3 Mar, 2019

How the RUC ended the Glenanne Gangâs murderous reign of terror

The name âGlenanneâ has become synonymous with âcollusionâ in recent years, but a former RUC colleague of two officers-turned sectarian killers has praised those who brought them to justice.

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No laughing matter: the Derry Girls on abortion

Derry Girls has been hailed as one of the hit TV comedies of the past year, winning numerous awards and fans across the UK and beyond.

Railway work halted after gunman approach report

Engineering work on a railway line in Lurgan has been suspended after workers were approached by a man allegedly carrying a gun.

David Trimble and Kate Hoey to PM: âDo not let groundless fears about Northern Ireland dictate your Brexit strategyâ

Copy of a letter from Rt Hon Lord Trimble PC and Kate Hoey MP to Rt Hon Theresa May MP at 10 Downing Street

Charming property in an idyllic location

A unique property set in an idyllic location, this Grade B listed former school dating back to 1872 was fully renovated in 2001 and is in superb order throughout.

Sport Update

Crusaders through to semi-finals of Tennentâs Irish Cup after hitting three against Ballymena United at Seaview

Crusaders 3 Ballymena United 0

VIDEO: Ryan Curran talks form and formations at Cliftonville

Ryan Curran scored his third goal in as many Cliftonville games to help seal a 2-0 victory over Glenavon on Saturday at Mourneview Park

Cliftonville: Conor McMenamin and Ryan Curran grab goals in convincing win over Glenavon

Cliftonville picked up a first away win in Lurgan since August 2015 thanks to goals by Conor McMenamin and Ryan Curran against a Glenavon side short of inspiration.

And finally...

Reported On This Day 280 Years Ago (March 3 1739): Papal decree renews condemnation of the Freemasons

From the Belfast News Letter of Tuesday Feb 20 1738 (March 3 1739 in modern calendar)

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