News
Decision welcomed
Banbridge District Ulster Unionist Councillor Glenn Barr has welcomed the decision by the Orange Order to oppose the Conflict Transformation Centre at the Maze Prison.
Dream to ASPIRE in new initiative
Banbridge graduates are being encouraged to ASPIRE with a new programme which is being part funded by the European Union.
Area’s schools figure in Legion legacy decision
Dromore Royal British Legion has put legacy money to good use paying tangible tribute to the local schools who annually collect for the Poppy Appeal.
Man ‘menaced’ estranged wife
A 42 year old Banbridge man who “bullied, threatened and menaced” his estranged wife and young family in a “disgraceful episode” has been given a suspended prison sentence.
Man assaulted his own father
A 24 year old Banbridge man who “had a load of vodka” and “flipped” with his “old man” appeared before the local court last week.
Stuffed drugs into underwear
A 20 year old Banbridge man hid two bags of herbal cannabis down his underwear when he was stopped by the police.
Sport
Four locals included in Team GB archery squad
Four of Ballyvally Archery Club’s members have been chosen to represent Great Britain in Italy at the European Field Archery Championships in August.
Clann na Banna keep their push for promotion up
Clann na Banna travelled to Carryduff on Friday night knowing a win was essential to keep their push for promotion alive.
Summer season of shooting continues at Rathfriland
Rathfriland Clay Pigeon Club enjoyed another successful night’s shooting on Thursday, 13 June, as the club’s summer season continued.
Lifestyle
Orange Hall hosts cup cake making demo
Tonight (Tuesday) sees the first in a series of events at Magherally Orange Hall - and they’re starting with the icing on the cake.
Sing along to Grease for charity at Iveagh
Shelter NI is hosting a special charity sing-a-long screening of Grease at the Iveagh Movie Studios, Banbridge, on Wednesday, June 26.
Mojo Mickybo at Iveagh Studios
Chatterbox Productions present Owen McCafferty’s award-winning Mojo Mickybo at the Iveagh Movie Studios on Thursday, June 13.
Community
Warning after man tries to grab girl
Police in Tandragee are appealing for information following an incident on Madden Road on Tuesday, 11 June.
Former lorry driver was keen gardener
Mr Hugh Bickerstaff passed away suddenly at Craigavon Area Hospital on Wednesday, 5th June.
Trust tries to reassure families
The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has refuted claims it broke its word and lost public confidence over the recent closing of homes turmoil.
A proud man who despised being idle
A DROMORE man has sadly passed away peacefully at his Jubilee Park home.
Trust moves to reassure families
The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has refuted claims it broke its word and lost public confidence over the recent closing of homes turmoil.
PSNI in call for School Watch support
Police in E District are appealing for the whole community to support the ‘School Watch’ initiative.
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Weather for Banbridge
Thursday 20 June 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 12 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 8 mph
Wind direction: South
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 11 C to 18 C
Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: West
