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Banbridge Community Constituency Government Upper Bann Westminster

Key Milestone in Gilford Playpark Scheme Imminent

Local MP Carla Lockhart has said the much deserved and anticipated new playpark for Gilford will soon be under construction, as it was confirmed that the project will go before the September meeting of the Planning Committee of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council. Commenting, the DUP representative said: “Alongside my Council colleagues Cllr. Paul […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann Westminster

O’Dowd Progressing Vanity Projects Whilst Department Chaos Continues – Lockhart

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart and Cllr Margaret Tinsley have slammed Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd for his decision to proceed with a feasibility study on a proposal to spend thousands of pounds of taxpayers money on a footbridge at the Bannfoot.  The proposed bridge would cross the River Bann between Charlestown village and Columbkile. The DUP […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Police Appeal Following Lurgan Arson

Police are appealing for information following a report of arson at derelict premises at the Kitchen Hill area of Lurgan on Friday 26th August. Sergeant Stewart said: “Shortly before 12pm, it was reported that a fire had started at a derelict building in the area. Colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service attended and […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Government Health Portadown Upper Bann

Smiles All Round At All Stars Summer Scheme

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough (ABC) Council’s fun-filled All Stars Summer Scheme brings smiles to the faces of 41 local young people once more. Organised and delivered by ABC Council’s Sports Development team and supported by the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, the All Stars Summer Scheme brings together young people with disabilities […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency Government Stormont Upper Bann

Time for Chestnut Place Flats to Come Down, says Tennyson

Alliance MLA for Upper Bann, Eóin Tennyson, has called for the flats at Chestnut Place, Lurgan Road to be demolished as soon as possible.   He was speaking after receiving an update from the Housing Executive on the matter, who advised that preparatory work is underway ahead of issuing a contract for demolition.   Mr […]

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Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

A1 Junctions Scheme making progress

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed an update from the Infrastructure Minister that work is continuing to progress towards the A1 Junction Phase 2 Road Improvement Scheme. As local MP, Carla Lockhart has been a vociferous campaigner for the much needed safety improvements. Speaking after receiving an update from the Department for Infrastructure, Carla […]

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Man Charged Following Lurgan Incident

A 30 year old man has been charged with robbery, grievous bodily harm with intent, assault on police, possession of an offensive weapon with intent to commit an indictable offence, resisting police and threats to kill. He is due to appear at Armagh Magistrates Court sitting in Newry on Tuesday 23rd August. As is normal […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Government Portadown Upper Bann

Portadown Pop Up Market

Soak up the last days of summer with a visit to Portadown’s Pop Up Market, jam packed with delicious treats and eats, music, and lots of family fun entertainment. On Friday 26 August, Magowan West Plaza will be awash of colourful sights, lively sounds and delicious scents from 4pm to 8pm as Portadown hosts a […]

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Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Stormont Upper Bann

There Were Always Alternatives to IRA Murder! – Beattie

The Ulster Unionist Party Leader, Doug Beattie MC MLA, has stated that Michelle O`Neill`s comments that “there was no alternative“ to IRA violence, are an attempt to justify the indefensible. Doug Beattie MC MLA said: “Michelle O`Neill`s comments are an attempt to justify the indefensible. Cold blooded murder is always wrong. No-one needed to die to […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Government Lurgan Upper Bann

Mackle Disappointed at Breakdown in ABC Joint Trade Union Negotiations

Sinn Féin council group leading Councillor Liam Mackle has said…  ‘ I am disappointed at the breakdown in negotiations between Council and the three trade unions that represent the vast majority of staff in Council. We would encourage continued dialogue even at this late stage to try and avoid a very damaging strike.  ‘From our […]

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Armagh Banbridge Climate Community Constituency Downpatrick Kilkeel Louth Lurgan Monaghan Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh Portadown South Armagh South Down Upper Bann Warrenpoint

High Temperatures Will Continue for at Least a Week

The NI Weather & Flood Advisory Service has issued the following advisory A Level 1 Advisory for High Temperature has been issued for Northern Ireland. Advisory valid 9th – 15th August 2022 This advisory has been issued due higher temperatures we are to this week and into the weekend. Day-time Temperatures will be in the […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh Sport Upper Bann

Ulster Rally Drives Borough’s Tourism Growth

Organisers of the internationally recognised Ulster Rally, the Northern Ireland Motor Club, are gearing up for another successful high-profile sporting event on Friday 19 and Saturday 20 August having secured sponsorship from ABC Council. The major live motorsport event promises to raise the borough’s profile and boost tourism growth when it returns to counties Armagh […]