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Daryl Burke (right) and Eamon Atkinson (left) of the Manchester United Supporters' Club's Craigavon branch outside Old Trafford on Sunday with Denis Law.INPT20-132

Daryl dips into holiday fund and bids boss farewell

DARYL Burke and his wife Louise dipped into the family summer holiday fund, faced a last-minute scramble for tickets and spent over £300 on air fares for what the lifelong Manchester United fan describes as “the privilege of paying tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson” at Old Trafford on Sunday.

Cash and cannabis found in Portadown house search

A LARGE quantity of cash and £2,500 worth of suspected cannabis were found following a planned search at a house in Portadown on Tuesday.

Man (23) jailed after sending 77 texts to female

A PORTADOWN man who sent 77 texts in breach of a court order was jailed for seven months last Friday at Craigavon Magistrates Court.

Charlotte Murray who has gone missing from Moy

Woman goes missing from Moy

POLICE are concerned for the safety of a 34 year old woman from Moy who has not been seen since November.

Vandals shut play park on hottest day of the year so far

TUESDAY, May 7 was the hottest day of the year so far in Northern Ireland, but there was crushing disappointment for families wishing to enjoy the sunshine in Laurelvale play park.

Jill Bennett pictured with the brick which was used to smash the glass in the door of her Dandelion Lane shop in William St during a break-in on Sunday evening. INPT20-223.

Shop owner grateful as two women report burglary culprits

TWO women had a dramatic end to an evening out on Sunday when they spotted a burglary taking place and followed the culprits before reporting them to police.

Sport rss

Title delight

SNOOKER CUE CLUB One wrapped up the Turkington Precast Division One title thanks to success over Green Baize Young Lions.

Double success

TENNIS PORTADOWN players enjoyed double joy during the latest Mixed League fixtures.

O’Neill coaching

NORTHERN Ireland manager Michael O’Neill will be special guest at a Coaching Masterclass in Lurgan Junior High School on Thursday, June 13.

Youth trials

PORTADOWN Youth trials for boys born across the 2001, 2002 and 2003 age ranges will be held at Brownstown Park’s 3G pitch next Monday and Wednesday from 6 o’clock.

The Portadown Legends line out at Shamrock Park on Saturday. Back row, from left to right, are Brian Strain, Vinny Arkins, Robert Casey, Mickey Keenan, Philip Major, Alfie Stewart, Andy Hunter. Front row, from left to right, are Richard Clarke, Trevor Williamson, Gregg Davidson, Kyle Neill, Paul Evans, Marc McCann.INPT20-610 PTFOOTBALLPFC13

Friends take to the field in Mills memorial exhibition

DAVY Mills enjoyed his finest moments on the football field in the colours of Portadown then spent his latter years wearing his country’s jersey with pride on behalf of Northern Ireland Veterans.

Rectory Rangers players walked out with club-appointed mascots during Friday's Beckett Cup final. Rangers and Celtic Club (Lurgan No 1) offered support on the night to the Down's and Proud charity. Pic by Rick Hewitt.INPT20-185 PTFOOTBALLMU13

Rectory’s agony in extra-time

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CELTIC CLUB (LURGAN NO 1) 1
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TinyLife take up challenge

TNT fitness studio in Tandragee took on the challenge of the Belfast Marathon by entering two relay teams to raise money for TinyLife.

Brodie Archer (2) made friends with a mysterious six foot creature called Argon that has descended upon Rushmere Shopping Centre in Craigavon throughout May ahead of The Dragons of Azrael production which commences on Wednesday 29 May and runs to Sunday 2 June on the mall. The thirty-minute show, aimed at 4-11 year olds, is produced and created by local Coalisland-based company D-Sign and Displays, and promises to excite the senses and really help children in letting their creative side and imagination loose. With tickets priced at just �3.50 and four shows a day over a five day period, it's a great opportunity for children to tap into their imagination and creative side outside of school hours this Summer. To find out more information on the Dragon of Azrael production, please contact Rushmere on 028 3834 3350 or visit www.rushmereshopping.com Picture John Murphy Aurora PA

A visual treat at Rushmere Centre

SHOPPERS  at  Rushmere  Shopping  Centre  and  Retail  Park  were  in  for  a  visual  treat  last week when a mysterious six foot creature descended upon Craigavon’s retail haven. 

Blacksmiths Eamon Higgins, Jonny Kerr and Steven Murphy at the Craft Skills Awards held in London recently where they picked up a highly commended award for their work.

Blacksmiths commended at London craft awards

TANNAGHMORE Blacksmiths Workshop (TBW) have returned from London victorious after being highly commended at the prestigious Craft Skills Awards – with HRH the Prince of Wales handing out the awards and renowned TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp compering.

Staff of Clubworld Travel pictured with the award for sales achievement from If Only honeymoon travel specialists. Included from left are, Dawn McCaffrey, senior travel consultant, Delia Aston, proprietor, and Claire Mulligan, branch manager. NLM20-201.

Another award for Clubworld Travel

PORTADOWN based independent travel agency Clubworld Travel was recently presented with a special agency achievement award for excellence in customer service.

Staff at the Night at the Musicals.

Pupils join forces for Tandragee concert

PUPILS past and present joined forces to entertain a full house at Tandragee Junior High’s recent commemorative concert.

Members of Armagh Rhymers.

Country fair at The Argory

A COUNTRY fair is due to return to The Argory tomorrow (Saturday).

Community rss

Celebrating his 100th birthday is William Duffy with his wife Doris. INPT20-701.

Billy reaches 100 - but no telegram from the Queen

HE’S the centenarian the Queen forgot - no telegram from Buckingham Palace for Tandragee man Billy Duffy when he turned 100.

Goal Line quiz raises £1,200

A QUIZ for Goal Line Youth Trust in Portadown has raised £1,200.

Bridge Club results

THE results from Portadown Bridge Club on Monday, May 13 are as follows:

AGM in Markethill

THE annual general meeting of Markethill District Enterprises LTD/Future Kids LTD on Monday, June 17.

Good relations documentary screened

IN celebration of Good Relations Week 2013 Craigavon Borough Council will be screening an innovative documentary by filmmaker Zhenia Mahdi-Nau exploring the perception of identity in Northern Ireland as it becomes more diverse.

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.

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