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This Week in Lurgan

Lurgan and Craigavon this week presents a mixed emotional landscape, with significant positive developments alongside sobering news. On the brighter side, there's considerable praise and recognition f

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'I want to stay' - Glenavon manager Michael O'Connor's message on his future after relegation blow

Glenavon manager Michael O’Connor has given the Lurgan Blues a major boost following the pain of relegation by declaring: “I want to stay”.

News Letter (Belfast)·1d ago
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Artisan markets continue to prove popular in ABC Borough: here's when the next will be held

Artisan markets are proving so popular in the ABC Borough that a touring artisan market calendar is now in place, covering Armagh, Banbridge, Portadown, Lurgan and Dromore, and with a significantly en

Lurgan Mail·3d ago
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Festival could showcase Lurgan author’s links with Gandhi

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council has been asked to explore the possibility of showcasing the work of author Æ Russell as part of the forthcoming Irish edition of the Jaipur Literature Fest

Lurgan Mail·3d ago
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Firefighters use specialist equipment to cut one casualty from a 2-vehicle crash in Lurgan, Co Armagh

Firefighters rescued one casualty from a vehicle following a 2 car crash in Lurgan.

Lurgan Mail·3d ago
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‘Is the derby now against Dollingstown?’: Glenavon icon feels club’s pain as Lurgan Blues contemplate reality of relegation

‘Is the derby now against Dollingstown?’: Glenavon icon feels club’s pain as Lurgan Blues contemplate reality of relegation

Belfast Telegraph·19 Apr
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'He doesn’t deserve that': Irish League managers full of praise for 'outstanding' Michael O'Connor after Glenavon relegation

Coleraine chief Ruaidhri Higgins insists Michael O’Connor’s impressive impact at Glenavon “doesn’t deserve” Premiership relegation – while Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton hailed the Lurgan Blues bos

News Letter (Belfast)·19 Apr
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MANAGER'S VIEW: 'I feel like I’ve failed' - Michael O'Connor reacts to Glenavon relegation

Glenavon manager Michael O’Connor’s rescue miracle mission ended in a 1-0 defeat to Crusaders on Saturday that left the Lurgan Blues relegated from the Irish League top flight.

News Letter (Belfast)·18 Apr
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STORY OF THE MATCH: Glenavon 0 Crusaders 1 – Lurgan Blues relegated as Fraser Bryden goal sets up play-off

Fraser Bryden’s 22nd goal of the Premiership campaign left Crusaders with a Premiership play-off lifeline - and Glenavon relegated into the Irish League second tier.

News Letter (Belfast)·18 Apr
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Elderly woman taken to hospital after car crashes outside doctor's surgery in Lurgan, Co Armagh

An elderly woman has been taken to hospital following a single vehicle crash outside a doctor’s surgery in Lurgan.

Lurgan Mail·15 Apr
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Tributes paid to Bertie Campbell described as a 'Champion for victims' through his work in Lurgan for Ulster Human Rights Watch

The charity Ulster Human Rights Watch (UHRW) has paid tribute to its Chairman Robert Campbell who died suddenly.

Lurgan Mail·14 Apr
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South Ulster Sinfonia is to host its Spring Concert at St Ronan's College, Lurgan

The South Ulster Sinfonia is hosting its Spring Concert this month at the newly built St Ronan’s College in Lurgan.

Lurgan Mail·14 Apr
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'Mum and Dad, I owe everything to you' said Augusta Masters winner Rory McIlroy praising his Lurgan mum and Holywood dad

“Mum and Dad, I owe everything to you,” said back-to-back Masters winner Rory McIlory, paying tribute to his Lurgan born mum Rosie and Holywood dad Gerry.

Lurgan Mail·13 Apr
Planning

Erection of 3 storey apartment block of 15 No. apartments ( 12 no. 2-bedroom and 3 no. 1-bedroom apartments ) bin com...

Erection of 3 storey apartment block of 15 No. apartments ( 12 no. 2-bedroom and 3 no. 1-bedroom apartments ) bin compound, parking area and associated site works

Craigavon Council Planning·13 Apr
Planning

Erection of two-storey side extension and alterations to dwelling, with extension to curtilage, demolition of existin...

