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Four of five assaults detected in Largs as police probe Gateside Street incident 02/07/2024

It's the only incident of its kind which went undetected last month

Four of five assaults detected in Largs as police probe Gateside Street incident Police in Largs are still investigating an assault incident in a street in the town centre.

You can claim a free meal at Morrisons Café using this magic word 02/07/2024

Use the magic word!

You can claim a free meal at Morrisons Café using this magic word Morrisons Café have announced that they are offering free meals to customers who say this magic word.

Screen Machine touring cinema confirms dates for long-awaited Cumbrae return 02/07/2024

Some great news for islanders!

Screen Machine touring cinema confirms dates for long-awaited Cumbrae return The Screen Machine, run by the Regional Screen Scotland charity, is to return to Cumbrae this month after a long wait.

Ayrshire energy firm boss calls on people to seek support 02/07/2024

Regulator Ofgem's new price cap came into effect on Monday

Ayrshire energy firm boss calls on people to seek support The boss of an Ayrshire energy company is urging people to seek support following a drop in domestic gas and electricity prices.

Doggy Olympic party is coming to Ayrshire this summer - here's how to join in 02/07/2024

Barking mad! 🐶

Doggy Olympic party is coming to Ayrshire this summer - here's how to join in AN Olympic themed dog party is being held in Ayrshire this summer.

PICTURES: Rydell High comes to Largs Academy in spectacular school show 02/07/2024

A thrilling success!

PICTURES: Rydell High comes to Largs Academy in spectacular school show Largs Academy pupils brought the magic of Grease to the school stage in their end-of-term show

Royal Mint releases new 50p coins to honour Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes 02/07/2024

A piece of history!

Royal Mint releases new 50p coins to honour Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes Royal Mint has released new 50p coins to honour Team GB and ParalympicsGB athletes ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Rupert Murdoch's Fox to launch free rival streaming service to Netflix in the UK 02/07/2024

Would you be tempted to switch?

Rupert Murdoch's Fox to launch free rival streaming service to Netflix in the UK The free streaming service Tubi is set to launch in the UK as a challenge to Netflix, with it being owned by Rupert Murdoch's Fox Corporation

Free dram at Geraldo's this weekend is Highland speciality 02/07/2024

Don't miss this!

Free dram at Geraldo's this weekend is Highland speciality Drop in for a free wee dram to delight the tastebuds this Saturday at Geraldo's gift shop in Largs town centre as Tomatin's host a free tasting…

Final service at historic Largs church marks the end of era - and a new beginning 02/07/2024

A packed church on Sunday for final call

Final service at historic Largs church marks the end of era - and a new beginning The final service has been held at St Columba's Parish Church in Largs, marking the end of an era for the Church of Scotland in the town.

Filthy White Suit announce raucous summer night out in Largs 02/07/2024

A rocking night out!

Filthy White Suit announce raucous summer night out in Largs Filthy White Suit come to town later this month. The band, fronted by singer and entertainer Allan Penders,have announced a new date as part of an…

Line of Duty TV star Martin Compston visits Largs chippy The Fish Works 02/07/2024

Who doesn't love a wee chippy 🍟

Line of Duty TV star Martin Compston visits Largs chippy The Fish Works Line of Duty star Martin Compston visited the award-winning The Fish Works in Largs over the weekend.

Ukrainian fundraising event at Portencross this weekend includes cakes 02/07/2024

All the details!

Ukrainian fundraising event at Portencross this weekend includes cakes South Banks House at Portencross will be hosting a Ukranian fundraiser this weekend on Saturday July 6. The event runs from 12 noon to 4pm and…

02/07/2024

Morrisons joins forces with Largs Foodbank for week long event
STORY: https://trib.al/Sl7FeSj

02/07/2024

Line of Duty star visits award winning Largs chippy

Plans lodged for glamping pod development on Cumbrae 02/07/2024

The public are invited to share their views

Plans lodged for glamping pod development on Cumbrae Plans have been announced to refurbish the former National Watersports Centre at Ballochmartin Bay and build 33 glamping units at the site, after…

Energy price cap falls today but £155 rise expected to take effect in October 02/07/2024

Regulator Ofgem's new price cap comes into force today

Energy price cap falls today but £155 rise expected to take effect in October Ofgem's new price cap for England, Wales and Scotland comes into effect on July 1 but it is expected to rise again when it gets to October

Largs Food Hub says 30 free packed lunches for children have gone unclaimed 02/07/2024

Make sure your children don't miss out!

