Two men armed with hammer break into Markethill house and assault man inside

Two men armed with a hammer broke into a house in Markethill before assaulting a man inside on Saturday night. Detectives...

Markethill man threatened to kill neighbour’s nine-year-old child and force him to watch

>A Markethill man who threatened to slit a neighbour’s throat, kill his nine-year-old child and force him to watch has been...

Three ‘rare’ and ‘iconic’ Co Armagh telephone boxes could be listed for historical significance

Three “rare” Co Armagh telephone kiosks regarded as “iconic” street furniture could now be listed for their historical significance. The Department...

Man threw breeze block through Markethill shop window after ‘squaring up’ to owner, court told

A man with more than 100 previous convictions has been remanded in custody after a violent spree in Markethill which included...

Man who allegedly put Markethill shop worker in headlock to appear in court

A man has been charged to court following two reports of criminal damage and an assault on a shop worker in...

Shop worker grabbed in headlock in early-morning assault in Markethill

A shop worker was left shaken after being grabbed in a headlock during an early-morning incident in Markethill. The assault occurred...

Tributes paid to ‘pivotal’ Markethill Orangeman with over 70 years service to Institution

Armagh County Grand Orange Lodge and Markethill District Lodge have paid tribute to the life of an esteemed “pivotal”, “dedicated” and...

Local children among 80 with ‘life-limiting’ conditions enjoy magical Lapland trip

The annual NI Children to Lapland Trust trip brought together families, children and healthcare heroes for an unforgettable journey. The Northern...

Councillor raises £3,000 for Children’s Cancer Unit with Christmas fundraiser

More than £3,000 has been raised for the Children’s Cancer Unit thanks to a community fundraiser organised by Councillor Keith Ratcliffe,...

New trial date confirmed for man accused of causing death of three people in Marketill crash

The trial of a 20-year-old man accused of causing a four-vehicle car crash which claimed the lives of three people, and...

Local councillor to embark on festive ‘Ride to the North Pole’ fundraiser for children’s cancer charity

One local councillor is swapping council chambers for Christmas cheer this month as he prepares to take on a festive challenge...

Tragic death of Markethill woman prompts outgoing MLA’s final plea for action in Assembly

The tragic death of Markethill woman Aileen Finch has prompted one of DUP MLA William Irwin’s final interventions in the Stormont...