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‘A devastating loss’: Police name three killed in devastating Co Armagh collision
The three victims of Saturday’s tragic road traffic collision in County Armagh (L-R) John Guy, Conor Quinn and Laura Hoy-Henry. Three families are facing unimaginable grief after a devastating road traffic collision in Moy claimed the lives of John Guy, Conor Quinn and Laura Hoy-Henry. The three were killed following a serious three-vehicle collision on the Armagh Road area of Moy on Saturday evening, 21st February. The Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed the victims
Feb 23


‘A very dark day’: Three lives lost in Moy collision
A quiet stretch of road in Moy became the scene of unimaginable loss on Saturday night, after a three-vehicle collision claimed the lives of three people in County Armagh. Police said the crash happened on the Armagh Road area at approximately 22:20. Officers received a report of a collision involving a red BMW, a grey Volkswagen and a white Audi. Two men, aged 31 and 48, and a woman, aged 23, were pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement, the Police Service of Northern I
Feb 22


Man injured and woman arrested following stabbing
Police are dealing with a stabbing incident in Lurgan this evening, with a man taken to hospital and a woman in her 20s arrested. Emergency services responded to the incident earlier tonight. One man has been taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries. Police confirmed that one woman in her 20s has been arrested and is assisting officers with their enquiries. Officers remain in the area as investigations continue. Police have urged members of the public to avoid the Lor
Feb 21


Tayto marks 70 years with ‘I Heart Tayto’ launch and special anniversary branding
Pictured celebrating Tayto’s 70th anniversary at Tayto Castle in Tandragee, Co Armagh, are (L-R) Stephen Hutchinson, Anne Hutchinson-Kane and Raymond Hutchinson Northern Ireland’s iconic crisp manufacturer Tayto has kicked off a year-long programme of celebrations to mark its 70th anniversary, unveiling new products, limited-edition packaging and special anniversary branding. Founded in 1956 by Thomas Hutchinson at Tayto Castle in Tandragee, Co Armagh, the family-owned busine
Feb 2


Causeway Council supports Sherry family campaign for All-Ireland CAR T-Cell therapy
Catherine Sherry, a 42-year-old mother from Co Armagh, died after being forced to travel to London for treatment that was available around 60 miles away in Dublin Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is to write to the Health Ministers in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to seek progress on an all-Ireland provision of CAR T-cell therapy. The move follows a successful motion brought forward by Sinn Féin councillor Leanne Peacock at the council’s Corporate
Jan 29


Met Office issues weather warning for heavy rain with up to 40mm bringing flooding risk
A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued for Northern Ireland, with forecasters warning of potential flooding and transport disruption throughout Thursday. The warning is in effect between 10:00 and 23:59 on Thursday 22 January 2026 , covering County Antrim, County Armagh, County Down, County Londonderry and County Tyrone. Periods of persistent rain are expected to affect much of the region during the day. Weather officials say 15 to 25mm of rainfall is likely to fal
Jan 22


PSNI condemn ‘totally unacceptable’ assaults after 14 officers injured across South Area
Fourteen police officers were assaulted across the PSNI’s South Area over the course of Friday evening and Saturday morning, including two officers injured when their patrol vehicle was deliberately rammed in Forkhill. The scale of the assaults has been described as “totally unacceptable” by senior officers, with one officer requiring hospital treatment after sustaining a bite injury during the incidents. The South Area covers the policing districts of Newry, Mourne and Down;
Dec 28, 2025


Yellow weather warning issued for parts of Northern Ireland as Storm Claudia brings heavy rain
Image: Anne Kelly A yellow weather warning has been issued for parts of Northern Ireland as Storm Claudia is set to bring persistent heavy rain and possible flooding from Friday evening into Saturday afternoon. The Met Office warning, in place between 00:00 and 12:00 (UTC) on Saturday 15 November 2025, affects County Down and County Armagh , where forecasters expect some of the most severe impacts. Storm Claudia, previously named by the Spanish Meteorological Service, will p
Nov 14, 2025


Tourism NI supports “atmospheric” Georgian Festival as Armagh steps back in time
Emily Magee, Events Development Manager at Tourism NI (centre), pictured with Gill Robb, Tourism Events and Animation Manager at Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and Sheila Rooney, Georgian Living History Character. Tourism Northern Ireland has announced its support for this year’s Georgian Festival in Armagh, as the historic city prepares to step back in time for one of Northern Ireland’s most atmospheric festive celebrations. Running from 27–30 November,
Nov 3, 2025


Yellow weather warning issued for Northern Ireland as strong winds and heavy rain forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Northern Ireland, warning that strong winds and heavy rain could bring disruption on Thursday afternoon and evening. The warning is in effect from 1pm until 11pm on Thursday, 30 October 2025 , covering all parts of Northern Ireland. According to the Met Office , “A period of strong winds, accompanied by some heavy rain, could bring some disruption on Thursday afternoon and evening.” Forecasters say south to southeasterly
Oct 29, 2025


Co Armagh grower Gilfresh supplies record 70,000 spooky Ghost & XL Pumpkins to Asda NI
Richard Gilpin, Head of Farm Operations, Gilfresh Produce and Lorraine Drennan, Customer Service Manager, Asda Portadown As Halloween approaches, Co Armagh-based Gilfresh Produce is gearing up for its biggest pumpkin season yet, supplying over 70,000 pumpkins to all 17 Asda stores across Northern Ireland – including two new seasonal showstoppers: the pale and eerie Ghost Pumpkin and the giant XL Pumpkin, perfect for carving or autumnal displays. Founded in 1965 by Thomas Gil
Oct 23, 2025


Northern Ireland weather: Yellow warning for rain issued by Met Office
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across parts of Northern Ireland on Saturday, 27 September 2025. The...
Sep 26, 2025


Murder inquiry launched after man dies in County Armagh
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) have opened a murder investigation following the death of a man in the...
Sep 4, 2025


Mission Santa blasts back to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium for a festive space adventure
Families across Northern Ireland are being invited to embark on an unforgettable festive journey as Armagh Observatory and Planetarium...
Aug 17, 2025
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