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New arrival gives Largs Thistle an extra boost ahead of league opener
LARGS Thistle's hopes for the new season have been bolstered by the arrival of a new defender - from the team who Stuart Davidson's men will face on the opening day. Kieran Brady arrives at Barrfields after being released by Johnstone Burgh at
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Potential opening date revealed for new shops at former M&Co unit in Largs
NEW stores at the former M&Co premises in the centre of Largs could be up and running as early as September, a public meeting in the town has been told. We recently reported that planning permission had been sought for new signage at the Main
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Largs women's group going from strength to strength with launch of sewing club
A WOMEN's group in Largs is going from strength to strength as they aim to combat loneliness through a new sewing club. The Largs group of the Scottish Women's Institute (SWI) have started a new sewing club after getting funding from North Ayrshire
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Drivers reminded that traffic wardens can - and do - patrol Largs until 10pm
DRIVERS in Largs have been reminded that traffic wardens can and do patrol the town until as late as ten o'clock at night. The warning comes as a member of Largs Community Council (LCC) voiced surprise at seeing a 'parking enforcement officer'
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North Ayrshire urged to think again over second home council tax move
COUNCILLORS in North Ayrshire have been urged to reconsider their decision not to impose the full council tax increase on second homes in the area. The plea comes from Cunninghame North MSP Kenneth Gibson, who says introducing the increase in full
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Popular Largs pub seeks licence amendment and reveals 'BBQ and grill facility' plan
A POPULAR bar in Largs has applied for a change to its licence to cover a planned new outdoor barbecue and grill facility. Sharps Bar, at the corner of Nelson Street and Boyd Street, is seeking permission to amend its layout plan and operating
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Largs Thistle end pre-season programme on winning note after Petershill comeback
TWO goals in two minutes completed a comeback win for Largs Thistle in their final pre-season friendly match on Saturday. The 3-1 win over Petershill at Barrfields made it five wins from five friendly fixtures and ensures Stuart Davidson's men
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Skelmorlie girl plays her part as new 'slime' world record is set in Glasgow
A SKELMORLIE girl has played her part in setting a new world record - for the most people 'slimed' in the space of three minutes. The 'Saturday Mash-Up! LIVE' on CBBC invited 80 children and adults to take part in the record, along with special
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Popular Singing Kettle entertainer heading to Inverkip for family show this weekend
The greatest hits of Artie's 'Singing Kettle' are coming to the stage at the Inverkip Hub this weekend. The popular event, including plenty of singalong favourites, will be performed by Artie Trezise on Sunday July 28. The legendary children's
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Millport pipe band reveals plans for fund-raising race night this weekend
PEOPLE on Cumbrae are being invited to show their support for the Millport Pipe Band at a fund-raising event this weekend. The DA Hall in the grounds of Garrison House will play host to a race night in aid of the band on Saturday, July 27.
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Step to it as Largs cafe staff raise marvellous total for charity foundation
A Largs cafe crew have brewed up a treat for a national charity. Costa Coffee manager Rachel and colleagues Jake and Charmaine, along with friend Arryn, raised £1,200 from a 30 kilometre walking trip to Hunterston Castle. They have thanked
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Good news for Largs as trial pay and display machines installed at seafront car park
Two new trial pay and display machines have been installed at a Largs seafront car park after complaints over long queues. We reported in May that contractors had installed a new pay and display machine ahead of the summer season. But since
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Lifeboat and coastguard teams race to help yacht in difficulty in Millport Bay
THE Largs lifeboat crew and Cumbrae's coastguard rescue team raced to help after a yacht got into difficulty in Millport Bay. One person was on board when the yacht's pickup line got trapped in the vessel's bow thruster. A member of the RNLI
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Duck Race winner revealed after successful Largs RNLI fundraiser
The Largs RNLI Duck Race was a fantastic fundraising event for our local lifeboat heroes. The fundraising branch arranged another successful rubber duck race event on Saturday, July 13 which was well supported by the community. A total of 1,600
