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John Muldoon and Matthew George have been found guilty following a two-month trial at the High Court in Glasgow

Two men guilty of sexually abusing pupils at Kerelaw residential school
TWO men who worked at a Stevenston school for troubled children have been found guilty of the horror abuse of almost 30 pupils.

John Muldoon and Matthew George have been found guilty following a two-month trial at the High Court in Glasgow

high court Two men found guilty of sexually abusing pupils at Kerelaw residential school

Rev Neil Urquhart and Fr Willie Boyd - together known as the Shoes Brothers

Irvine's Shoes Brothers inspired by Elvis for their 11th Christmas single

Santa Grottos to go to across Ayrshire (Canva)

5 places you can meet Santa in Ayrshire this festive season

The survey wants to hear from people who have experience with the North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership.

North Ayrshire Council launches mental health service survey

Councillor McDonald has called for the bus company to take action

Stagecoach 'ridiculously hard to engage with' amidst Montgomerie Park issues

NHS Ayrshire & Arran winter vaccine opportunities are available over the next week

Winter vaccine drop-ins available over the next week

The Shuttle Buses 29/A service is set to be axed.

Only morning bus serving busy Kilwinning area to be axed unless subsidy is secured

The bin schedules are set to change over Christmas and New Years

North Ayrshire Council announces festive bin schedule

Provost Anthea Dickson marked the Changing Rooms initiative's launch

Skills initiatives hope to 'remove barriers to employment'

David Morrison (left) and Barry Brotherston developed the 'Bindicator' chatbot

Three Towns web developers launch bin collection reminder app

iPhone users are being warned of a fire risk caused by dangerous phone chargers being sold on Amazon

Fire warning to iPhone users as dangerous charger sold on Amazon recalled

The Rolling Stone design is the fifth to be released after Queen, Sir Elton John, David Bowie, and the Who

New collectable coins launched to mark The Rolling Stones 60th anniversary

Royal Mint reveals its 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation. (Royal Mint)

10 rarest 50p coins in circulations revealed - how much they are worth

You could face a £2,500 fine and three penalty points on your licence for transporting a Christmas tree in you car this Christmas

Warning you could be fined £2,500 for driving with a Christmas tree in your car

North Ayrshire Council has been trying to tackle the issue through their Energy Smart programme

Residents' need for money advice increases amidst energy crisis

The popular Arran Outdoor Education Centre.

North Ayrshire school trip venue could be axed as part of cost cutting budget

The Dundonald Christmas Fayre takes place on Saturday, December 3

Dundonald Christmas Fayre this weekend: full details of where, when and what's on

The Club will be offering soup and hot drinks during the 'Warm Space' hours

Irvine Water Sports Club offers 'Warm Space' hours

Almost all North Ayrshire secondary schools will close if planned strike action goes ahead.

Which North Ayrshire schools will remain open as latest strike action confirmed

Corespace's new facility in Kilwinning.

New business space opens in Kilwinning - with open day to be held next week

The black mould issue perisiting across multiple areas of the tennants room.

Couple could spend second Christmas sleeping on floor due to black mould misery

The Hospice is looking for donations in the run up to Christmas

Ayrshire Hospice urges public to donate over Christmas period

Buzzworks staff celebrating being named on a different top 100 employers list in 2018.

Ayrshire hospitality group is one of the best companies in the UK to work for

North Ayrshire schools' Day of Dance

Pupils take the floor as North Ayrshire schools' Day of Dance returns

Foodbank worker Craig Crosthwaite thanked the public for their donations throughout the years

North Ayrshire Foodbank to mark 10-year anniversary with event this weekend

Tatsu Restaurant in Irvine thanked its customers after picking up the prize

North Ayrshire takeaways taste success at Scottish Asian Food Awards 2022

Man threatens to blow up summer house in 'pumping wee boys' domestic row

Sheriff court Irvine man threatens to blow up summer house during domestic row

North Ayrshire Foodbank's staff were more than grateful for the generous donation

Irvine Rugby Club gives surprise donation to North Ayrshire Foodbank

Charlie McLean (bottom left) is pictured alongside the other coaches at Irvine Judo Club

Irvine judo coach 'overwhelmed' at news of national award win

Kevin Adam (main pic) received high praise from former Ranger striker Kris Boyd (inset).

All-time SPL top goal scorer congratulates Vics legend on reaching his own record

The Scottish Government has told the local NHS that it must at least plug that initial gap of £26.4m.

£1m-plus spent on agency nurses in a month as Ayrshire health chiefs face £30m gap

The walk will last for around 45 minutes as it goes through Irvine

Reclaim the Night walk returns to North Ayrshire

Warning as criminal gangs cash in through illegal puppy sales

Irvine Library was grateful for the donation of Christmas jumpers from charity Random Acts of Kindness

Residents urged to donate to Christmas clothing drive

The event welcomed over 2,000 eager shoppers

Kind-hearted Ayrshire residents give local charity a £24,000 boost at winter fair

Government launches £1 billion scheme to make middle-income homes energy efficient

Government launches £1 billion scheme to make middle-income homes energy efficient

Police say the man was cycling along Rivergate.

Man treated in hospital after serious assault in busy area of Irvine

Ayrshire Property of the Week. Credit: Corum Property

Ayrshire property: Traditional Troon cottage with stunning sea views

Bernadette MacKenzie and Ayrshire's Wee Fish Van were congratulated in Holyrood for their recent award win.

Award-winning businesswoman of Ayrshire's Wee Fish Van hailed in Holyrood

The new signage at The Ship has been on display since June of this year.

Excitment builds as Irvine’s oldest pub is set to return as Ship Inn to re-open

Police arrested the man following extensive enquiries by North Ayrshire's proactive policing team

Male remanded after reports of a series of thefts in Kilwinning and Irvine

Neeva Nine - otherwise known as Naeve Wilson (inset) - said playing at Hidden Ayrshire was

Hidden Ayrshire 'has potential to put Ayrshire back on the map' says Saltcoats DJ

Neeva Nine - otherwise known as Naeve Wilson (inset) - said playing at Hidden Ayrshire was

Hidden Ayrshire 'has potential to put Ayrshire back on the map' says headline DJ

Evan Williamson (second right) alongside his JDC Scotland teammates.

Irvine teen on 'proudest feeling' as he represents Scotland's youth darts team

Ashley Vaughan, Fullarton Connexions' development co-ordinator

Irvine church launches three 'warm space' sessions every week to help residents

Get your Christmas delivery slots booked at Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more!

Ready to do your Christmas shopping? See delivery slots at Tesco, Aldi, Asda and more

Here are tips to help you save money on your energy bills this winter

How to save on your energy bills this winter

EIS member Mark Smith on a picket line at Ardrossan Academy as all Ayrshire's schools close due to industrial action

TEACHERS' STRIKE Ayrshire schools closed as teachers across Scotland take strike action

Refurbishment work is under way at the site of the DMPC at Booth Welsh's manufacturing space

Work starts on £500,000 upgrade to Irvine digital manufacturing site

Pitchers Bar and Nightclub on Bank Street.

Irvine nightclub applies for extended opening hours on Boxing Day night

The Scottish Maritime Museum's Christmas market takes place on December 3 and 4 (Main image - Google Street View)

Ayrshire crafters' wares to go on sale at Scottish Maritime Museum Christmas market

The jumpsuit Justine ordered (middle) and what she received (right and left).

Kilwinning woman 'cheered right up' by hilarious jumpsuit order mishap

George McDevitt has been sentenced to nine years in jail

Court North Ayrshire domestic abuser jailed for historic crimes spanning four years