Largs Food Hub says 30 free packed lunches for children have gone unclaimed The team at the Largs Food Hub has issued a reminder to local households after nobody came along to take up their offer of free packed lunches on…

01/07/2024

An important week in store

Morrisons join forces with Largs Foodbank for week long event Morrison's Supermarket are joining forces with Largs Foodbank by hosting a Food Drive this week to help vulnerable people in the community. Each…

01/07/2024

Kelburn Castle in monochrome
PIC: Raibeart MacAoidh

Police issue warning over telephone scam in Ayrshire 01/07/2024

Be aware! ⚠

Police issue warning over telephone scam in Ayrshire A small number of reports have been received by North Ayrshire Trading Standards and Police Scotland Ayrshire over a new telephone scam.

01/07/2024

'Pat would have been proud'... We take a look back at the memorial tournament remembering a much loved Largs Thistle volunteer and character who always left you with a smile upon your face.
STORY: https://trib.al/Q4EZtLV

01/07/2024

Taking a trip back to 20 years ago in the News archives.
STORY: https://trib.al/q1F5kU6

01/07/2024

Read our review of Largs Live music spectacular - did you enjoy the event and what was your highlight?

North Ayrshire general election candidates on why you should vote for them 01/07/2024

Polling day is only days away

North Ayrshire general election candidates on why you should vote for them Seven of the areas candidates have explained why you should vote for them.

Largs church rector highlights importance of Lord Kelvin's Christian faith 01/07/2024

"In such an extraordinary life, it is a privilege for us that he was a member of our church."

Largs church rector highlights importance of Lord Kelvin's Christian faith The Reverend Mark Goodman, rector at St Columba's Episcopal Church, reflected on the 200th anniversary of the birth of William Thomson, Baron…

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar visits North Ayrshire to support candidate 01/07/2024

Scottish Labour leader on campaign trail in North Ayrshire

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar visits North Ayrshire to support candidate Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar joined North Ayrshire & Arran candidate Irene Campbell on the campaign trail at the weekend.

Review: Largs Live was a rocking success as music fans flock to local venues 01/07/2024

See if you recognise yourself in our photos!

Review: Largs Live was a rocking success as music fans flock to local venues Largs Live provided a feast of musical entertainment across three days as pubs were packed for the spectacular event.

73 winners to be announced in Ayrshire Hospice summer draw 01/07/2024

A great way to support the charity

73 winners to be announced in Ayrshire Hospice summer draw Over 70 winners will take home a cash prize in this year's Ayrshire Hospice Summer Super Draw.

Largs police praised by MSP after 100 per cent detection rate for shoplifting 01/07/2024

Police had a 100% detection rate for shoplifting last month.

Largs police praised by MSP after 100 per cent detection rate for shoplifting West Scotland MSP Jamie Greene has commended local police for their “exceptional” record of targeting shoplifters following a recent spate of…

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🎥 Largs Thistle trophy presentation after winning Pat Rall memorial tournament 3-2 v Maryhill this afternoon
Largs Live Crisis final performance
Largs Live hitting 'Top Gear' at The George courtesy of Eugene STORY: https://www.largsandmillportnews.com/news/24403789...
🎥 Eugene live at The George till 6.30pm!
Paul Murdoch live at Largs Live at The Three Reason
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Did Churchill ever visit Largs? Retired businessman Ken Welch tells amazing story about how his late friend Hugh McKie b...
DDay 80th anniversary service in West Kilbride

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