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Community Constituency Crime Portadown Upper Bann

Portadown: Man Given Life Sentence For Murder of Sister

Kornelijus Bracas appeared before court, Monday 26 January, for offences including the murder of his sister, Alesia Nazarova, and arson with intent to endanger the life of his 12-year-old niece. The 27-year-old was given a life sentence last October having pleaded guilty to murder aggravated by domestic abuse. Today, appearing before Belfast Crown Court, Bracas was told he will […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Lurgan: Residents Evacuated In Security Alert

A security alert in the Shankill Street area of Lurgan has ended. Police received a report at around 4.35 am that a suspicious object had been left in the area. Chief Inspector Tim Flanigan said: “Officers attended the scene along with Ammunition Technical Officers (ATO) who examined the object and declared it nothing untoward. “Residents […]

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Community Constituency Crime Portadown Upper Bann

Police Investigating Circumstances Surrounding Seriously Injured Man In Portadown

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a seriously injured man in Portadown.  Inspector Walker said: “We received a report at approximately 6am this morning, Tuesday 20th January, concerning a man who had been potentially struck by a vehicle in the Loughgall Road area of Portadown. “Officers attended the scene, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

MP Welcomes DAERA Support For BTV Movement Testing Within Control Zones

Confirmation that DAERA will absorb laboratory costs associated with the mandatory pre-movement testing of animals in the designated Bluetongue Temporary Control Zone, has been welcomed by Carla Lockhart MP. The DUP Agriculture spokesperson said: “The BTV-3 incursion was an unexpected blow for farmers in Northern Ireland, and I have been calling for support and mitigation […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Health Upper Bann

Gold Star For Trauma and Orthopaedics

The Southern Health and Social Care Trust’s Trauma and Orthopaedic service has received national recognition for commitment to patient safety, for the fifth consecutive year.  Also, for the first time, the team has been awarded with gold accreditation as a National Joint Registry (NRJ) Quality Data Provider for the high-quality information they provide about joint […]

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Community Constituency Crime Portadown Upper Bann

Half a Million In Class A Drugs Seized In Portadown

The Police Service’s Organised Crime Branch have seized suspected Class A drugs with an estimated street value of £500,000 and made four arrests. Detective Inspector Stickland said: “Shortly before 5:00pm on Friday, 19th December officers stopped and searched a vehicle in the vicinity of Northway, Portadown. Following the search a significant seizure of Class A […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Health Upper Bann

Lord Mayor’s Charity Spinathon Raises Funds For Epilepsy Action NI

From start to finish, the Lord Mayor’s charity spinathon was on a roll, helping raise a fantastic £1,400 for Epilepsy Action NI. Taking place on Friday 12 December at South Lake Leisure Centre, the high-energy event saw participants pedal throughout the day in 30-minute slots, helping turn fitness into funds! Thanks to the generosity of those […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Upper Bann

Lord Mayor to host Evening of Christmas Praise

Join the Lord Mayor for an Evening of Christmas Praise and experience the true magic of the season through uplifting carols, inspiring music and festive cheer all while raising funds for Epilepsy Action NI and Evora Hospice Care, formerly Southern Area Hospice Services. Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Alderman […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Crime Government Newry and Armagh Upper Bann

Council Re-Launches Stalking Awareness Campaign During Global 16 Days of Action

Today marks the start of the international 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence – a global campaign to raise awareness and encourage action to end violence against women and girls. Running until 10 December, it’s a chance for communities everywhere to stand together and call for change. As part of this, Armagh City, Banbridge […]

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Community Constituency Education Government Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

Christian Ethos In Schools Must Be Defended – Lockhart

Upper Bann MP, Carla Lockhart was at the Supreme Court as judgment was handed down in the challenge brought against the place of religious education and collective worship in Northern Ireland’s schools. This case has become a focal point in the wider effort by some to dilute, sideline or dismantle the Christian ethos that has […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Portadown Upper Bann

Shelbourne Motors Drives Home Top Honours at NI Motor Industry Awards

Shelbourne Motors, the prominent family-owned automotive group based in Portadown, led the field of top winners at the prestigious Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards this weekend, securing a major hat-trick of awards. The Portadown firm’s success highlights the exceptional talent in the local industry, with Shelbourne Motors claiming three major accolades alongside other successful local […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Health Upper Bann

Trust Staff Recognised In Edel Corr Awards

There were two winners and a special merit prize this year for the Trust’s ‘Edel Corr Award for Outstanding Compassionate Care.’ Edel Corr was a highly esteemed nursing colleague, who sadly passed away in 2021 and this annual award has been established in her honour. The panel had a very difficult task judging the nominations […]