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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.
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.
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
Title delight
SNOOKER CUE CLUB One wrapped up the Turkington Precast Division One title thanks to success over Green Baize Young Lions.
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.
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’s agony in extra-time
BECKETT CUP (FINAL) RECTORY RANGERS 1 CELTIC CLUB (LURGAN NO 1) 1 (CELTIC CLUB WON 2-1 AET)
Lifestyle
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Community
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.
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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Weather for Portadown
Wednesday 22 May 2013
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Temperature: 5 C to 13 C
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