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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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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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New Bus Shelter for Old Bann Road Welcome

Local Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has welcomed confirmation she has received following persistent lobbying, that a new bus shelter will be installed at Old Bann Road, Donaghcloney.  This comes following the construction of a footpath to make the area safe.  Also welcoming the addition to the area is Lagan River Councillors, Tim McClelland and […]

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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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Community Constituency Crime Portadown Upper Bann

19 Year Old Charged With Portadown Robbery

Police investigating a report of a robbery at licensed premises at Killycomain Road in Portadown on Saturday evening, January 7th, have charged a 19-year-old man with robbery. He is due to appear at Craigavon Magistrates Court on Friday 3rd February. As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service. Police […]

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Tennyson Thanks Health and Social Care Staff for Work Through ‘twindemic’

Alliance MLA Eóin Tennyson has expressed thanks to health and social care staff in Northern Ireland for their work over Christmas, but cautioned the ‘twindemic’ – recovery from Covid while managing other pressures emerging from other respiratory conditions – will continue to impact due to the absence of an Executive. The Upper Bann MLA said […]

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Concerns Raised Regarding Waringstown Pavements

Local MP Carla Lockhart and Lagan River representative Alderman Mark Baxter have requested that ABC Council assess the conditions of new pavements laid in Waringstown, following concerns about slippery surfaces being raised by members of the local community. Carla Lockhart said: “Even before the recent cold snap, several members of the community in Waringstown had […]

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Thompson Travel International Open 30 years of business

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart joined with Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council, Paul Greenfield, on a visit to local travel agents Thompson Travel International as the business celebrates 30 years of serving the local community. Speaking after the visit, Carla Lockhart said: “30 years in business is a hugely significant milestone, […]

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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 […]