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Nominations sought for West Kilbride Community Council
Nominations are now open to become a member of West Kilbride Community Council and papers must be submitted by Monday 2 February.
13 January 2026

Update on island flooding works
A multi-million-pound project that is part of an Isle of Cumbrae flood protection scheme is expected to start at the end of January.
08 January 2026

Work continues on B781 landslip repairs
Motorists and commuters are advised that ongoing repair works are now expected to be finished in January, after heavy rain caused a delay.
22 December 2025

Three island projects get funding boost
Two organisations on Cumbrae and one on Arran have received funding to deliver projects that support the ambitions of the National Islands Plan.
16 December 2025

Wee Grants for Islands pilot scheme is launched
A pilot scheme of funding to support action on Cumbrae and Arran has been kick-started. The Wee Grants for Islands programme will help community groups.
05 December 2025

B781 to close temporarily for emergency repair work
Heavy rain in recent weeks has led to a landslip next to the B781, near West Kilbride, causing the temporary closure.
26 November 2025

Artist in Residence named for Cumbrae Bioregion project
North Ayrshire Council has announced the successful artist in residence for an exciting placed-based arts residency opportunity on the Isle of Cumbrae
18 November 2025

Council welcome re-opening of Millport Town Hall
The re-opening of Millport Town Hall after renovation works has been welcomed – and hailed a shining example of Community Wealth Building in action.
23 October 2025

Millport bench memorials go on display
Treasured memorial plaques which were previously placed on benches in Millport have have now gone back on display.
24 September 2025

Official opening of new Council homes in Largs
A total of 26 modern and energy-efficient council homes have been built on the site of the former St Mary's Primary School.
19 September 2025
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