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Fibrus Defends Long Repair of Poyntzpass Broadband Outage

As an internet service provider, Fibrus understands the critical importance of reliable broadband connectivity to its customers, especially those in rural areas. Fibrus is aware of a service outage in the Poyntzpass area. Fibrus is committed to addressing any issues, concerns, and network outages promptly, ensuring its services meet the needs of all residents, taking […]

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Council Encourages Residents to Have a Fun, Safe and Happy Halloween!

Halloween is a time for frightful fun and spooky celebrations, for dressing up and trick or treating, for bobbing for apples and being ‘wowed’ by fireworks – a super exciting time of year for the young and the young at heart! However, as well as all of the enjoyment, activities and entertainment, it is also […]

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Farmer Convicted at Newry Court

Stewart McGladdery, (33), of Grovehill Road, Ballinaskeagh, Banbridge was convicted at Newry Court today (Monday 16 October 2023) of two charges of moving animals into a Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) restricted herd. Mr McGladdery pleaded guilty and was fined £500 plus £15 offender levy. The case arose following the discovery that Mr McGladdery had moved 42 […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Upper Bann

Police Concern For Patryk Kurnyta, 15

Police in Newry are concerned for the whereabouts of the following missing person, Mr Patryk Kurnyta, 15 years old. He is Described as 6ft, stocky build, blonde hair wearing black Liverpool Zip up Top with red shoulders, Black trainers, Black Under Amour bottoms. He was last seen at 1220 hours in the Mountnorris area. He […]

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Expressions of Interest Sought For New ‘Fit For Future’ Scheme

Expressions of interest are being sought for a new grant scheme designed to promote vitality and vibrancy across the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon. The Fit For Future Scheme, which is led by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, sets out to offer grants of up to £20,000 to eligible individuals to […]

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Council Praises Borough’s Ulster Tatler Awards’ Winners

Lord Mayor Alderman Margaret Tinsley has acknowledged local businesses and luminaries who clinched a top award at last week’s prestigious Ulster Tatler Awards 2023. Now in its sixteenth year, the Ulster Tatler Awards celebrate the best that Northern Ireland has to offer in hospitality, beauty, and business. The public were asked to vote in a […]

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ABC Council Calls for PCSP Members

Do you want to help make your community safer? Do you have ideas that could benefit your area? Do you have an interest in local policing? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then why not apply to become an Independent Member of the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Policing & Community Safety Partnership […]

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Savage Expresses Disappointment Over Delays In A1 Junctions Scheme

Sinn Féin Banbridge Councillor Kevin Savage has expressed his disappointment at the decision by the Department for Infrastructure to pause phase 2 of junctions works on the A1 between Hillsborough and Loughbrickland.   Cllr Savage stated “Council was informed by way of letter that the Permanent Secretary at the Department had taken a decision on […]

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Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Craigavon Crime Upper Bann

PSNI Arrest 26 People, Search 21 Properties and Vehicles In 3 Months to Reduce Supply of Drugs

Police in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon have arrested 26 people and searched 21 properties and vehicles in the last three months in a bid to reduce the supply and demand of illegal drugs in the area. District Commander Superintendent McMillan said: “One of the priorities in our local policing plan across Armagh City, Banbridge and […]

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Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh

Security Alert In Tandragee

There is currently a security alert in the Madden Road area of Tandragee following the discovery of a suspicious object. Cordons are in place at Terryhoogan Road, outside Tandragee FC and at Madden House. Motorists and the public are advised to avoid the area at this time. ENDS

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Leitrim Tea Dance Shines a Spotlight on Community Connection

Downpatrick, Rowallane and Slieve Croob District Electoral Area (DEA) Forums once again collaborated with County Down Rural Community Network (CDRCN) and Leitrim Festival organisers, to host a Tea Dance following the success of last year’s event. The tea dance was organised as part of Leitrim Festival and proved to be a huge success with over […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh

Man Assaulted By Gang of People In Tandragee

Police are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of an assault in the Madden Road area of Tandragee. Inspector Tate said: “It was reported that at around 5.30pm on Thursday 20th July, a man was approached by a number of people from behind and punched in the side of the face. […]