News
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.
Series of planned at Magherally Orange Hall
Magherally Rural Association will hold a number of events in Magherally Orange Hall, Drumneath Road, Banbridge over the next few weeks.
Junior bows out of office at annual meeting
Junior McCrum performed his last civic duties as Chairman of Banbridge District Council last week, a role he described as being ‘a wonderful adventure’.
Sport
Down Ladies look to book a place in championship final
Division 3 Champions Down face Division 2 mid table finishers Cavan in the Ulster Intermediate Championship semi-final on Sunday June 23 in Inniskeen.
Wilkie’s fastest once again as kids take centre stage at Taggart Memorial races
I was pleasantly surprised when 17 riders turned up to take part in a 10 mile Time Trial on the Rathfriland Road.
News from the sidelines at Moneyslane Football Club
Moneyslane FC Juniors were recently awarded the prestigious McDonalds Club Accreditation.
Banbridge Golf Club celebrates centenary with a week of events
The first ball was hit at Banbridge Golf Club one hundred years ago last Tuesday and to celebrate the anniversary five days of events were held.
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
Wednesday 19 June 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 7 C to 19 C
Wind Speed: 8 mph
Wind direction: West
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 11 C to 18 C
Wind Speed: 9 mph
Wind direction: South
