Published: Thursday, 20th November, 2008 10:00
By Kevin Paterson
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BIRDWATCHERS flocked to Saltcoats on Sunday after an eagle-eyed resident spotted a rare group of exotic birds.
More than half a dozen bird enthusiasts made their way to the High Road armed with binoculars and cameras, as over 60 Bombycillia Garrulus, more commonly knows as Wax Wings, took advantage of the abundant supply of red berries.
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HUNDREDS of people have turned out to pay tribute to young Beith man Lawrence McCall following his tragic death in a knife incident.
SCOTTISH National Party member Anthea Dickson is the new councillor for the Kilbirnie and Beith ward after being elected on Thursday.
A KILBIRNIE soldier who expected to miss the birth of hif first child ended up being sent home from Afghanistan after suffering from an illness and just in time for the new arrival.
MAN TRIES TO GRAB WOMAN INTO HIS CAR
A WOMAN is recovering after a man tried to drag her into his car on Tuesday afternoon.
DALRY TINSEL AND TORCHLIGHT PARADE
THE Tinsel and Torchlight Parade will be an extra special night this year with the Caledonian Pipers leading the way.
A DALRY mum has spoken out about her heartache after her 38-year-old husband died of a brain tumour last week, saying he never once complained.
TWO diehard Old Firm supporters switched sides last Friday to raise funds for Children In Need.
STEVENSTON WAR MEMORIAL VANDALISED
TWO thugs desecrated a war memorial days after poppies were laid in remembrance.
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