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Boozed-up thug started crying moments after beating his uncle unconscious
A DRUNKEN thug who knocked his uncle unconscious after attacking him with a bottle has been jailed. Kilmarnock Sheriff Court was told that Robert Alexander was "absolutely mortified" by his actions as the 44-year-old appeared in the dock on Tuesday
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Emergency crew attacked with fireworks during callout to Ardrossan bonfire
AN EMERGENCY crew were attacked with fireworks after they were called out to a 'bonfire' in Ardrossan - for the fifth time this week. Fears had been raised over the behaviour of 'gangs' of youths in the grass area between Central Avenue and Queen's
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Arran groups and residents call for marina - with a community-owned ferry
ARRAN groups and organisations are calling on the Scottish Government and North Ayrshire Council to prioritise the development of a transit marina for the island. And they hope it could include a small, community-owned, fast electric passenger
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Drink driver mowed down workmate in Saltcoats after Rangers match
A DRINK driver mowed down his workmate after they had been out watching a Rangers match in a Saltcoats bar. Luke Breakwell and colleagues - including victim Robert Mann - had been staying at the Sandylands Caravan Park, while carrying out their
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The Salt Cot look to expand capacity with new 'raised deck' outdoor area
A SALTCOATS pub is looking to expand with the creation of a new outdoor area. The Salt Cot is bringing a licensing application to North Ayrshire Council which will seek to add a 'raised deck' to the rear of the building. The request forms part
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Man in court charged with murder after death of John Taylor in Kilwinning
A MAN has appeared in court charged with murder following the death of John Taylor in Kilwinning. Kiey O’Connor made no plea when he appeared in private at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Wednesday, October 23. The 26-year-old's appearance comes
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Artisans and businesses invited to join Maritime Museum Christmas market
IRVINE'S Scottish Maritime Museum is inviting local artisans and businesses to apply for a stall at this year’s Christmas Market which, for the first time, will extend over three days. The market, which is free for visitors, will take place in
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MSP blasts Scottish Government over growing A&E waiting times in Ayrshire
AYRSHIRE MSP Katy Clark has condemned the Scottish Government for failing to address the deteriorating A&E waiting times in Ayrshire and Arran, calling the latest figures “shocking”. New statistics reveal 208 patients waited over four hours
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Drug driver who caused Christmas Eve crash while 16-times limit avoids jail
A DRUG driver who was 16-times over the legal limit when he caused a crash in Kilwinning has avoided jail. Alan Petrie left his friend with a fractured spine, and in hospital over the festive period, following the incident on Christmas Eve last
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Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?
Finding a place to park your car on a busy residential street can be frustrating and time-consuming, seeing many drivers opt for any available 'space'. Sometimes, drivers will park in front of a driveway despite the possible ramifications surrounding
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MV Isle of Arran returns to Ardrossan route after successful sea trials
MV Isle of Arran is back on the Ardrossan to Brodick route on Wednesday after completing successful sea trials. The vessel had been in for its annual maintenance but during its absence, the Arran ferry service faced a wave of cancellations.
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Kilwinning death: Man charged and due to appear in court later today
A MAN is set to appear in court today after being charged in connection with the death of Kilwinning man John Taylor. A 26-year-old suspect was arrested yesterday and police confirmed this morning that he had now been charged. He will appear at
