This week we look back at the big Irvine and Kilwinning stories and photos from the end of March 2009.

Who can you spot in these Irvine Times pics from 15 years ago?

Irvine Times: Springside

The youngsters from Springside Primary School donned some traditional Viking garb as they took part in a special Scandinavian themed show at the school in March 2009.

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Irvine Times: Boxer

Irvine boxing ace Ryan Brawley scooped the £25,000 top prize in an enthralling night of action at Glasgow’s Kelvin Hall. The 23-year-old southpaw brushed aside Liverpool opponent Stephen Burke in the final bout.

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Irvine Times: Fencedyke

Fencedyke Primary School’s talented hymn singing choir were victorious in the 2009 Ayrshire Music Festival.

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Irvine Times: Lawthorn

There was also a successful prize haul for the wee singers from Irvine’s Lawthorn Primary School during the 2009 Ayrshire Music Festival.

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Irvine Times: Broomlands

The youngsters at Broomlands Primary were celebrating March 2009 after their efforts in healthy living won them a prestigious award.

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Irvine Times: Towerlands

These charitable children from Towerlands Primary had a great time on Red Nose Day 2009. They’re pictured here wearing their special T-shirts.

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Irvine Times: Greenwood pupils staged a music night for Malawi in 2009

Kind-hearted Greenwood Academy pupils put on a special night of music and entertainment to raise money for Malawi back in March 2009.