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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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Flooding Issues on the Annvale Road Must be Addressed! – Haughey

Sinn Féin councillor, Bróna Haughey has said that the severe flooding issues on the Annvale road need to be resolved as a matter of urgency. The Cusher councillor said: “The recent flooding in the Annvale road area has caused serious damage to the road into Keady Glen, resulting in its closure. “I am working with […]

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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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McKernan Calls for Bridge Repair at Old Kiln

SDLP Representative for Cusher Emmajayne McKernan has written to DfI Road Service to request remedial works at the bridge at the Old Kiln on the Granemore Road. Ms McKernan said, “I have been contacted by local road users to alert me to damage to the bridge at the Old Kiln on the Granemore Road.  I inspected […]

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ABC Council Launch Get Future Ready – Employability and Skills Series February 2023!

Throughout the month of February 2023, a wide selection of events, employer visits, ‘have a go’ trials, ‘look and learn’ opportunities, the annual Big Apprenticeship event and a locally focused job fair will all help give local people the chance to gain valuable experience and inspiration to explore a vast array of employment opportunities and […]

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PSNI Begin Operation Seasons Greetings

THE Police Service of Northern Ireland has commenced its annual operation which aims to keep people safe in the run-up to Christmas. Operation Season’s Greetings will ensure that officers and staff are deployed across all districts in Northern Ireland including Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon to deter and detect criminality and provide visible reassurance to the […]

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Public Buildings in Northern Ireland Get Broadband Boost

An event has taken place at the Canal Court Hotel in Newry to celebrate the success of the Local Full Fibre Network (LFFN) and Rural Gigabit Connectivity (RGC) projects, funded by Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The event, which took place on Wednesday 16 November, marks the completion of one of the […]

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Three Local Businesses Crowned Winners at Licensed Catering News Awards!

Three bars and restaurants from the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon borough recently triumphed at the Licensed Catering News (LCN) Awards! The highly anticipated awards – which are hosted by Northern Ireland’s premiere business magazine for the hospitality industry – took place at a Great Gatsby themed event at the Europa Hotel, Belfast. Presented by […]

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Donnelly Welcomes Broadband Upgrade for Tullysaran

Sinn Féin councillor Fergal Donnelly has welcomed the rollout of upgraded broadband in Tullysaran as part of project Stratum. Councillor Donnelly said: “I’m glad to see the work currently being done to bring what I hope will be a much improved quality and speed of broadband into this area. “It’s important that families and businesses […]

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SDLP Select Candidate for Cusher DEA

The SDLP has selected community first responder Emmajayne McKernan as its 2023 Local Election candidate for the Cusher DEA. SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “At a time when ordinary people are crying out for leadership, Emmajayne has stepped forward to be a new voice for Cusher. People deserve a hardworking representative like Emmajayne […]

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Newry and Armagh SDLP Condemns Attack on Keady Orange Hall

SDLP Newry and Armagh elected reps have condemned an attack on an Orange Hall in Keady. Pro-IRA graffiti was dubbed on the Orange Hall on the Crosskeys Road.  Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This is a disgraceful attack on a local Orange Hall and the SDLP condemns it wholeheartedly. Given the nature of […]

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Playtime Declared at New Armagh Play Park!

There was certainly a cause for celebration in Armagh this week, as the newly refurbed Drumbreda Play Park was officially launched – following an investment of £75,000. Children from St Patrick’s Primary School in Armagh, along with community representatives, contractors, elected members and council officials all helped the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and […]