Stories By Micheal McKenna
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Banbridge
/ 2 weeks agoSorrow at passing of a ‘dedicated’ St Patrick’s College vice-principal who impacted countless lives
Tributes have flooded in following the sad passing of a “dedicated” school vice-principal – and devoted mother-of-three – who passed away...
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Markethill
/ 2 weeks agoBoundary wall plans beside Gosford Castle approved despite letters and petition of objection
Plans for the construction of a wall – to ‘act as a boundary around the approved residential development’ of new homes...
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Craigavon
/ 2 weeks agoCouncil may consider charging to use EV ports after one motorist ‘sparks’ complaints at Craigavon leisure centre
Officers have been asked to explore the possibility of introducing charges for using electric vehicle ports, with a particular focus on...
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Dungannon
/ 2 weeks agoFears for impact on rural community as ‘beacon of hope’ Caledon primary school closure proposed
A popular Co Tyrone primary school – described as a ‘beacon of hope’ – has been earmarked for closure, despite fears...
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Craigavon
/ 2 weeks ago‘Deeply alarming’: Average Emergency Department wait times in Craigavon close to 19 hours
Average Emergency Department waiting times of more than 18 hours at Craigavon Area Hospital has been branded “totally unacceptable”, as fresh...
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Markethill
/ 2 weeks agoDetails of fines issued to ‘irresponsible owners’ requested after report of man bitten by dog off lead at Gosford
An incident where a man was bitten by a dog let off its lead at Gosford Forest Park has led to...
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Crossmaglen
/ 2 weeks agoHow many more? Another crash prompts calls for urgent safety measures at Ford’s Cross in Silverbridge
Politicians have renewed demands for improved safety at Ford’s Cross in Silverbridge following another serious crash at the troublesome intersection. Sinn...
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Lurgan
/ 2 weeks agoEquality screening sought as councillors disagree on prohibiting e-scooters and e-bikes from caravan parks
An equality screening is now to be brought before a full sitting of ABC Council after parties failed to agree on...
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Banbridge
/ 2 weeks agoHistoric Gilford buildings – in ‘poor state of repair’ – could be demolished and rebuilt as shops
Historic buildings in the centre of Gilford – described as being “in a very poor state of repair” – could be...
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Newry
/ 2 weeks agoAppeal following burglary in Newry
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Newry. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “On Tuesday, December 2,...
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Lurgan
/ 3 weeks agoOn your bike: ABC Council consider banning E-scooters and E-bikes from three popular camping and caravan sites
E-scooters and E-bikes could be banned from ABC Council-run caravan and glamping sites at Gosford Forest Park, Clare Glen and Kinnego...
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Newry
/ 3 weeks agoPolice launch criminal investigation into video of masked men threatening politicians
A criminal investigation has been launched after a video circulated online showing three masked men – two appearing to be armed...
