Newsletter: Decreasing crime but no thanks to time wasters…

‘Hike the Reek’ and help fundraising drive to repair cathedral steps

A fundraising campaign has begun to pay for work to restore the 52 steps leading up to St Patrick’s Cathedral in...

Co Armagh woman blasts failing Bluestone unit and ‘shocking’ rate of suicide locally

A County Armagh woman has spoken of the dire – and “failing” – state of the Southern Trust’s mental health services...

Easter tragedy as man in his 40s recovered from water at Carlingford Harbour

A man has tragically died after falling into the water in Carlingford overnight. The man – who was aged in his...

Armagh businesses tell of ‘frustration’ and ‘uncertainty’ as rates bills land

Businesses across the ABC Council area have expressed concerns surrounding rates bill rises as many feel the pinch. In February, ABC...

Lack of lighting in Lurgan Park a real hindrance to local community

A lack of lighting in Lurgan Park – particularly in winter months – is proving to be a hindrance to the...

Young sports stars celebrated at glitzy awards event

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in association with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA) welcomed over 250...

Plans for 18 new homes in Eglish gets green light

Plans to build 18 new homes in Eglish have been given the green light by Mid-Ulster Council. Two separate applications were...

Unions slam ‘total misinformation’ from Council chief as industrial action begins

Trade unions involved in a bitter dispute with Newry, Mourne and Down Council have hit out over what they have called...

Trek Mt Toubkal in Morocco for Southern Area Hospice Services

Southern Area Hospice Services want you to join them on their next overseas Trekking Challenge in Morocco, summiting North Africa’s highest...

Woman and pram caught between barriers at Lurgan train crossing

Concerns have been raised in the Lurgan area regarding safety on railway lines after reports that a woman and pram were...

Cancer charity volunteer Victoria ‘honoured’ at winning national award for dedication

A Scarva charity volunteer has been recognised for her outstanding dedication to cancer campaigning in Northern Ireland and across the UK....