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War heroes' 68-year wait for medal has finally ended

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Two Second World War heroes who have waited nearly 70 years for the Arctic Star medal will finally be decorated during a prestigious ceremony this week.

Campaigners submit Magnum petitions

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Save the Magnum campaigners last week submitted a petition listing thousands of people who want to save the leisure centre from being axed.

Hairdresser up for two awards

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

An Irvine beauty salon is in the running for two hairdressing awards.

Dreghorn Primary celebrates official opening with Education Minister

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Dreghorn Primary School celebrated its official opening last week with the arrival of a special guest.

Brownings scoop top bakery award

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Brownings the Bakers’ Killie pie has scooped a top bakery award.

St Luke's nursery is saved

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

North Ayrshire Council has listened to parents’ pleas to save St Luke’s nursery.

North Ayrshire Council takes fight to payday lenders

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

North Ayrshire Council has taken the fight to payday lenders.

Alex Maxwell is 10 years old and in p5.

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

“If I had to choose a team I would say that Dortmund might win this.

Coach turns businesses around

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

It is not often that someone tells you that you have saved their life.

Battle of the bands at Rivergate

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Battle of the bands returns to the Rivergate this summer to find Irvine’s next rock star.

Music revolution on the rise at Kilwinning's PLAYZ

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

A revolution is on the rise at Kilwinning’s PLAYZ community hub as two musicians lead the way for people looking to hone their skills.

Scott goes the extra mile for charity

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Irvine squaddie Scott Brown has been praised for his outstanding fundraising efforts.

Former world cycling champ calls for safer cycling

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Former world cycling champion Graeme Obree led thousands of cyclists to Holyrood to call for funding for cycling safety this week.

It’s smiles all round

Irvine Herald — Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Dental services have been praised after positive figures emerged this week.

Bins brighten up rail station

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Coloured recycling bins have popped up at Irvine’s train station.

Crohns group

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

The Crohn’s and Colitis Ayrshire and Arran Group is meeting next week.

MP slams cuts to bus service

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Residents have continued to react angrily to cuts to vital bus services.

Four North Ayrshire schools cost £12m per year

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Four North Ayrshire schools are costing over £12 million a year to run.

Champion strongwomen head to town

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

A champion strongwoman is bringing the world’s most powerful women to town later on this month.

Irvine man in 1000 mile cycle to German festival

Irvine Herald — Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Cycling to Germany to be greeted by some frightened rabbits may sound bizarre to some, but not to Alan Morton.