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Police are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision in the vicinity of Gannon Lodge, Craigavon. Sergeant Innes said: “Shortly before 11.55am today, Thursday 16th June, a report was received of a collision involving a silver BMW. “Extensive damage was caused to metal railings in […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
With summer fast approaching, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is urging green-fingered residents to take care while gardening and look out for potential accidents, risks and injuries. With many people spending more time in their glorious gardens, Council is encouraging everyone to be aware of dangers before attempting DIY garden projects. Here are […]
Alliance MLA Eóin Tennyson has said he is “extremely disappointed” after the PSNI revealed the number of homophobic and transphobic crimes has peaked at their highest level since records began in 2004/05. The figures show homophobic hate incidents increased from 366 to 462, while crimes increased from 246 to 336, in the period April 1 […]
Speaking on a visit to Balmoral Show, DUP MP Carla Lockhart has urged retailers to ensure that, amidst a range of cost pressures throughout the supply chain, farm gate prices are not squeezed to leave farmers in an unprofitable production cycle. After engaging with some of the retailers displaying at the show, the DUP representative […]
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