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Social media could be key recruitment aid for Health and Social Care Partnership

2 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Kevin Dyson

The final phase of the plan is expected to be approved this year (Image: Newsquest) EAST Ayrshire’s Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) has set out its plans for dealing with recruitment difficulties. The HSCP’s workforce plan for the next three years includes bolstering traditional recruitment routes with the use of social media.
East Ayrshire set to raise childcare rates for providers and childminders

3 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Kevin Dyson

A report due before cabinet recommends raising the hourly payment for funded childcare for three and four-year-olds from £6.23 to £6.75, and for eligible two-year-olds from £6.38 to £7.07. The move would also align rates for community childminders delivering support for children in need, bringing them in line with providers on the Flexible Framework.
Cup winning duo among those departing Cumnock Juniors as season ends

3 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Murray Grayston

Six members of last season's squad are set to leave after the expiry of their contracts - with a further three players returning to their parent clubs following loan spells. Amongst those heading for the Townhead Park exit door are a pair of "legends" who were part of Cumnock's Scottish Junior Cup winning squad in 2023. The first of those is Jamie Wilson - who held the role of club captain throughout the past season.
Muirkirk darts star matches best European Tour showing as fine form continues

4 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Murray Grayston

'Cammy' matched his best ever performance on the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) European Tour stage. The 35-year-old reached the quarter-final stage of the European Darts Open, which was held in Leverkusen over the weekend. The event is one of 14 regular season tournaments held in front of a crowd. While not considered 'majors', the contests offer increased prize money from regular Players Championships and with only 64 competitors able to qualify.
Man charged with indecent sexual communications and images to 'teenager'

4 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Andy Hamilton

Paul O'Connor appeared from custody today (Monday, June 2) after his arrest in Lambfair Gardens at the weekend. He was reportedly involved in a sting involving an online child protection volunteer group. The 48-year-old entered no plea to allegedly causing an older child to look at a sexual image and communicating indecently with an older child during the petition hearing held in private at Ayr Sheriff Court. He was committed for further examination and released on bail.
Talbot boss eyes 'fresh faces' as club look to build on strong end to season

4 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Murray Grayston

While the Beechwood Park side are out of action at the minute, Sloan admitted "you don't get much time off" as he gets set for his 21st season in the East Ayrshire dugout. The 2024/25 campaign was another solid year for Talbot who ended the West of Scotland Football League (WoSFL) in second place for the fourth consecutive year since the league's inception. Auchinleck also added another League Cup to their ever-growing trophy cabinet as they rounded off their season in fine form.
Fun night ahead as Cumnock Rugby Club host senior awards celebration

4 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Murray Grayston

Cumnock Rugby Club are set to hold their end of season awards this weekend. (Image: Street View) A NIGHT full of fun is promised as Cumnock Rugby Club gets set to host its senior awards celebration. The event will take place on Saturday, June 7, with those interested invited to attend. Anyone looking to secure a spot is asked to message the club on Facebook - with tickets priced at £20 for players and sponsors and £25 for all other attendees.
Gym owner vows to support older generation with free memberships offer

5 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Stuart Reid

Dougie Black, owner of The Unit Strength and Conditioning gym at Borland between Cumnock and New Cumnock, announced his new plan while taking part in New Cumnock's FitFest event. Building on the philosophy of improving people's strength so they can have a better standard of living, Dougie will be rolling out the free passes from July. Dougie has been in partnership with the New Cumnock Development Trust (NCDT), which organised the FitFest event, for the last three years.
Cumnock nursing home prepares for 'relaunch' event after major overhaul

5 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Stuart Reid

Care home manager, Megan Nohar, right, with deputy manager, Isobel Gates, left. (Image: Newsquest) THE team at Cumnock's only nursing home are looking ahead to a relaunch event next month following a major overhaul of the house. Since the beginning of the year, Bute House Nursing Home has been transformed inside and out.
Mauchline farm house on sale for just over half-a-million pounds

5 days ago | cumnockchronicle.com | Stuart Reid

The four-bedroom home, situated on the north-east edge of the town, comes with a detached barn with office, summer house studio and greenhouse. East Hillhead Farm is spread over around 9.12 acres, and has plenty of views of the nearby Ayrshire countryside. Situated in a tranquil yet accessible location, it is approached via a private drive to a tarmacked courtyard. The stone farmhouse was built in 1840 partly of red sandstone and brick, under a slate roof on two storeys with a rendered finish.