Three men who assaulted police whilst ‘full as a skunk’ handed fines totalling over £1,000

Three men who assaulted two police officers whilst “as full as a skunk at 10 in the morning”, according to a...

Spate of burglaries in Newry as four home targeted by callous thieves

A number of houses in Newry city were targeted by burglars late on Saturday night. Inspector Gibson said: “It was reported...

Motion urges anonymous social media account ban to oust bullies and trolls

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to discuss the merits of calling for a ban on anonymous social media accounts...

New homes near dog kennels refused because of ‘unacceptable living environment’

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s planning committee has rejected an outline application to build two dwellings near a dog...

‘Obnoxious and entitled’ Craigavon man sentenced for sexually assaulting two women at house party

A Craigavon man with a “remarkably high IQ” has been told by a judge “to remedy his ways” as he was...

New £6m Marks & Spencer Food Hall just months from opening in Banbridge

The new £6 million Marks & Spencer store in Banbridge is expected to open within the next number of months. Work...

Man accused of attempting to rob Armagh takeaway to face Crown Court

A man accused of attempting to rob an Armagh takeaway will face Crown Court proceedings next month. The 33-year-old appeared before Armagh Magistrates’...

Ashling murder prompts motion call to organise female self-defence classes

Newry, Mourne and Down Council is being asked to consider arranging for female self-defence classes to be held across the district...

Derrytrasna man facing multiple indecent image charges to face Crown Court

A Co Armagh man who is accused of a litany of charges relating to indecent images of children will face Crown...

From tepees to tea-room: Exciting new glamping site overlooking Camlough Lake approved

A stunning new glamping site overlooking the picturesque Camlough Lake – complete with a communal campers’ ‘hub’ and cafe/tea-room – has...

Drink driver arrested in Portadown replied ‘it’s Christmas’ when cautioned at scene

A man caught drink driving in Portadown on December 25 told police at the scene, when cautioned: “It’s Christmas.” Virginjus Lekavicius,...

Co Armagh toddler Charlie will lose his sight due to rare genetic disorder

A Co Armagh mother has spoken out about the moment she was informed her son would go blind after being diagnosed...