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Police launch murder probe after woman found dead in flat

Police launch murder probe after woman found dead in flat
Police have now launched a murder enquiry following the discovery of the body of a woman at a property in Ayr.

The complaints happened within NHS Ayrshire and Arran’s boundaries

Three complaints against Ayrshire health services upheld after investigations

Part of the 'collapse' in Thornwood Avenue, Dalmilling

Part of Ayr street shut after ground collapse as coal bosses launch mine works probe

NHS Ayrshire and Arran's financial deficit will more than double to £56 million, according to a report by finance chief Derek Lindsay

Bombshell report reveals Ayrshire health board deficit will more than double to £56m

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WhatsApp users warned their accounts could be taken over by scammers

WhatsApp users warned their accounts could be taken over by scammers

A formal opening ceremony will be held for the new campus in June 2023

Final phase of £20 million Prestwick North Education Campus complete

Brian Whittle MSP, left, and Colin Smyth MSP, right

South Scotland MSPs lend support Marie Curie's Great Daffodil Appeal

Officers believe that the man pictured may hold information

Transport Police release CCTV image of man linked to Barassie train assault

Unexplained death of woman, 41, at Ayr flats confirmed by police

Unexplained death of woman, 41, at Ayr flats confirmed by police

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) confirmed the date of the first £301 cost of living payment this week

Martin Lewis issues statement on DWP £301 cost of living payment

Check your change - rare 50p coin sells for more than £230

Check your change - rare 50p coin sells for more than £230

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Police seal entrance to block of Ayr flats after reports of an incident

Police seal entrance to block of Ayr flats after reports of an incident

A77 lighting columns and underground cabling roadworks to be in place for three weeks

A77 lighting columns and underground cabling roadworks to be in place for three weeks

Care Home Manager at Greenan Manor, Elaine Hughes, and resident, Ron

Ayr care home raises MP3 player funds for residents living with dementia

It's the last chance to get a vaccine for some this week.

Last chance for under 50s to get vaccinated as scheme comes to an end this week

The Royal Mint has unveiled the final coin in the Harry Potter collection inspired by the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Royal Mint unveils last coin in Harry Potter collection with Hogwarts design

The DWP have confirmed the first cost of living payment will be paid to Universal Credit recipients and more from next month

DWP confirm when first £301 cost of living payment will be received

Crumbs and Cocktails, Ayr

Sheriff court Thug threw bar stool at pub staff member and shoved girlfriend at closing time

OPINION Sharon Dowey MSP: SNP’s independence obsession costs Ayrshire

OPINION Sharon Dowey MSP: SNP’s independence obsession costs Ayrshire

Dr Philippa Whitford MP

OPINION Phillipa Whitford MP: Asylum bill is sinister and inhumane

HMRC's current list of deliberate tax defaulters was updated on March 23

Two Ayrshire businesses named and shamed in HMRC list of deliberate tax defaulters

This stunning home is set in around an acre of formal gardens. All picture credit: Ricky Frew Photography/Corum Property

Ayrshire Property: Near £1.5 million privately commissioned Ayr mansion

Dog owners have been warned of Palm Oil at UK beaches which could be dangerous for dogs

Warning to dog owners over potentially fatal substance at UK beaches

Still Game's Paul Riley is coming to Ayrshire this week

Entertainment Roundup: What's on in Ayrshire this week?

One site which will be receiving funding is the Digital Process Manufacturing Centre in Irvine's i3 Enterprise Area

Ayrshire Growth Deal releases 2021/2022 annual report

South Ayrshire Council offer under 18s free golf season ticket

South Ayrshire Council offer under 18s free golf season ticket

The report confirms ambitious plans for the Aerospace/Space Programme focused at Prestwick Airport

Prestwick Spaceport highlighted for new jobs in £251m Ayrshire Growth Deal report

BBQ, pasta, salt and beer as Ayr's Blackthorn hosts special event

BBQ, pasta, salt and beer as Ayr's Blackthorn hosts special event

Claire Burden, chief executive of NHS Ayrshire & Arran (left) and Crosshouse Hospital

No Ayrshire ‘superhospital’ on the horizon, says NHS Ayrshire and Arran chief exec

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is extending its support for Universal Credit claimants in England, Scotland and Wales

Universal Credit support available to secure higher wages for claimants

Broadband firms, including BT, EE, Plusnet, TalkTalk and Vodafone, increase their prices each April in line with the Consumer Price Index

Two-week warning to broadband customers ahead of price rises

Mars, Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Uranus will all be visible in the sky next week

Five planets to align in rare display - how to watch

The cost of first-class and second-class stamps is set to rise in April

Three-week warning as Royal Mail announce price increase on all stamps

The latest DWP update has revealed 46,716 instances of underpayment

DWP pays out more than £300m after state pension underpayment error

Products sold at Tesco, Aldi, Asda, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and more have been recalled

Supermarkets issue 'do not eat' warnings including M&S, Asda and Aldi

Following Nicola Sturgeon's final speech in Holyrood as First Minister, here's how long you'll have to wait to find out who will replace her as SNP leader

When will the next SNP leader replacing Nicola Sturgeon be announced?

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Cost of school meals to increase, South Ayrshire Council confirm

A night of family bingo at the Scout Centre, Troon

Troon primary school raises £550 with bingo night

"Major development" proposals for 50 new homes in Coylton lodged with council

The care home could be situated at East Road, Prestwick

Plans lodged to build 60 bedroom care home at Prestwick site

Jamie-Lee Harvie has been traced safe and well

Updated Missing Ayrshire girl, 12, traced safe and well - police

Police Scotland Sgt Christopher Hynds was fined £500

Cop who tailed woman who used horn to her home guilty of threatening behaviour

South Ayrshire Police carried out a

Police crackdown on illegal drugs and weapons in South Ayrshire on 'day of action'

The man has been arrested for an incident in January.

Man arrested and charged in connection with Ayr incident from January

Karen's Diner coming to Ayr.

More details revealed about Karen's Diner coming to Ayr next month

Just one of the restaurant's mouth-watering options. Photo: Nanny Mary's/Facebook

Ayr restaurant shortlisted for award at national ceremony

Participants in the Paths for All Spring Step Count Challenge

Paths for All launches spring Step Count Challenge for Ayrshire workplaces

The DWP is warning claimants of Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance about scammers using their information to commit benefit fraud

DWP issues warning to everyone on Universal Credit and Jobseeker's Allowance

The SPA is due to rise to 68 from 2044, but reports suggested ministers wanted to bring that forward to as early as 2035.

Rise in state pension age to be put on hold amid fears of backlash from voters

Medical negligence expert at Fletchers Group, Charlotte Rennox, has rounded up five such ways to help raise awareness of the 'unknown' fines. ( Getty Images)

Drivers warned of 5 ‘unknown’ ways passengers could cost them over £6k in fines

Claire Burden is chief executive of the NHS Ayrshire & Arran health board

NHS reputation challenge 'influenced by media', says Ayrshire health board chief

Jamie Lee was last seen by a family member at Irvine Train Station

Appeal re-issued to trace Jamie-Lee Harvie, 12, missing from Ayr

The string winds are predicted for between 4am and 1pm on Wednesday

Weather warning issued as strong winds set to strike large parts of Scotland

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Scott Robertson: Former Ayr rugby player becomes Head Coach of New Zealand rugby team

Scott Robertson: Former Ayr rugby player becomes Head Coach of New Zealand rugby team