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Police seize counterfeit goods worth hundreds of thousands in Cookstown crackdown
Police in Cookstown have seized counterfeit goods potentially worth hundreds of thousands of pounds during a coordinated operation targeting illegal trading in the town. The seizure was made on Monday, 15th December, when officers from the Cookstown Neighbourhood Team, supported by the District Support Team and Trading Standards, carried out proactive searches at a number of houses and business premises. During the operation, conducted as part of Operation Season’s Greetings,
2 days ago


Suspect case of avian flu detected at commercial poultry farm
A suspect case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been identified at a commercial poultry premises near Pomeroy, County Tyrone, prompting swift disease control measures by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA). The Department confirmed that the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Northern Ireland, Brian Dooher, took the decision to initiate control protocols following the emergence of concerning clinical signs and preliminary test re
Nov 3


Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman seriously injured
Police have arrested a man following a report that a woman had been seriously injured in Dungannon on Saturday, 1 November. Chief Inspector Graham Dodds said: “At approximately 11.30am, it was reported that a woman had sustained a serious leg injury inside a property in the Altmore Drive area of the town. “Officers attended, and administered first aid until colleagues from other emergency services arrived. A woman, aged in her 40s, was taken to hospital for treatment. “Police
Nov 1


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


Cookstown man, 21, named as victim of fatal road traffic collision
21-year-old Thomas Lagan Police have named the man who tragically died following a two-vehicle collision in Cookstown on Friday morning,...
Oct 11


Suspect case of avian flu detected at commercial poultry site in Northern Ireland
Disease control measures have been implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) following a...
Oct 5


CAFRE Open Week 2025: Your gateway to agri-food and land-based careers
Student Recruitment Team, (L-R) Laura Browne, Liz Simpson and Caoimhe Hegarty will be happy to answer your questions. The College of...
Sep 18


Woman, 78, sadly dies following road traffic collision
Joyce Crooks A woman has died following a serious road traffic collision in Dungannon, police have confirmed. She was Joyce Crooks, aged...
Sep 16


Four hospitalised and five arrested following sustained violence and disorder Co Tyrone
Five people have been arrested following a serious incident of sustained violence and disorder in a residential area of Dungannon on...
Sep 15


From volunteer to valued employee: Àine shines at Savers in Cookstown
Àine Owens A Cookstown retail worker is being celebrated as a shining example of what can be achieved with the right support and...
Sep 13


Police launch appeal after £30,000 livestock theft
Police in Omagh have issued an urgent appeal for information following the theft of valuable livestock from a property in the Camlough...
Aug 29


UK’s longest family-run Post Office marks 175th anniversary in Northern Ireland
Dessie Donnelly with his wife Bernadette In a remarkable testament to enduring community service, Galbally Post Office in County Tyrone,...
Aug 29
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