Erection of two-storey side extension and alterations to dwelling, with extension to curtilage, demolition of existing single storey attached store and associated site works

Craigavon Council Planning·13 Apr
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18 great photos from the Lord Mayor's charity big breakfast at Brownlow House, Lurgan

The Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough has hosted a big breakfast in aid of the Northern Ireland Purple Poppy Memorial Fund.

Lurgan Mail·11 Apr
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Lurgan woman accused of attempting to murder her partner is denied bail

A man was stabbed twice in the back and once in the arm by his partner after he “winked” at another woman, a court has heard.

Lurgan Mail·10 Apr
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Former Lurgan bookshop to become coffee shop seating area

A former Faith Mission bookshop in Lurgan is going to be converted into a seating area for an existing coffee shop.

Lurgan Mail·7 Apr
Planning

Erection of 10 No. townhouses (change of house type to Planning Ref N/2006/0408/F) and associated site works & landsc...

Erection of 10 No. townhouses (change of house type to Planning Ref N/2006/0408/F) and associated site works & landscaping. A Section 54 application, for the development of land without complying with

Craigavon Council Planning·7 Apr
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WATCH: Short film revives intriguing ‘Lived Once Buried Twice’ tale of Lurgan woman Margorie McCall

The legendary story of a Lurgan woman famed for being buried twice is gaining global interest thanks to an award-winning short film.

Lurgan Mail·5 Apr
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MANAGER'S VIEW: 'He isn't going to whip it' - Niall Currie's Portadown frustration at 'avoidable' derby equaliser

Portadown’s previous visit across the Mid-Ulster derby divide to Lurgan finished in a 3-0 February loss against Glenavon away manager Niall Currie viewed “humiliating”.

News Letter (Belfast)·4 Apr
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STORY OF THE MATCH: Glenavon 1 Portadown 1 - Substitute Peter Campbell grabs crucial equaliser but hit by last-gasp red in derby draw

Relegation-threatened Glenavon had Peter Campbell as the second-half saviour to salvage a point in the Lurgan Blues’ battle to beat the drop across a derby draw that also featured the home scorer sent

News Letter (Belfast)·4 Apr
What's On

Wellness Afternoon with Empower Wellness & Knitted Knockers NI

Join Empower Wellness for a relaxing Knitted Knockers charity wellness afternoon. Take some time out to unwind & connect with others

Eventbrite·4 Apr
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New IRA claim on Lurgan attack has horrifying echoes of Massereene

The group justified forcing a delivery driver to bring a bomb as he was servicing the PSNI

Belfast Telegraph·4 Apr
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Storm Dave: ABC Council postpones Lurgan artisan market and urges public to stay away from parks

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon council is advising the public to avoid its parks and open spaces when Storm Dave makes its presence felt over the Easter weekend.

Lurgan Mail·3 Apr
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Lurgan healthcare worker with 'rare level of dedication' retires after remarkable 53 years of service

A Lurgan healthcare worker has retired after clocking up an extraordinary 53 years of dedicated service.

Lurgan Mail·3 Apr
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Lurgan-born Air Chief Marshal Harv Smyth marks service birthday with gift of Harrier jump jet to Ulster Aviation Society

The Lurgan-born head of the Royal Air Force has handed over a unique gift to the Ulster Aviation Society – a Harrier jump jet!

Lurgan Mail·3 Apr
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PSNI denies security breach over Lurgan bomb attack - but confirms 'sporadic problems' with security gate

Problems with the outer security gate at Lurgan police station over the past fortnight “had absolutely no bearing” on an attempted dissident republican bomb attack on the facility, the PSNI has said.

News Letter (Belfast)·3 Apr
What's On

Lurgan Pride Fundraiser - Karaoke Night

Help us raise money for 2026 Lurgan Pride and have a bit of craic

Eventbrite·3 Apr
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'I think he has wised up,' barrister for Lurgan man accused of dangerous driving tells Craigavon court

“I think he has wised up,” said a Co Armagh man’s barrister as his client pleaded guilty to a raft of offences including dangerous driving.

Lurgan Mail·3 Apr
What's On

The Dusty Blue Bell Fairy Festival - Tribute Act

Join us for the Dusty Blue Bell Fairy Festival with an epic tribute live and in person!

