New sentencing powers for domestic violence comes into force ‘and not before time’

New legislative powers in domestic violence cases which are due to come into force on February 21 have been welcomed by...

Suspected puppy farm dog dumped in ditch put to sleep after ‘distressing neglect’

A suspected puppy farm dog – a victim of what the USPCA describes as a “really severe case of animal neglect...

Meet the motivators: Getactiveabc members and instructors share inspiring fitness journey stories

Set to the incredible, chart-topping soundtrack from local music legend Martin Rafferty, six getactiveabc members and instructors share inspiring stories about...

Mid-Ulster Council to hold table top session in play areas across district

As part of its Public Parks and Play Five Year Strategic Plan 2020 – 2025, an in-depth study of current provision...

Police dismiss pipe bomb concerns saying ‘firework’ caused loud bang in Lurgan

Police have dismissed concerns that a pipe bomb was responsible for a loud bang which reverberated around Lurgan on Sunday night....

Market Place Theatre: Eddi Reader, 40 years live on stage

From her earliest years playing the folk clubs of western Scotland and learning how to street sing across Europe (like her...

Newry man left ‘squirting’ blood from stab wounds allegedly inflicted by brother

A Newry man was left with blood “squirting” from stab wounds allegedly inflicted by his brother in an “unprovoked assault,” a...

Dog fouling: Council ‘failing the ratepayer’ as concerns raised over private enforcement firm’s targets

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is to host a working group meeting in February to discuss how to best...

Man (23) to appear in court following series of incidents in Newry

A man is to appear in court following a series of incidents in Newry over the weekend. Police investigating incidents in...

A look at Northern Ireland’s burgeoning gaming scene

Like other parts of the United Kingdom and the rest of the world, gaming is popular across Northern Ireland. Some like...

‘Small in stature, big in heart’ – sister of Lurgan man Paul Cardwell pays emotional tribute

The sister of a much-loved Lurgan man whose loyalty was unrivalled paid an emotional tribute to her brother as he was...

Forkhill ‘has lost a gem’ – a ‘one of a kind’ and ‘unorthodox’ character who changed things for the better

Mourners at the funeral of one of Forkhill’s most prominent residents heard how she dedicated so much of her time improving...