Huge shed blaze in Hamiltonsbawn was caused by ‘accidental ignition’

A huge blaze at an agricultural shed in Hamiltonsbawn this afternoon (Thursday) has been determined by firefighters to have been caused...

Power tools stolen from building site in Newry

Police have appealed for witnesses after damage was caused and power tools were stolen at a building site in Newry. It...

High Street Mall in Portadown goes on the market with asking price in excess of £2m

High Street Mall in Portadown has gone on the market for a cool £2 million – at least! The centre, which...

Sadness as Newry centenarian Vera McGahan passes away weeks after 100th birthday

Tributes have been paid following the passing of a well-known Newry woman who turned 100 only two weeks ago. Vera McGahan,...

Man cleared of 1994 murders of Co Armagh men on Belfast building site

A man has been found not guilty of the 1994 murders of two Co Armagh catholic workmen workmen at a building...

Two men charged following Newry burglary

Two men have been charged to court following an investigation into a burglary and attempted burglary in Newry this week. It...

NI Water Framework win for Newry-based industrial automation firm

Industrial automation company, Pronto Engineering Group, has recently been successful in the public procurement tender process for the IF029 Software Systems...

Tribute to prominent businessman who ‘leaves a lasting legacy’ for Lurgan

A well-known Co Armagh businessman, who was one of two brothers to set up Avondale Foods, has passed away. Derek Geddis,...

State of footpaths and play parks a bone of contention for councillors

The state of footpaths and play parks in the borough was the ire of many members at a recent ABC Council...

Capacity crowd pack Canal Court for 40th Anniversary Women’s Aid Armagh Down conference

A capacity audience of almost 300 people packed into the Canal Court Hotel in Newry today (Wednesday) for the 40th Anniversary...

Number of Council reps to attend awards dinner cut to three with tickets costing £140 each

With its strong ‘Food Heartland of Northern Ireland’ credentials, the ABC Borough will have pride of place at the annual NI...

Two men released on bail following fight with metal bars in Armagh

Two men have been released on bail pending further enquiries following a fight with metal bars in Armagh. Police are continuing...