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New agriculture GCSE for Markethill students
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What a welcome home as Willie spots himself in Times...
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Country fair at The Argory
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£397,800 3G pitch on way for Tandragee
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Royal School head urges parents to consider the best...
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Louise honoured at Hillsborough Castle ceremony
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Stress is blamed as residents report bin problems
News
New agriculture GCSE for Markethill students
MARKETHILL High School pupils who are interested in agriculture as a career will be able to take up a GCSE in the subject from September.
What a welcome home as Willie spots himself in Times photo
WILLIE Madill - who emigrated to Canada in 1959 - arrived back in Portadown on a visit last Thursday. And there, in the Portadown Times’ ‘Old Page’, was a photo of the young Willie, taken about 60 years ago, of his days at Thomas Street Public Elementary School.
Sex charge gospel singer due in court for sentencing
A GOSPEL singer who last month pleaded guilty to 13 charges of indecent assault against young girls is due to appear in court for sentencing on Tuesday.
Single stab wound to neck caused man’s death, trial hears
A SINGLE stab wound to the neck caused the death of a 21-year-old Portadown man, a murder trial heard this week.
Engagement ring lost after 60 years
AN 86-year-old Portadown woman has made an impassioned plea for the return of her engagement ring which she has lost after more than 60 years.
£397,800 3G pitch on way for Tandragee
FUNDING has been secured for a new £397,800 full-size 3G pitch in Tandragee.
Sport
Friars’ trophy goal
EMMET Friars is convinced he can fulfil his trophy ambitions at Portadown – even if Ronnie McFall’s men failed to get the upper hand over the centre-back during four Danske Bank Premiership dates last season against Dungannon Swifts.
Players positive despite weekend washout
CRICKET PLAYERS in the Portadown and Laurelvale camps will enter this weekend’s programme of fixtures aiming for stability in the season but in expectation of additional disruptions.
Cooke’s teenagers on course
PORTADOWN under 19s’ progressive campaign featured a second final appearance of the season on Saturday - but Ian Cooke remains adamant the town teenagers sit ahead of schedule in terms of development.
Lady captain looking forward to Manchester Cup at Tandragee
TOMORROW (Saturday) Julie McCarten will take part in Tandragee’s Manchester Cup for the 18th time - but first as lady captain.
Cochrane’s Tullyroan treble
STUART Cochrane lifted a Tullyroan Oval treble in the Two-Litre Hot Rods - with the 16-year-old ace recording a clean sweep across the heats and final.
Boys to make Windsor Park appearance
PORTADOWN Youth under 12s will step out tonight (Friday) at the national stadium.
Video
TIMES AUDIO EXCLUSIVE: Philip Major on Davy Mills, new Portadown FC terms and old friends video
PHILIP Major discussed his role in the ‘Portadown family’ and friendship with Davy Mills on and off the pitch following last weekend’s memorial match.
Lifestyle
Rachelle one to watch in music video
TRAINEE teacher and model Rachelle Liggett has landed a starring role in a new music video.
Royal School head urges parents to consider the best option for children
THE head teacher of the Royal School Armagh has urged parents in the area to consider all options for post primary education and come to a conclusion “that is best for their children”.
Armagh craft fair launched
ARMAGH Craft Fair 2013 is on its way as the now annual event was launched recently at The Market Place Theatre.
Adam runs marathon for his granddad
BIRCHES man Adam Brennan completed his first Belfast Marathon in under four hours, raising over £600 in the process for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland.
Tom wins award for commitment to cancer fight
A PORTADOWN man’s commitment to the fight against cancer has been recognised with a fundraising award.
Community
Learn all about Edenderry
A WALKING tour of the Edenderry area - with emphasis on its industry and history - is taking place this Sunday (May 19) from 3-4pm.
TUV want people to sign Maze petition
UPPER Bann TUV have called unionists in the Craigavon area to sign a petition opposing the building of a conflict resolution centre on the site of the former Maze Prison.
Collection thanks
MACMILLAN Cancer Support would like to thank the people of Portadown for supporting their street collection on Saturday, April 13.
Elliott to speak at youth night
FORMER Glentoran and Northern Ireland footballer Stuart Elliott will be the guest speaker at a youth night in Portadown on June 28.
Last night of season at Cross Road
TOMORROW night (Saturday) at 8.15pm sees the final night of The Cross Road before the summer recess.
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Weather for Portadown
Saturday 18 May 2013
Today
Heavy rain
Temperature: 9 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: North west
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Temperature: 9 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 8 mph
Wind direction: South east
