This week, two massive projects which will have a huge impact on the local area have come central stage.

For those who are sceptical about the 'temporary' development of huge wind turbines at Hunterston, the latest application to incease the size and scope of the plans will rankle.

At the same time Largs Community Council have lost patience with the backroom discussions about the planned commercial woodland, and hydro electric schemes, and si taking the matter to the people of Largs.

Both of these have huge implications for the area.

Read more on pages 3 and 5 of this week's Largs and Millport News.