Frank Cassidy

Stories by Frank Cassidy

Below are recent stories by Frank Cassidy

• Last updated: 7 Mar 2010 10:00

  Happy Return to South Ayrshire for Miss Scotland

  MISS Scotland made a return visit to snowy Troon last week to officially open a cash store.

• Published: 1 Feb 2010 18:00

  Happy Birthday Ayr United

  EVERYONE connected with Ayr United is looking forward to celebrations this year, no matter how the season ends.

• Published: 19 Jan 2010 12:00

  Troon Citizens of the Year Unveiled

  DAVID and Helen Kelly have been chosen as Troon's Citizens of the Year for their hours of dedicated church work.

• Published: 17 Jan 2010 10:00

  Pinocchio Panto Review

  ANYONE who has yet to see the Glasgow Pavilion panto Pinocchio should get along as there are not many performances left.

• Published: 7 Jan 2010 16:00

  ICED OFF

  AYR United boss Brian Reid is relieved that a seven-a-side complex in the town has managed to stay open, allowing the team to train during the big freeze.

• Published: 18 Dec 2009 12:00

  Rogue Traders Targeted Troon

  A TROON man is furious after being conned by rogue traders who botched up a job carried out on his house.

• Published: 12 Nov 2009 16:00

  AYR MAKE LEADERS WORK FOR THE POINTS

  A BATTLING performance against the league leaders failed to reward Ayr with a deserved point on Saturday.

• Published: 29 Oct 2009 17:00

  PIES, PIPES AND PLUNDERED

  FANS welcomed the new Centenary pies in a piping-in ceremony before the match to great applause - but the pies bo tm ore of a cheer than the team.

• Published: 22 Oct 2009 11:00

  FLY PAST AND PARADE FOR NOSTALGIA EVENT

  RESIDENTS and visitors to Troon are gearing up for the long-awaited Nostalgia Weekend that is taking place next month.

• Published: 22 Oct 2009 10:00

  CHARLES' STEAK PIE SUCCESS

  TROON butcher Charles Duncan has tasted success with his succulent steak pie. Charles' creation rose to the occasion when the judges were deciding on a winner in this year's Scottish Butchers Traditional Steak Pie Competition.

• Published: 22 Oct 2009 09:00

  PRESTWICK ACADEMY HAS THE X-FACTOR

  AMY McGowan found that it was sixth time lucky as she finally won Prestwick Academy's Talent Show.

• Published: 21 Oct 2009 12:00

  WILL AID CHARITY HELP

  A PRESTWICK solicitors' firm is offering residents the chance to make their wills under the Will Aid scheme.

• Published: 20 Oct 2009 11:32

  AYRSHIRE CANCER SUPPORT GRAND RE-OPENING

  Following lots of hard work from volunteers and staff, a popular Ayr charity shop is re-opening.

• Published: 16 Oct 2009 12:05

  FIGHTING SPIRIT EARNS AYR UNITED A POINT

  AYR United came back from the dead against Dundee on Wednesday evening after being two goals down and looking a beaten side.

• Last updated: 1 Oct 2009 11:00

  TROON TAKE CONTROL

  TROON were first to attack in this match when Scott Clelland was allowed space and time to direct a free header just past the post.

• Last updated: 25 Sep 2009 12:00

  Troon Author's Amazing Life Story

  AUTHOR Alex Lochrie has followed a highly unusual career path on the way to publishing his first book.

• Published: 20 Sep 2009 11:00

  A Sumo Extravaganza at Ayr's Ark!

  YOUNGSTERS have been flooding the Ark in Ayr with tremendous fun on the agenda in the town's alcohol-free youth night-club.

• Published: 17 Sep 2009 17:00

  MARK TRUMPS DIAMONDS

  MAGNIFICENT man-of-the-match Mark Roberts trumped former club the Diamonds with a superb leveller as the Honest Men fought back for a precious point.

• Published: 13 Sep 2009 10:00

  Spend a Spook Night with Culzean Castle Spirits

  GHOST-HUNTERS are heading for Culzean Castle to spend a chilling evening at the 15th century caste in a night of supernatural excitement.

• Published: 11 Sep 2009 11:00

  Three Little Ladies Light Up Our Lives

  KATHLEEN, Rosie and Zoe Milne are sisters attending Barassie Primary - with one small difference.

• Published: 5 Sep 2009 12:00

  Troon Nostalgia Event Costume Appeal

  THE organisers of the Troon Nostalgia Weekend have issued an appeal for authentic clothes from the 40s and 50s.

• Last updated: 2 Sep 2009 15:00

  A LATE GOAL SINKS VICS

  KICK-OFF was delayed at this match as the referee was unhappy with the nets at each end, but for a while it looked as if it wouldn't have mattered if we had played with no nets at all.

• Published: 29 Aug 2009 12:30

  Paws for a Walk Dolly: South Ayrshire Pets Charity Bid

  TWO-LEGGED volunteers are being asked to join a special four-legged sponsored walk next month.

• Published: 20 Aug 2009 16:24

  WATER WARNING AS POWER GROUP POISED

  CAMPAIGNERS have forced the country's conservation watchdog into revealing that the River Doon will not have its flow affected - yet.

• Published: 14 Aug 2009 16:04

  You're On Ciggie-Cam

  ANYONE flouting the ban on smoking in public places could soon be caught on a head-worn camera.

• Published: 13 Aug 2009 17:00

  JOUST WITH JAGS

  FORMER Firhill favourite Mark Roberts bagged a wonder goal as United celebrated their return to the First Division with a battling draw against one of the expected title contenders.

• Published: 3 Aug 2009 10:00

  South Ayrshire Award Winners Meet Duke at Ceremony

  YOUNG people from South Ayrshire attended a Duke of Edinburgh's Award ceremony at the Palace of Holyrood House.

• Published: 28 Jul 2009 12:50

  Troon Lifeboat Open Day: RNLI Fundraiser

  VISITORS of all ages gave the Troon Lifeboat crew and their helpers a busy afternoon - without having to leave the harbour.

• Published: 23 Jul 2009 14:00

  UNITED YOUNGSTERS BEATEN BY OWN BOY

  ROSS McBride, keeper with the Ayr United Academy, was responsible for them losing in a penalty shoot-out at the weekend.

• Published: 23 Jul 2009 12:59

  Ayr Salon to the Stars At Famous Festival

  STYLISTS from an Ayr salon had a busy time at Scotland's biggest music festival last weekend.