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Find out about the new bin collection service that will be introduced on a phased basis from May 2026.

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James and Esta Sim celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary 23 June 2026
James and Esta Sim celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary
Councillor Jim McMahon visited James and Esta Sim from New Cumnock recently to pass on congratulations as they celebrated fifty years of marriage.
Alex and Helen Linwood celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary 23 June 2026
Alex and Helen Linwood celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Depute Provost John McGhee and Councillor Drew Filson visited Cumnock couple Alex and Helen Linwood recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.
Billy and Ella Kirk celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary 23 June 2026
Billy and Ella Kirk celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary
Provost Claire Leitch and Councillor Billy Crawford visited Cumnock couple Ella and Billy Kirk recently to congratulate them on 60 years of marriage.
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