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This week the small village of Gilford was shocked by the murder of Eamonn O'Hanlon. The 36-year-old was stabbed to death outside a property in the Hill Street area of the County Down village during the early hours of Saturday morning.On Monday, his alleged k…
South Armagh woman Aoife McParland has always been a glass half full type of person so when an opportunity arose to take over a children’s daycare business, she seized it, despite being just 23.
One of the most compelling and inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, Christy Moore has a universal fan base and still continues to entertain; cementing him as an Irish icon. Christy Moore has confirmed he will return to Armagh this October.
A rural County Armagh primary school has been earmarked for closure. Kingsmills Primary is expected to be “discontinued” from August 31 next year or “as soon as possible thereafter”.And we followed this up with this story: ‘We won’t let Kingsmills school go d…
Two men will be sentenced next month after the last defendant finally admitted involvement in a series of sophisticated keyless car thefts and car ‘chop shop’ ring.An alleged pervert priest has appeared in court accused of voyeurism. Father Aidan Patrick McCa…
When the newly appointed general manager of Armagh City Hotel Henk Compier first arrived in the city just over 17 years ago, he was initially in for a bit of a surprise. We spoke to Henk about his experiences to date
A new multi-million pound state-of-the-art factory is being planned on the outskirts of Armagh in a development expected to create a large number of jobs, Armagh I can exclusively reveal.An Armagh church’s plans to demolish the former Calverts Tavern pub and …
Sadness has befallen a Co Armagh community following the sudden passing of a young father-of-three. Mark Fleming, formerly of Portadown, passed away suddenly at his home in King Street in Lurgan on Wednesday. Read the full story here.The founder of Saltmarine…
Check out this week's podcast with Madden-born Dani Larkin..
Wednesday April 27, 10am - Brings the kids for a treat day out with Sammy Ragdoll and Eddy Teddy for a morning of interactive entertainment.Thursday April 28, 8pm - The 'triple threat' Sarah McQuaid takes to the Studio Theatre stage to showcase songs from her…
A major housing development has been given the go-ahead on the Lurgan Road in Moira – despite numerous objections! Family and friends of Jody Keenan, who passed away in Newry at the weekend while waiting for an ambulance, have heard her described as a “wonder…
An inpatient memory unit which cares for vulnerable dementia patients is to be “temporarily” relocated next month due to a staff shortage. Assessment and treatment services at The Gillis Unit, on the St Luke’s hospital site in Armagh, are to be suspended due …
A major housing development in Banbridge has been given the go-ahead by planners. A total of 177 new homes are set to be built on the 19-acre site.People who litter are to feel the “full weight of the law” as Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council pursues th…
Parents of Co. Armagh baby, who sustained multiple fractures to her ribs and leg, walked free from court today (Monday) after they were put on probation for a year.Police attended the scene of a sudden death in Tandragee on Monday morning.A young man has died…
One of the biggest issues in the news now is the rising cost of living! My home is gas and I found my bill from last year - in one year my gas bill has tripled. Here we go again, read about as Firmus announce 16% rise in Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon and Newry…
Ann’s Care Home is hoping to build a 14-bed nursing facility at its existing Grouse Care Home at Loughgall, Armagh I can reveal. The company has lodged a planning application for the site at Ballyhegan, which was formerly home to the Famous Grouse bar and res…
An Armagh woman, who met her husband of 30 years when he was a refugee, has answered a call for help by delivering vital food supplies to neighbouring Ukraine.A riding hat and a set of keys were placed on the altar during the Requiem Mass for Armagh man Ciara…
St Catherine’s College in Armagh is among four County Armagh schools earmarked for new builds, the Education Minister, Michelle McIlveen, announced on Monday.Portadown College, Killicomaine Junior High School and St Paul’s High School in Bessbrook will also b…
We love giving back to our readers! And we love working with local businesses to do so! Here's a few prizes we gave away this weekKevin Traynor is the lucky winner of our Fusion Festival ticket bundle giveaway -you've won 2 tickets to each of the following ev…
As mentioned, here is a gallery and video highlights of our People of the Year Awards. We were humbled and honoured by the response from everyone involved. It was a great night and a pleasure to speak to so many amazing people.