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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Memorial Unveiled in Newry to Honour TT Winning Motorcyclist Norman Brown

A memorial has been unveiled in Newry to honour the TT winning motorcyclist Norman Brown. In the short 4 years Norman raced competitively he amassed over 40 wins and over 50 other podium finishes. It was on the 1st Sept 1981 that he first visited the Isle Of Man to compete at the Manx GP […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Men Arrested Following Searches of Three Properties in Newry

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have conducted pro-active searches of three properties in the Newry area earlier today and arrested two men. Detective Inspector Shaw said: “The men, aged 33 and 69, were arrested on suspicion of possession on class B drugs and possession of class B drugs with […]

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Banbridge Community Government Upper Bann Westminster

MP and NI Minister Pay Visit to B-Positive Adam

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has joined with Minister of State for Northern Ireland, Conor Burns MP, on a visit to inspirational Adam Watson at his home in Banbridge. Adam and his parents, David and Sara, were able to speak to the Minister about their journey, and the need for greater investment into research and […]

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Community Downpatrick Government South Down Stormont

Patrick Brown MLA Wants to Prioritse the Restoration of the Quoile River

Patrick Brown last week met with a number of coarse fishermen campaigning as part of the Restore the Quoile community group, who want to ensure the river can thrive as a safe and accessible community angling hub. Mr Brown said: ‘The Quoile River has the potential to be a treasured and valuable resource for our […]

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Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Two Arrested Following Warringstown Search

Two men have been arrested following a search in Waringstown on Tuesday, June 14. Sergeant Moore said: “The two men, aged in their twenties and fifties, were arrested on suspicion of drugs offences and remain in custody, assisting with enquiries. “During the search, a quantity of suspected Class A controlled drugs was seized, along with […]

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Community Government Lifestyle Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

UK Pipe Bands Championship a Musical and Cultural Extravaganza

Local MP Carla Lockhart has praised the competitors and organisers of the UK Pipe Band Championships, which brought thousands of people to Lurgan Park on Saturday. The DUP representative joined the crowds enjoying the performances, and after the event said: “This was a fantastic day out for the whole family, and it was wonderful to […]

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Banbridge Crime Upper Bann

Two Charged Following Banbridge Assault

Two men have been charged following a report of an assault which took place at the Oak Lodge area of Banbridge on Monday 6th June. A 45 year old man has been charged with a number of offences including kidnap, blackmail, false imprisonment and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. A 36 year old man has […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Council Government Lurgan Portadown Sport Upper Bann

Girls ‘Stick with Diversity’ Through Camogie and Hockey Completes Another Season

Young sportswomen were once again invited to take part in the unique cross community programme aimed at building skills on the sports field and building relationships in the community. The ‘Stick with Diversity’ programme has just finished its second run and organisers were able to build on last year’s successful inaugural event. Last Autumn (2021) […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Council Crime Government Lurgan Portadown Upper Bann

Local ‘RAPID’ Bin Initiative Takes Thousands of Pills off Borough’s Streets

A campaign to help dispose of unwanted or unused drugs, whether prescribed or illegal, takes more than 65,000 pills off Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon (ABC) borough streets since its launch in 2018. Led by ABC Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP), ‘RAPID’ (Remove All Prescription and Illegal Drugs) is an initiative that promotes and facilitates […]

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Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Lurgan Man Sentenced For Child Cruelty and Indecency

Thursday 9th June, a 69 year old man from the Lurgan area was sentenced at Craigavon Crown Court for gross indecency with/towards a child, indecent assault and child cruelty. The man, who cannot be named in order to protect the victim’s identity, will serve 8 years in prison and a further 2 years on probation. Detective […]

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Community Council Government Newry NMD Council Politics South Armagh South Down

Finnegan Keen to Deliver Real Change as Deputy Chair of Council

Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has said she is keen to deliver real and progressive change to workers and families across the district.  The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “I’m delighted to be selected by the Sinn Féin team for this role as Deputy Chair of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and I’m honoured to […]

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Community Crime Government Stormont Upper Bann

Video Mocking the Murder of Michaela McAreavey is Abhorrent, Disgusting and Shameful – Beattie

Ulster Unionist Party leader, Doug Beattie MC MLA, has condemned those involved in singing a vile song about the murder of Michaela McAreavey. Doug Beattie MC MLA said: “I am sickened by the video of a centenary event being used to mock the murder of Michaela McAreavey. It is absolutely abhorrent, disgusting and shameful. Those involved […]