Finally! Work now imminent on major redevelopment of Keady Glen
Work on the next phase of the redevelopment of Keady Glen is imminent, with details expected to be finalised next week, Armagh I can reveal. The ambitious plans have been hampered by the presence of...
View ArticleKeady business owners could be given cash to ‘spruce up’ premises
Business owners in Keady could be given cash to help ‘spruce up’ their premises as part of ongoing plans to lift and boost the south Armagh town. Confirmation comes with the appointment this week of a...
View Article40 Years On: Rock Bar survivors toast absent friend with ‘Guinness that saved...
Survivors of a gun and bomb attack on a rural Co Armagh pub 40 years ago have shared a bottle of Guinness which they say saved their lives. Tom McParland bought the bottle of stout for Michael McGrath...
View ArticleOwner appeals for safer return of adorable puppies
The owner of two missing puppies have appealed for their safe return. These two adorable little Schnauzers, Pebbles and Buddy, have been missing from Thursday in the Granemore area. Both dogs have been...
View ArticleNephew Joe joins Ancre Somme pilgrimage to lay wreath on Willie McBride’s grave
The nephew of Willie McBride – immortalised in Eric Bogle’s song ‘No Man’s Land’ or ‘The Green Fields of France’ – has made an emotional journey to lay a wreath at his grave. Joe McBride, who still...
View ArticleBooks published in memory of Keady girl Eva Tomney scoop UK-wide award
A group of students which published a range of books in memory of little county Armagh girl Eva Tomney scooped UK Company of the year by Young Enterprise at an awards ceremony in London last night....
View ArticleNew Keady residential housing development will cost close to £7.5m
A new 99-home residential area in Keady will cost close to £7.5m, Armagh I can reveal. The new development on the Annvale Road, which we exclusively revealed back in March, has received the go-ahead...
View ArticleKeady man sentenced to three-and-a-half years for filling station robbery
A county Armagh man has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison following a robbery at a Texaco store in Ardee in 2013. John Guy, 38, of Fairgreen Park, Keady pleaded guilty to a charge of...
View ArticleWills and Kate praise “inspiring” books in memory of Keady girl Eva Tomney
A series of books written in memory of little Keady girl Eva Tomney – who passed away last December after a brave battle with cancer – have been given Royal endorsement. Eva’s aunt, Tracy Hughes, and...
View ArticleDelays possible after collision on Keady Road
A road traffic collision on the Keady Road is causing delays at present. It happened close to Armagh and one lane is currently blocked. The site is passable with care. It is not believed there are any...
View ArticleOwner in appeal for two family pets gone missing in Keady area
The owner of two dogs gone missing in the Keady area this evening is appealing for help in a bid to return them home safe and sound. A Red Setter and Springer Spaniel went missing around 7pm and are...
View ArticleEnlighten Hope ‘second runner-up’ in company awards for books in Eva Tomney’s...
What a fantastic achievement! Enlighten Hope – which published three books in memory of little Eva Tomney – has taken second runner-up place in the JA Europe Company of the Year competition. The event,...
View ArticlePost Office plans to relocate Keady branch – and open seven days a week
Keady Post Office will be relocated in the autumn if the public support is there. A consultation process is currently underway which would see the town branch accommodated within Rice’s Supermarket. It...
View ArticleLook how Ireland’s (and Armagh’s) railway network has changed in 100 years
Oh how things have changed over the years! Since 1920, Ireland’s rail network has been transformed immeasurably, but instead of getting bigger and better, it has gone in the opposite direction! It...
View ArticleHe’s back! Final miles as Stevey to complete his 60 ultra-marathons in 60 days!
He’s into the final miles! Stevey McGeown is currently en route to Keady as he prepares to complete his ‘Epic Adventure’. Crowds have been cheering the incredible Stevey as he completes his challenge...
View ArticleThree vehicle accident on main Armagh to Keady Road
There has been a multi-vehicle road traffic collision on the main Keady to Armagh Road this afternoon (Wednesday). Reports suggest that up to three cars have been involved in the accident which...
View ArticleFinally! One rural community ‘connected’ as BT broadband arrives
BT broadband is now available in the Granemore area of south Armagh. The confirmation has been welcomed by an Armagh MLA who has raised the issue on numerous occasions in the Assembly. Cathal Boylan...
View ArticleContract awarded for Richhill and Keady improvement works
Richhill’s War Memorial is set to be relocated following the award of a contract for the village’s environmental improvement works. However, Armagh I understands the monument – and it’s surrounding...
View ArticleMiddletown land consecutive senior hurling titles as Sean Tracey’s claim...
Middletown claimed their second senior county title in two years on Saturday evening after an assured performance against Armagh side Cú Chulainns. Na Fianna got a great start to the game with a good...
View ArticleVW Golf car driven dangerously in Keady area later found on fire
A car reported as driving dangerously on Friday evening was later found on fire. And police in Armagh are appealing for information. It was reported that the car was being driven in the Granemore Road...
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