An Ayrshire area has one of the highest coronavirus case rates in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed five people have died overnight after testing positive for coronavirus.The First Minister also announced 928 new cases of coronavirus in Scotland over the past 24 hours bringing the total number of cases since start of the pandemic to 186,720.The Scottish Government unveiled the figures meaning there has now been 6,443 deaths in Scotland since last March from the virus.There are 1, 672 people in hospital with recently confirmed COVID-19 and 108 in intensive

Scottish Government has published new data showing the latest coronavirus infection rates across Scotland. A total of 6,881 positive cases of Covid-19 were recorded in the week between January 27 to February 2 - which represents 6.3% of people tested.

coronavirus in Scotland in the last 24 hours. John Swinney announced the latest figures and confirmed new 895 positive tests were also recorded.

Nicola Sturgeon announced the latest figures at the daily Covid-19 briefing where she revealed there had been a further 1,149 cases of the virus overnight.

iOS and Android.It comes as health chiefs in the region battle to keep pace with Scottish Government targets.

Ayrshire hospitality scene lost its only Michelin star this week.Braidwoods was among 20 restaurants to be demoted in the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2021.The Dalry eaterie was also the longest-running star holder in Scotland.Run by husband-and-wife team Keith and Nicola Braidwood, the venue has been a firm favourite with foodies in Ayrshire and beyond.In a further blow, Mr Braidwood told Ayrshire Live today that the award-winning North Ayrshire restaurant wouldn't be reopening as

coronavirus cases remains high across the country. The latest data released by Public Health Scotland shows that 9,142 positive cases of covid were recorded across the country in the week between January 18 to 24.

Ayrshire has recorded its highest weekly coronavirus death toll since last April.New National Records of Scotland (NRS) data shows that between January 18 and January 24, a total of 46 deaths were registered in the region where COVID-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.That's the highest number since the week beginning April 13 last year when the same measured death toll stood at 51.The grim news comes as a further 15 deaths from confirmed coronavirus were recorded in Ayrshire in the last

East Ayrshire.Officers from Police Scotland searched a property in Kilmarnock Road, Mauchline under warrant at around 2pm on Thursday, January 21.A quantity of cannabis was recovered along with money and other items.A 24-year old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the drugs recovery and he will appear at Ayr Sheriff Court at a later date.A report has been sent to the procurator fiscal.Chief Inspector Nathan Calderwood, of Ayrshire Police Division, said: "Tackling drug supply

East Ayrshire have taken place in one part of Kilmarnock and in the Doon Valley South area.Tragically, 17 people have died after contracting coronavirus in Kilmarnock’s Altonhill North and Onthank neighbourhood.And 17 residents also lost their lives to the virus in the Doon Valley South communities of Dalmellington and Bellsbank.There were no deaths involving COVID-19 in Galston and Newmilns, according to National Records of Scotland (NRS) data.The number of coronavirus-connected fatalities have

South Ayrshire with Covid suppressed in three key areas.Troon, Prestwick West and Coylton have all recorded 0-2 positive test results between January 16 and January 22.Data released by the Scottish Government shows promising signs of a fightback against the virus with the test positivity rate falling by 1.9 per cent.Across the board, the case rate per 100,000 of the population has plunged since a fortnight ago.Between January 9 and January 15, the case rate per 100,000 was 232.7 with a test

Ayrshire detective has ditched his life of snaring rapists and murders to help African people defend themselves from violent gangs.

Ayrshire has recorded a fresh spike in coronavirus hospital patient numbers in the past 24 hours. A total of 235 people are currently battling COVID-19 in NHS Ayrshire & Arran wards, Public Health Scotland data shows — a rise of six from yesterday.

Kilwinning in a bid to help families through lockdown.Woodwynd 's Wee Shoap aims to bridge the gap between more expensive supermarkets and food banks by offering 'friendly, dignified and affordable food support for families and residents.'For just £3 a visit, residents will be able to snap up a choice of food, including fresh produce and personal hygeine products, up to the value of £15.The venture, which opens at Woodwynd Hall on Monday, January 25, is the brainchild of community group ACES

Ayrshire has won the prestigious Bucharest International Music Competition – after competing against top musicians from across the globe.East Ayrshire Council’s brass instructor Craig Anderson, who also teaches at the Royal Conservatoire and plays for orchestras across Scotland, formed Lomond Brass last summer when he sought fellow professional musicians to form a group to play the most difficult repertoire.The group consists of Chris Hart, principal trumpet at the RSNO, Scotland’s national

Scottish Government has published the latest weekly coronavirus data as the country enters into its third week of lockdown.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran hospitals has fallen for the first time in five days.But the deadly disease has claimed the lives of a further 12 people from Ayrshire, according to new Scottish Government statistics.Latest figures show 225 people are currently battling the disease in hospitals within the health board region.That's down 12 on the previous days number of 237.

Ayrshire has recorded its worst week for coronavirus deaths since April.National Records of Scotland data released today shows that 43 death certificates registered in the region last week mentioned coronavirus.The death toll between January 11 and January 17 was only higher between April 13 to 19 when 51 deaths were linked to COVID-19.Across the region last week 13 deaths were in East Ayrshire, 19 were in North Ayrshire and South Ayrshire reported 11.Throughout the pandemic so far East Ayrshire

Ayrshire hospitals has hit a record high for the third day in succession.Latest figures show 232 people were in hospital with confirmed coronavirus at midnight – up 11 from yesterday.There are now 14 people with the disease in intensive care, which is a rise of three.A further 95 positive coronavirus cases have been recorded by NHS Ayrshire & Arran taking the pandemic total to 12,236.A further 10 deaths have been recorded in Ayrshire – among 71 nationwide.Scotland's death toll now stands at