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CalMac ferry crew spend night at sea after aborted berthing attempt (opens the original)
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The crew aboard MV Caledonian Isles were forced to spend a stormy night on the vessel after an attempt to berth at Greenock had to be aborted. CalMac announced on Tuesday, September 29, that the ageing ferry would have to head to the Inverclyde port overnight due to high winds. The conditions meant berthing at Troon or Brodick had been ruled out. However, the Caley Isles was unable to safely berth - meaning it returned to the seas off Arran seeking shelter. CalMac said last night: "Due to the cu
Three charged after 'UK's first known nitazene lab' uncovered (opens the original)
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Three people have been charged almost a year after police uncovered the UK's first known nitazene laboratory in Ayrshire. Ayrshire Weekly Press reported the details exclusively after Police Scotland confirmed the arrests this week. In September 2025, we reported that the drug lab producing potentially deadly synthetic opioids had been found in the region. Read More: Scotland drug deaths rise 11% amid record cocaine toll Speaking to the Scottish Parliament's oversight board at the time, Deputy Ch
Scottish country home dating back to 1822 hits the market (opens the original)
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A seven-bedroom home in Ayrshire, which dates back more than 200 years, has just gone on the market for offers over £685,000. Occupying an enviable position on the edge of the historic village of Colmonell, The Manse is an exceptional Category C listed country house with river frontage and extensive grounds. Set within approximately four acres of grounds and overlooking the River Stinchar and with views of the ruins of Craigneil Castle, the property combines architectural character, privacy and
Ardrossan Harbour work set to begin with no sailings for over a month (opens the original)
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Ardrossan Harbour will close for more than a month from Monday, September 7, as new owners CMAL carry out essential repairs. The company plans to upgrade the fenders along Jerry's Pier and Winton Pier, as well as working on the linkspan and gangway. The closure means the Arran ferry service will operate from Troon only until October 8. The MV Caledonian Isles will head to Troon after the 7pm sailing departing Brodick. A dual service will then run from Troon Harbour alongside the MV Alfred and sh
Scottish MOT testing centre banned for five years for falsifying certificates (opens the original)
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A MOT testing centre in Kilwinning has been given a five-year ban for falsifying certificates. Porter's MOT Station has been sanctioned by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) following an investigation earlier this year. The ban, which came into force in April, was confirmed after growing concern about falling MOT standards. A spokesperson for the DVSA said: "Our priority is to make sure that MOTs are carried out to the correct standard consistently. “Every MOT garage must have the ri
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