Police confirm ‘concerning’ rise in incidents of young people carrying knives in Lurgan

There has been a “concerning” rise in incidents of young people carrying knives in the Lurgan area, police have confirmed. This...

Man accused of assault on coffee shop owner and threatening to ‘stab’ him to death gets bail

A man who is accused of punching a Co Armagh coffee shop owner in the stomach and threatening to “stab” him...

Police confirm pre-arranged fights in Lurgan Park as anti-social behaviour soars

Lurgan Park has been the venue of pre-arranged fights for youths and most of the surrounding area has seen a “significant”...

Man who struggled with police and headbutted officer fined £250 and ordered to pay compensation

A man who struggled with police as they tried to arrest him and headbutted one officer in the chin has been...

Middletown man who sold fireworks to plain clothed officers without checking for licence fined £500

A Middletown man who failed to check for licences of two plain clothed police officers before selling them fireworks has been...

The Right Prescription: Armagh pharmacist Paul McKeever celebrates 20 years of success

Twenty years ago – May 1st, 2001 to be exact – a young County Armagh pharmacist opened his first store at...

Long-held plans for exciting community trails through south Armagh forest set to become reality

Community trails are to be developed at a forest in scenic south Armagh to bring a source of leisure and enjoyment...

Heartbreak at sad passing of Armagh mother-of-two Carla following brave battle with cancer

A Co Armagh mother-of-two has tragically passed away following a brave battle with cancer. Carla McVeigh, from Clady, had fought Triple...

Yes for M&S..New £6m Food Hall and ‘retail warehouse’ in Banbridge up for approval

A £6 million development in Banbridge – to include an M&S Food Hall and ‘retail warehouse’ – could create up to...

Police welcome as man sentenced for shooting dead ‘much-loved’ pet dog

Police have welcomed the conviction of a man for shooting a dog without lawful excuse. Appearing at Newry Magistrates’ Court, Alan...

Lockdowns and alcohol lead to rise in harassment and domestic violence across ABC borough

There has been a rise in harassment offences and domestic violence incidents on last year to date in the Armagh City,...

Portadown man failed to pay for pizza as he closed door on Domino’s delivery driver

A Portadown man who closed the door on a Domino’s delivery driver and made no attempt to pay has been fined...