Lengthy debate sees free swimming for disabled extended across entire borough

Free swimming for disabled people has been extended right across the borough following a lengthy debate at Council last night (Monday)....

Business owner devastated after work van is stolen and burnt out

A Co Armagh business owner has been left devastated after his van was stolen before being burnt to a cinder on...

Councillors asked to cut free swims for disabled and unemployed in Armagh

Free swims for disabled and unemployed people in Armagh looks set to be scraped as councillors will tonight (Monday) be asked...

Popular man and ‘gifted mechanic’ laid to rest following Armagh fire

A popular and gifted mechanic was laid to rest in Armagh on Sunday following his tragic death last week. Kieran Freeman,...

Council seeking views on four proposed greenways across Borough

Funding for feasibility studies into four potential greenway routes across the borough has been secured by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough...

Man caught with drugs in Armagh replied ‘that’s b*****ks’ after caution

A Co. Tyrone man who told police “that’s b*******” after being cautioned for drugs offences has been handed 60 hours of...

Man approaches female at ATM in Armagh before demanding she empty her account

A man approached a female at an ATM in Armagh city centre before demanding she empty her account. Police are appealing...

Second St Patrick’s Day parade to take place on March 17 in Armagh City

A second St Patrick’s Day parade – which will be community led – will take place in Armagh on Sunday, March...

Newry City follows Armagh in securing Purple Flag status for its vibrant night-time economy

Newry City has once again been awarded the Purple Flag in recognition of its night-life. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council...

Local groups given grants boost from National Lottery Awards for All

Community groups in the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon area are celebrating after being awarded National Lottery funding. These are the first...

Planning permission for controversial North-South Interconnector revoked

Planning permission for a £200million north south interconnector has been revoked by the High Court. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) conceded...

Blaze which killed Armagh man was ‘accidental’ says Fire Service

The Fire Service said a “small fire” which claimed the life of an Armagh man had burnt itself out by the...