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Daughter takes over father's Burton Roofing manager role

1 day ago | irvinetimes.com | Claire Lindsay

Ashley Finnigan has stepped into the role at Burton Roofing Merchants, as her father, Jim, is set to retire at the end of July after 20 years with the company. The Finnigan family has played a key role in the success of the Irvine branch. Ashley is joined by her cousin John Finnigan, recently promoted to assistant branch manager, and her uncle Robert, who has worked as an HGV driver for five years.
Irvine litter pickers recognised as 'heroes' after collecting 320 bags

2 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Claire Lindsay

The Irvine Clean Up Crew received a Spring Clean Scotland Heroes award after collecting 320 bags of litter in the nationwide initiative. The campaign, organised by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful, saw a collective effort across the country to tackle the litter emergency. Nearly 50,000 bags of litter, weighing 325 tonnes, were picked up during this year's Spring Clean Scotland.
Police charge 14-year-old boy following alleged murder of teen at Irvine beach

2 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Ross Hanvidge

The teenager is due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court tomorrow (Thursday, June 5) and is the third teen to be charged in connection with the death of Kayden Moy. Kayden, 16, died after being found seriously injured on the night of May 17. He was rushed to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock where he passed away a short time later.
Award-winning underwater photographer to give talk in Irvine

3 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Claire Lindsay

Lawson Wood, an award-winning photographer, marine conservationist, and author, will present a talk at the Scottish Maritime Museum on Irvine Harbourside at 6pm on Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. His presentation, 60 Years Underwater, will explore the early days of marine conservation and his role in co-founding the Berwickshire Marine Reserve, the UK’s largest marine conservation area.
Irvine fundraiser to take on 24-hour 'dartathon' in aid of cause close to heart

3 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Murray Grayston

Kieran McKenna will be completing a 'dartathon' at Irvine Park Bowling Club from Saturday, July 19, until the following day. He will be doing so in a bid to raise funds for Diabetes UK - with a fundraising page available here - a cause very close to his heart. Kieran himself is a Type 1 diabetic and only last year he lost his friend, Andrew Gillespie, who also suffered from the condition. The Irvine man is now looking for locals to support his efforts - which they can do in various ways.
Nicola Sturgeon to appear for memoir talk in Stewarton

6 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Adam M Lyon

The current MSP is due to talk about her new book 'Frankly' with author Andrew O'Hagan. The evening promises to provide "thought-provoking conversation about Nicola's captivating, revealing and insightful memoir". The talk will take place at the Stewarton Area Centre on Tuesday, August 12, starting at 7pm. Book your place at www.booknookstewarton.co.uk.
Cop who helped convict serial killer Tobin brings new show to Ayrshire

6 days ago | irvinetimes.com | Neil Smith

David Swindle (Image: David Swindle) TRUE crime fans in Ayrshire are in for a treat later this year when the cop who helped catch serial killer Peter Tobin brings his new live show to Irvine. Retired Detective Superintendent David Swindle will present Murder: A Search For the Truth at the Harbour Arts Centre in November. Ayrshire-born and bred, David will be joined on stage by broadcaster Heather Suttie for a night that exposes the reality behind murder cases.
Irvine Rugby Club pays tribute to 'inspirational' award-winning volunteers

1 week ago | irvinetimes.com | Murray Grayston

Earlier this year, the club's own Fiona Long was named Volunteer of the Season in the Glasgow South Region. While Allan Wilson was the sole winner of the Adam Gray Memorial Award - a special recognition created in memory of the former Scottish Rugby board and council member and Stewartry rugby stalwart, who passed away in March 2020. The award aims to recognise those who have shown an outstanding contribution to the game in the region.
Police found £30,000 of drugs 'intended for prison' in Dreghorn woman's home

1 week ago | irvinetimes.com | Murray Grayston

Officers believed that "most if not all" of the substances recovered from Sharon Gillespie's property were intended to be sold in prison. The 58-year-old pleaded guilty to a pair of charges relating to being concerned in the supplying of controlled drugs when she appeared at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court earlier this week. A police search of her home on Dundonald Road was carried out on April 12, 2023, prosecutor Alasdair Millar told the court.
Police vow to step up public safety on Irvine beach after teen's death

1 week ago | irvinetimes.com | Stewart McConnell

Irvine police inspector Michael Cowan was the guest at a meeting of the town's community council in Redburn Community Centre on Monday night. Most of the meeting was dedicated to an update from police following the tragic events of May 17. Two teenagers have since been charged with Kayden's murder. Inspector Cowan was keen to assure the members and the general public that they would do everything they could to ensure the safety of those using the beach and visiting the local area.