Kilbirnie Christmas Lights Appeal
The towns Christmas lights are now beyond repair and an appeal has been started to purchase replacements. Please send donations by cheque payable to KTCMI to KTCMI c/o Radio City, 1A Bridgend, Kilbirnie, KA25 7DF.
Election News- Kilbirnie & Beith Next years elections on 3rd of May 2007 will bring another form of voting to North Ayrshire council. Basically the local ward will be Kilbirnie and Beith. 3 councillors will be elected using Proportional Representation and all will cover the entire Kilbirnie and Beith area.
Summer in Kilbirnie
The long hot summer has meant some attractive flower displays from the Councils Grounds Maintenance are at their best.
North Ayrshire Council have developed a plan to designate Kilbirnie Town centre a Conservation Area after receiving the results of Townscape survey. The survey commissioned by the council has also proposed new links between the Tesco store and the Main street area with a new footbridge and riverside walkway. The proposals will go to consultation in the near future. Cllr J Bell said "The conservation area would protect the architecture of the Town Centre area, and ensure any future developments are sympathetic to their surroundings. The new town centre link proposal is an interesting idea which would link Mill Road Developments to the Main Street." 31st May 2006
January 2006 saw the launch of a new Community Football Club in Kilbirnie. The “Club” is an amalgamation of all the local football teams in Kilbirnie from U8 level through to the junior team The Clubs vision is to become a successful charitable organization which engages the community of Kilbirnie and surrounding areas in various sporting fields focusing mainly on football A launch open night will take place in the Garnock Labour Social Club, Loadingbank on Wed 24th May at 7.30pm when Allan Wilson MSP and Richard Wilson SFA will give a short presentation outlining the clubs aims and objectives and explain how Kilbirnie Community Football Club will play its part in our area Special guest Gordon McQueen A funDraising dance will also take place in the Garnock Labour Social Club on Fri 26th May at 8pm
Kilbirnie and Glengarnock Community Council are holding a public forum on the proposed Ladyland Moor Windfarm, on 21st March in the Walker Hall at 7.30pm. Invited are local councillors, MSPs and the MP as well as reresentatives from WHL who are behind the scheme and the local protest group.
Regeneration Community Planning meeting 10th 11th March Radio City. J Thomson town planners have been commissioned by the Muir Building Firm to look at improving the town centre.
Public meeting to discuss Windfarm implications in St Columba's Church Hall Kilbirnie on 21st February at 7:30pm .
Windfarm proposal for Ladyland Moor. Wind Hydrogen Ltd plan to built a giant Windfarm in the area between Kilbirnie and Lochwinnoch. Details were give in a series of exhibitions including Radio City on the 30th January.
Health Board to provide extended surgery and Dental surgery at Kilbirnie Health Centre, after securing Executive funding.
Volunteer of the Year. In honour of former Community Coucil Chair Helen Graham, the group have arranged an award for the local selected as volunteer of the year to be held in Bridgend Community centre on 31st March 2006.
Health board looking at options for Dental care in Kilbirnie, after local practice goes private. Councillor Bell said "I've been contacted by a large number of constituents concerned about the situation, and have asked both Council leader David O'Neil and MSP Allan Wilson to take up the issue. In the short term I can advise that Dental practices in Largs still have NHS places.17/6/05
Concern at changes to local dentist. Many residents have expressed concern at the recent takeover of the local dental practice and the new owners decision to withdraw from NHS. 1000 members are to be asked to pay £15 per month to remain patients, leaving another 5000 patients with no provision. 16/6/05
To mark this year’s National Smile Week (May 15-21) children at St Bridget's
Primary School in Kilbirnie pledged to cut sugar from their diets during the
school day in a bid to safeguard their teeth.
The youngsters decided to eat only healthy snacks and not to have any sweets,
chocolate or crisps and drink only water and no fizzy pop. The introduction of
the new routine has resulted in a healthier St Bridget’s! Combining the drive to
cut out sugary snacks with a tooth-brushing programme has not only greatly
reduced a few waistlines but also the number of pupils showing signs of dental
decay. Recent checks by NHS Ayrshire & Arran’s community dental officer have
revealed vast improvements in the school’s dental health.
North Ayrshire Council together with the KTCMI to introduce environmental improvements to Town centre. The area around the bus stop in Bridge Street will be cleared and replanted, planters will be set out round the car park as it turns into Milton Road. Cllr. John Bell said that it was great to see the local community working with the council to bring about these planned improvements. Jan 05
Enterprise Ayrshire to deliver Lochshore Master plan by August 2005. The enterprise company have appointed consultants to come up with ideas for a regeneration project. Jan 05
New Tesco store to open on 10th January 2005
Moorpark Place are now advertising in the national press for carers posts in the new autistic care facility.
Tesco announce 180 new full time jobs at the Kilbirnie Supermarket, applications were being provided at open days at Radio City on October 14th and 15th.
Kilbirnie Christmas Night organised by the KTCMI took place on Thursday November 25th 2004, the lights were switched on by Rev Fiona Ross
St Columbas Church have chosen popular Beith Minister Fiona Ross to replace the late David Broster.
Work on the new Tesco store is now well under way with the demolition of the site from the Police station to the carpet shop complete including the old Mission Hall.
First Minister Jack McConnell visited Radio City on June 21st as part of a tour of the area. He also visited the new AEAT plant at Lochshore.
Gala Day took place on Sunday 6th June and was well attended. On show were Police traffic vehicles, army vehicles the Fire Brigade ran demonstrations on how to deal with kitchen fires. The event was opened by Radio City's John Stewart.
