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MP Offers Assistance to Those Encountering Energy Support Payment Problems

DUP MP Carla Lockhart has said help is available for anyone living in Upper Bann who is encountering problems in accessing the £600 support payment, being issued by the Government as part of the Energy Bill Support Scheme. Carla Lockhart said: “This scheme is welcome, and I know that it will provide a much needed […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Calls for Awareness of Menopause to Increase

Local Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has joined with Knitted Knockers Northern Ireland at their first ever ‘Managing the Menopause – Women’s Wellness Day” event held at Brownlow House on Saturday. Speaking after attending the event, where she was joined by Councillor Margaret Tinsley, Carla said: “This was a very important event, providing an opportunity […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

25 Year Old Arrested in Shane Whitla Murder Case

Detectives investigating the murder of Shane Whitla in Lurgan on Thursday 12 January have arrested a 25-year-old man on suspicion of murder. He was arrested this morning, Tuesday 17 January, and has been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning. Detectives are reiterating their appeal for anyone with information to contact them on 101.  Alternatively, […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Election 2023 Elections Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann

Robbie Alexander Selected as Alliance Party Council Election Candidate in Craigavon

The Alliance Party has selected Robbie Alexander as its candidate in Craigavon for the forthcoming local government elections, scheduled to take place in May.   Mr Alexander has lived locally all his life and currently works in professional services as a chartered management accountant. He is an active cyclist who has raced for local club Orchard CC […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

50 Year Old Man Arrested on Suspicion of Possession of a Firearm in Lurgan

A 50-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm or ammunition in the Princes Street area of Lurgan on Monday January 16th. He remains in police custody assisting with enquiries. Specially trained firearms officers attended the incident and a Conducted Energy Device (CED) was deployed to prevent harm to the person […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

29 Year Old Released on Bail in Natalie McNally Murder

A 29-year-old man arrested by detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team investigating the murder of 39-year-old Shane Whitla in Lurgan on Thursday, 12th January, has been released on bail to allow for further enquiries. The investigation continues and anyone with any information they feel is relevant is asked to contact […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Murder Investigation Launched in Lurgan Following Death of 39 Year Old Man

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have launched a murder investigation following the death of a man in Lurgan on the evening of Thursday 12 January. The man has now been named as Shane Whitla, who was 39 years old and from Lurgan. Detective Chief Inspector John Caldwell said: “Following […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Man Arrested in Natalie McNally Investigation

Detectives investigating the murder of Natalie McNally in Lurgan on 18 December 2022 have today, 13 January, arrested a 46-year-old man in the south Belfast area. He has been taken to Musgrave Police Station where he is currently being questioned by detectives. ENDS

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Election 2023 Elections Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann

DUP Confident Haire Can Secure Second DUP Seat in Lurgan

Local MP Carla Lockhart has congratulated Lurgan native Peter Haire on his selection as a DUP Candidate in the 2023 Local Government Elections, scheduled for 18th May. The new face to local politics will join experienced DUP representative Stephen Moutray on a strong DUP ticket at the polls for Lurgan DEA.  Carla Lockhart said: “I […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Three Masked Men Drag Man Through House in Lurgan

Detectives are investigating an aggravated burglary in the Toberhewny Park area of Lurgan last night, Saturday 7th January. Detective Sergeant Stewart said: “It was reported that at around 8.30pm three masked men armed with hammers and screwdrivers, had entered a house via a back door in the area. The men assaulted the male occupant and […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Newry and Armagh

32 Year Old Arrested Regarding Natalie McNally Murder

A 32 year old man arrested by detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of 32-year-old Natalie McNally in Lurgan on Monday 19th December, has been released on police bail to allow for further enquiries. The investigation is still at an early stage and anyone […]

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Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Stormont Upper Bann

DUP Don’t Know Where to Stand Regarding Protocol – O’Dowd

Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd has said that the DUP are picking and choosing what aspects of the Protocol suit them and that their refusal to form an Executive has punished ordinary workers and families. O’Dowd said: “There has now been a lack of Executive for six months due to the DUP maintaining that the […]