News
Conservative minority administration to work in ‘partnership’ with Labour
At the first meeting of the new South Ayrshire Council the ten Conservative Councillors – the largest political group within the Council – formed a minority administration working in a Partnership Agreement with the nine Labour Councillors.
Carrick MP joins caravan tax debate
IN A week which has seen one Scottish MP hold meetings with tourism businesses in Galloway on the new VAT charge on static caravans, Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock MP Sandra Osborne, who voted against the Government’s proposals to introduce the tax, said the move could cost up to 1000 jobs.
Carrick winner at Ayr County Show
The Rotherwood Supreme Champion of Champions at Ayr Show, held at the weekend, was won by last year’s Reserve a Beef Shorthorn Breed, a 4 year old Bull (Podehole Beefeater) which runs at Millerston Farm, Mauchline. The Rotherwood Reserve Champion of Champions was won by The Firm of Bryce Sloan, Darnlaw Farm, Auchinleck with a Holstein Cow in Milk.
Labour and Tory ‘pact’ in South Ayrshire
THE Conservative and Labour parties in South Ayrshire have agreed a “pact” to work in partnership on the council for the next five years.
Girvan fails to make it into good beach guide
Girvan’s beach has failed to make into the 2012 Good Beach Guide though it has passed the minimum standards of water quality.
Sport
Girvan go into final day relegation battle
A goal from Tommy Maitland was enough to secure a crucial three points for Girvan in a home game against Renfrew in the Stagecoach west of Scotland super league first division game on Saturday.
Belfast boost for Wilson
Girvan based International runner Kerry-Liam Wilson had a superb run around the beautiful city of Belfast with a top ten placing in the city marathon and a fantastic new personal best too.
Flat season to get underway at Ayr
THE flat season at Ayr Racecourse gets under way later this month with the Spring Raceday on May 30, followed by Blue Square Raceday a day later.
Lifestyle
Girvan youngsters organise charity gig
YOUNG people in Girvan have organised a charity gig in Z1 Youth Bar this coming Saturday (May 19).
Homeowners run insurance risk
Nearly 3.5 million UK homeowners are putting their homes and possessions at risk by not having adequate home contents and buildings insurance, according to research from MoneySupermarket.com.
Cheaper to rent prime properties
In stark contrast to the general UK property market, research by PrimeLocation.com shows it is cheaper to rent than buy a prime property in the UK, the website’s new Prime Rental Index reveals.
Appeal for child helpers
As part of the national Festival of Museums, the Castle of St John in Stranraer will be opening its doors to a very special event.
Essential pet advice with vet Jo Gourlay
This week we continue looking at the intensely itchy and notoriously irritating condition in horses called sweet itch. Having discussed how it’s caused by a reaction to flying biting insects, most commonly the midge, and how to recognise and diagnose it, this week we finish up learning about treatment and prevention.
Community
Maidens primary school fete
Maidens Primary School is holding its Summer Fete on Saturday 16th June from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Exhibition on Kirkmichael history
THERE will be another exhibition of our local history in the McCosh Hall in Kirkmichael on Sunday, 20th May, 3.30pm – 6pm. There will be new items on show along with other exhibits from our increasing list of local history treasure including–photos; videos; films; maps; school logs; parish registers; newspaper cuttings; interviews etc. Bring along your memorabilia for sharing and recording.
Help celebrate Queen’s jubilee
LOCAL businesses in Girvan are being asked to come together to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee next month.
Marie Curie group raises £4400
The Ayrshire Fundraising Group held their Annual Luncheon for Marie Curie Cancer Care on Wednesday 2nd May. With 175 people attending the event, which this year was held at Enterkine House Hotel, the Lunch was a brilliant success raising £4400 for the local Marie Curie Nursing Service.
Action plan meeting for villages
THE Kirkoswald, Maidens and Turnberry Community Action Plan, prepared over the last eight months, is to be launched at an Open Meeting in Maidens Primary School on Saturday, June 2 between 2.30 and 4pm.
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Weather for Girvan
Thursday 17 May 2012
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 6 C to 10 C
Wind Speed: 10 mph
Wind direction: South
Tomorrow
Light rain
Temperature: 7 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 20 mph
Wind direction: East
