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New strongholds for wader recovery proposed
Work is underway on a new approach to help save Scotland’s threatened wading birds.
Specialist police unit takes down criminal gangs behind retail crime
National intelligence unit sees 257 arrests for organised retail crime in first two years of operation
New Clean Air South report highlights role of zero-emission buses in improving air quality
A new report from the Clean Air South network has highlighted the important role cleaner transport and zero-emission buses can play in improving air quality across the South of England.
Couple celebrate wedding in style by catching Northern train with all their guests
A couple celebrated their wedding in style by travelling on a Northern train with all of their guests.
Free and low-cost things to do over May half term in 2026
Check out our picks for the best free and low-cost things you can do with your family in Leeds over the May half term.
‘Professionalism, ambition, credibility and empathy’ – FM outlines principles in first Cabinet meeting
The Welsh Government’s new Cabinet met for the first time this afternoon, following the appointment of Ministers to their new roles last week.
Eastern City BID supports 11 local charity projects through community funding
The Eastern City Business Improvement District is investing £44,000 across 11 local charitable projects, focussing on education, employability and wellbeing in the area.
SATURDAY: Buses replace trains between Ashford and Borough Green & Wrotham for nine days as major improvement work takes place
Customers are being reminded to plan their journeys ahead of engineering work on the railway between Ashford International, Maidstone East and Borough Green & Wrotham beginning on Saturday for nine days.
Brendan and Moira Dixon celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary
Councillor Jim Todd visited Moira and Brendan Dixon from Kilmarnock recently to pass on congratulations as they celebrated fifty years of marriage.
John and Christine Oliver celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary
Councillor Barry Douglas visited John and Christine Oliver from Kilmarnock recently to pass on congratulations as they celebrated fifty years of marriage.
Roy and Tillie Lochery celebrate Platinum Wedding Anniversary
Councillor John McGhee and Councillor Stephen Canning visited Roy and Tillie Lochery of Fenwick recently to pass on congratulations as they celebrated 70 years of marriage.
USAA Remembers and Honors America’s Fallen Service Members with the Return of the Poppy Wall of Honor to the National Mall
600,000 poppies displayed in a powerful tribute to the true meaning of Memorial Day
Brian Holliday appointed Chief Executive Officer of Siemens UK and Ireland
- More than 32 years’ experience at Siemens
- Continues as Managing Director, Digital Industries, UK and Ireland
Burns' Ayrshire heritage celebrated in new brochure
A new publication to promote Ayrshire as the world’s best destination for Scotland’s national poet Robert Burns has just been launched.
Robert and Jean Sharpe celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Provost Claire Leitch and Councillor John McGhee visited Kilmaurs couple Robert and Jean Sharpe recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.
Last chance to get early bird boxing tickets
Discounted early bird tickets for The Big Showdown boxing battle are on sale for one week only.
Sonny and Nessie Sheach celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Provost Claire Leitch and Councillor Ellen Freel visited Stewarton couple Sonny and Nessie Sheach recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.
May half term activities 2026
There is no need for children to be bored this school holiday with activities and sessions on offer in leisure centres, visitor attractions, parks, halls and libraries.
LNER Pipes In The Timetable Return Of The Famous Flying Scotsman Services
The famous LNER Flying Scotsman services between Edinburgh Waverley and London King’s Cross have officially returned to their historic mid-morning timings, thanks to the timetable transformation along the East Coast route.
Ian and Nancy Andrews celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Provost Claire Leitch and Councillor Barry Douglas visited Kilmarnock couple Ian and Nancy Andrews recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.
Reminder: Britain’s railway open for business this late May bank holiday – but passengers should check before they travel
The vast majority of Britain’s rail network will be open for passengers travelling this late May bank holiday – despite planned engineering work.