'

5 days ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

Robert Lennox previously pleaded guilty to one charge at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court at a trial diet earlier this year. The 29-year-old admitted that on January 9 this year, during the course of a journey in Saltcoats and at Sannox Drive in the town, he made threatening and abusive remarks towards his former partner and also behaved in a threatening or abusive manner towards her. Defending, solicitor Paul Gallagher told the court that the incident took place after a "chance meeting".
Neighbour shone torch in couple's window and left them too afraid to use bins

6 days ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

Jamie Clark appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court for sentencing on Wednesday, June 18 after earlier pleading guilty to one charge or threatening or abusive behaviour. The 33-year-old admitted that between December 20 and 27 last year, at Hill Place, he shone a torch through the window of a couple's property, and also threw a stone at their window.
Another £250k funding up for grabs for North Ayrshire community groups

6 days ago | ardrossanherald.com | Claire Lindsay

The third round of the Communities and Place Fund, part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, is now open for applications. The fund supports projects that aim to make a positive difference in local areas. It has previously awarded more than £760,000 to local groups. Organisations can apply for grants ranging from £5,000 to £25,000.
Cost of new Ardrossan Campus rockets to more than £114 million

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Neil Smith

The cost of the new campus, which is due to open in 2027, has risen by almost £30 million (Image: JM Architects/Charlie Gilmour) THE cost of the new Ardrossan Campus has risen by almost £30 million, council chiefs have confirmed. Originally budgeted at £86.8 million, a new report has revealed the project will now set North Ayrshire Council back an incredible £114.6 million.
Man put in choke hold and woman kicked in head during street assault

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

Darren Clarke and Holly McNelis both appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Wednesday, June 18 after previously pleading guilty to assault charges. Clarke, 32, of Ashgrove Road in Ardrossan, admitted assaulting a man, seizing him by the body and placing him in a choke hold on St Lawrence Place in Saltcoats on March 23 last year.
Artists and creators set for Arran residency - based in a vintage truck

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Neil Smith

With accommodation being provided at Drumadoon Estate, the Clyde Bioregion Residency Programme is being delivered by and supported by a freelance co-ordinator, working closely with a collective of artists, creative practitioners, landowners and gallerists. They are being supported by North Ayrshire Council, Creative Scotland and Archaeology Scotland.
First Minister's 'long term commitment' to Ardrossan as Arran's key port

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Neil Smith

3 1/1 JOHN Swinney has given a firm commitment that Ardrossan will remain the key port for Arran, after harbour protestors gathered outside Holyrood yesterday. In response to a question from MSP for Cunninghame North, Kenneth Gibson, the First Minister said the Scottish Government is focused on a "long term solution for Ardrossan Harbour" as negotiations to take over the facility from owners Peel Ports continue.
Restoration project in Ardrossan receives major funding boost

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Claire Lindsay

The urban river and floodplain restoration project was given the cash boost as part of the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund. The money will be used by the FRIENDS group to undertake technical surveys, review, and an options appraisal for the restoration of Holm Plantation. The initiative forms part of Scotland's community-led efforts to restore local ecosystems. The second round of the Neighbourhood Ecosystem Fund has distributed £200,000 to 16 projects across Scotland.
Man charged following fatal crash that killed woman and horses

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Adam M Lyon

A woman and four horses died following the early morning incident on the A737 in September. At around 3.10am on Monday, September 23, 2024, officers were called to the crash on the road near Howwood involving a Mercedes A-class car and a MAN box van. A 59-year-old woman, who was a passenger in the Mercedes, was pronounced dead at the scene. A 52-year-old man, the driver of the car, was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.
Free lunches for school pupils at 10 locations across North Ayrshire this summer

1 week ago | ardrossanherald.com | Claire Lindsay

The scheme, running throughout July, is part of the council’s wider support for families and will offer healthy lunches to eligible primary and secondary pupils. Councillor Shaun Macaulay, cabinet member for education and young people, said: "We are delighted to provide packed lunches to children and young people this summer.