Eventbrite·2 Apr
What's On

Movement & Mobility (Lurgan)

Learn about your body, how to assess yourself, increase your mobility, and eliminate pains & niggles!

Eventbrite·1 Apr
What's On

Independent Publishing: How to self-publish eBooks and paperbacks

Learn how to navigate the pitfalls of self-publishing and find a market for your novel in this practical workshop aimed at emerging writers

Eventbrite·1 Apr
Planning

Construction of new carpark and turning head for an existing primary school. Works to include new entry and exit gate...

Construction of new carpark and turning head for an existing primary school. Works to include new entry and exit gates, stair block, footpaths, fencing, planting, drainage and lighting and associated

Craigavon Council Planning·30 Mar
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Praise for Lurgan-based Girls' Empowerment Programme aiming to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls

Praise for Lurgan-based Girls' Empowerment Programme aiming to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls  NorthernIrelandWorld

NorthernIrelandWorld·28 Mar
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Nine-bedroom HMO on ‘historic’ Lurgan street up for approval despite objections

Nine-bedroom HMO on ‘historic’ Lurgan street up for approval despite objections  Armagh I

Armagh I·28 Mar
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Lucky Lurgan punter scoops whooping £300,000 on £5 scratch card!

Lucky Lurgan punter scoops whooping £300,000 on £5 scratch card!  Armagh I

Armagh I·27 Mar
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Lurgan man not to contact ‘Babestation’ as part of bail conditions

Lurgan man not to contact ‘Babestation’ as part of bail conditions  Armagh I

Armagh I·27 Mar
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Lurgan MACE store reaches fabulous £20,000 fundraising milestone for Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke

Lurgan MACE store reaches fabulous £20,000 fundraising milestone for Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke  NorthernIrelandWorld

NorthernIrelandWorld·27 Mar
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Joseph McCauley: Police say man reported missing from Lurgan was seen in Antrim

Joseph McCauley: Police say man reported missing from Lurgan was seen in Antrim  NorthernIrelandWorld

NorthernIrelandWorld·26 Mar
News

Year-long programme to help tackle paramilitary ‘influence and control of vulnerable people’ in Craigavon and Lurgan

Year-long programme to help tackle paramilitary ‘influence and control of vulnerable people’ in Craigavon and Lurgan  Armagh I

Armagh I·26 Mar
News

'How did we fall for it?' - McNally family on murderer's lies after Natalie's death

Natalie was 15 weeks pregnant when she was murdered in her Lurgan home by the father of her baby, Stephen McCullagh.

BBC NI·26 Mar
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Man accused of fraud in case linked to murdered Lurgan journalist Martin O’Hagan

Man accused of fraud in case linked to murdered Lurgan journalist Martin O’Hagan  Armagh I

Armagh I·26 Mar
News

The death has occurred of Mary Farmer ‘née Hughes’ (Lurgan)

The death has occurred of Mary Farmer ‘née Hughes’ (Lurgan)  Armagh I

Armagh I·26 Mar
News

The death has occurred of Gerald Maginn (Lurgan)

The death has occurred of Gerald Maginn (Lurgan)  Armagh I

Armagh I·26 Mar
News

The death has occurred of Eamar O’Hagan (Lurgan)

The death has occurred of Eamar O’Hagan (Lurgan)  Armagh I

Armagh I·26 Mar
Planning

Erection of 1no modular classroom and associated siteworks

Erection of 1no modular classroom and associated siteworks

Craigavon Council Planning·26 Mar
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The death has occurred of Andrea Dummigan (Lurgan)

The death has occurred of Andrea Dummigan (Lurgan)  Armagh I

Armagh I·25 Mar
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Lurgan programme to reduce violence against women and girls shortlisted for PSNI award

Lurgan programme to reduce violence against women and girls shortlisted for PSNI award  Belfast Telegraph

Belfast Telegraph·24 Mar
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Lurgan-based ‘Girls Empowerment’ initiative named as finalist in PSNI annual awards

Lurgan-based ‘Girls Empowerment’ initiative named as finalist in PSNI annual awards  Armagh I

Armagh I·24 Mar