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Police report reveals slight rise in number of North Ayrshire robberies
POLICE have revealed a slight rise in the number of robberies across North Ayrshire in recent months. But the good news is that the detection rate for the crimes is well above last year and the five-year average. A report to North Ayrshire
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Light parade through Irvine for launch of Maritime Museum's festive market
A LIGHT parade will take place along Irvine Harbourside to celebrate the start of the Scottish Maritime Museum’s Christmas market next weekend. The popular market is set to return at 6pm on Friday, November 29 with events running until Sunday,
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Ayrshire business thanked after outstanding donation to Crosshouse kids appeal
AN AYRSHIRE business has received a massive 'thank you' after making an outstanding charity donation. This week, the SPAR group store in Crosshouse handed over 100 selection boxes to Kilwinning-based fundraiser Michael Kirkum. The sweet treats
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Council cabinet member accused of being 'economical with the truth' over ferries
ARRAN'S councillor has accused North Ayrshire cabinet member Tony Gurney of being “economical with the truth” in response to his questions on the island ferry service. At a recent full council meeting Labour representative Charles Currie asked
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Almost 45,000 drivers 'broke speed limit' within one week on Kilwinning road
NEW data released this week has revealed that almost 45,000 drivers 'broke the speed limit' on part of a Kilwinning Road over just seven days. The information has been released by the Scottish Government after traffic and speed monitoring equipment
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Kilwinning's Jim presents matchstick model of Troon church to congregation
A MATCHSTICK model of Troon's Portland Church has been presented to the Minister and congregation by Kilwinning's Jim Miller. Jim, known as The Matchstick Man, has been making models for years - and the Troon kirk was his 100th Scottish Church.
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Award-winning Ayrshire travel agency celebrate 15 years in business
AN AWARD-WINNING Ayrshire-based travel agency had the chance to celebrate a major milestone this month. This year marks 15 years of operating in the county for Thorne Travel, which runs three branches locally. What started as a solo venture
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Meet the winners of the 2024 North Ayrshire Employability Awards
THE incredible achievements of trainees, volunteers, modern apprentices and people gaining skills, confidence and work experience have been highlighted at the North Ayrshire Council Employability Awards. More than 120 nominations were made for
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Last chance to have a say on North Ayrshire plans for levy on second homes
TIME is running out to have your say on North Ayrshire Council's plan to implement an additional council tax levy on second homes. The Scottish Government has introduced new powers which enable local authorities to double the rate of council tax
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Blacklands primary pupils enjoying their Native American project
PUPILS at Blacklands Primary School have been enjoying some creative play as part of their Native American project this week. (Image: Blacklands Primary) This week, Primary 2/3 pupils at the Kilwinning school made dreamcatchers as part of their
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Santa's elves to compete in Olympic-style contest for cancer charity
A charity has announced a festive fundraising event to support young cancer patients. The Youth Cancer Trust, based in Dorset, is staging The Elf Olympics to help spread festive cheer and help teenagers and young adults living with and beyond cancer