Kilbirnie's Civic week Queen Adelle Crawford and her attendants were crowned by local minister Fiona Ross in a ceremony at St. Columba's Church on Sunday evening following a reception at Radio City.
Kilbirnie Tesco Store expected to open by January 2005. Tesco today announced that they hope to start work on the new superstore within the next 8 weeks. 23/4/04
Radio City's Official opening takes place today 1st March. Chair of the Association Greta Jennings will invite HRH The Earl of Wessex to unveil a plaque in the building. Board members, share members and representatives of local schools and community organisations will also be in attendance. 1/3/04
Kilbirnie to lead the way in recycling - North Ayrshire Council will roll-out their kerb side collection scheme starting in Kilbirnie on 15th March 2004. A large plastic container for glass bottles and jars and a bag for newspapers will be delivered to each household with fortnightly collections beginning on 22nd March.
AEA TA announce further investment at Glengarnock with the addition of 40 jobs at a Railways division at the plant.
Radio City Opens- the long awaited Fitness Centre and Healthy Eating Cafe opened to the public today 6th Jan. The staff are giving tours of the building to any one interested. The other facilities will be gradually brought on stream over the next few months. www.radiocity.org.uk
Job Hunters flock to first Autism Centre Recruitment Initiative- Rush For Jobs at New Centre by Craig Nisbet more
Tesco receive planning permission for Kilbirnie superstore.
North Ayrshire Council today gave the go-ahead for Tesco to build a new supermarket in Bridgend. The Store will include a Petrol filling station. Planning conditions imposed will limit the operating and service times of the site to between 7.00 and 23.00, and will allow for designated residents parking, . A new road crossing will also feature in the development. Councillor John Bell said "the new supermarket will encourage locals to shop in the town, and hopefully provide improved opportunities for the other town centre retailers." 8/12/2003
Kilbirnie Christmas shopping night was enjoyed by everyone despite the downpour just as the lights were switched on by NAC Provost Drew Duncan and MP Brian Wilson. Thursday 27th November 2003.
Lights
go on in Radio City- Another sign that the building is nearing completion with
the outside neon lights being tested. A series of tours for the public are being
planned in advance of the full facility opening. 24-11-2003
Broadband now being installed in Kilbirnie- The first ADSL links are being installed this week after the long campaign to make the service available in the town. 5-11-2003
Tamson's No more -The well known Kilbirnie Public House and landmark, known as Tamsons / Rascals has been demolished after a fire. The building has been empty for the past few years although it was bought by a new owner who planned to reopen. Although it was a listed building it was reluctantly allowed to be demolished after the fire on Monday made it a danger to public safety. 5-11-2003
Work is progressing on the Moorpark House Development, making it a first class centre for the care and rehabilitation of young adults with autism. Restoration of the main house will include a Restaurant and Hotel rooms primarily for parents and friends of residents but open to the general public when availability permits. A garden centre, mini-golf and croquet lawn are also planned for the centre.
An
artists impression from Moorpark brochure. My 2 year old is convinced its
Ballamory.
Broadband is coming. BT have finally set a trigger level of 200 after much persuasion from local politicians Allan Wilson and John Bell. This means that we automatically qualify as we had over 300 registrations, it is expected the exchange will be set up by November 2003. Thanks go to Jim Logan who persuaded lots of locals to sign up.
The town centre has been considerably brightened up by the addition of planters supplied by KTCMI congratulations to the members for their efforts.
Garnock Multi sports facility to be opened on Friday 27th June at the resurfaced tennis court in the Public Park.
New Salvation Army Respite Care centre officially opened and named after former North Ayrshire council convenor George Steven.
Tesco lodge planning application for new supermarket in Kilbirnie Town Centre.
Kilbirnie Library Computer suite now open. The suite provides six free internet access terminals, and according to staff has been extremely well used since its launch.
A Planning application for Moorpark House has been lodged with North Ayrshire Council, the building sold to a property development company who plan to use the former training centre into a residential centre for Adults with Autism. The centre expects to provide up to 100 jobs mainly in the caring and security areas. The organisation plans to teach and further develop the life skills and employment opportunities for school leavers who have Autism. 14/3/2003
New
Website launched Monday 24th February 2003
www.radiocity.org.uk
this site which is still under development was launched by former Kilbirnie
resident Lord Blythe at Garnock Academy.
The Garnock Valley Early Years Centre for under 3's was officially opened on Friday 31st January by Council Convenor Sam Taylor, also in attendance were Vice Chair of Education John Reid, MSP Allan Wilson, MP Brian Wilson and local councillor John Bell. 31/01/2003
North Ayrshire Council have agreed to purchase the Lochshore Site from Scottish Enterprise. Ownership will go to the councils development company North Ayrshire Ventures who plan to join up with Hermiston Properties to develop the site. Following on the news of AEA Technologies facility opening here things are now beginning to move forward. 28/1/2003
A new Sports facility was announced for the tennis court area in the Public Park. A multipurpose fenced area will be built providing space for 5-a side football, Basketball, tennis and other sports. It is expected work will start by the end of April 2003.6/12/2002
AEA Battery Technology announced new charger factory at Lochshore. The announcement was made on Friday 22nd November 2002, it is expected that an initial 96 jobs will be created in the manufacture of intelligent chargers for the company's state of the art lithium kaizen cells. It is expected that it will employ 300 in 5 years. Congratulations to Brian Wilson MP for his efforts in securing this facility.