Hallowe'en – we either love it or hate it!
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It’s that time of year again… Halloween is one of those periods that is almost like marmite - you either love it or hate it.
Fireworks are one staple of the autumn season that are no exception.
We see it every October. Disgruntled public representatives and business owners reporting anti-social youths letting off fireworks illegally in public places.
Truth be told, back in the day, the argument of illegal or not wasn’t something that really crossed our minds as youngsters; I think I speak for the many? As we stray into our wisdom years… it’s a little easier to see the stress fireworks cause.
Related: Portadown residents tortured by youths setting off fireworks through the night
While they might see it as just a bit of fun, irresponsible firework usage can have some really dire consequences!
Related: Boy (13) arrested after firework placed in schoolgirl’s blazer
For those wishing to enjoy some legal fireworks, there are plenty of safe options this Hallowe’en season, including the popular annual display at South Lakes in Craigavon, which is set to be held this Thursday, October 26.
Headlines
🚰 Clea Lake: Environment agency confirm presence of Blue Green Algae
🐟 Source of pollution identified following significant fish kill in Callan River
💷 Youths steal wallet from elderly man in Newry
🧱 Brick thrown at police windscreen in Keady will ‘affect service delivery’ in the community
🎒 Portadown pupils to benefit with free after-school homework sessions through Aspire NI
👨⚖️ Man carried out sex act on himself in front of woman along River Blackwater walkway
⚖️ Two men appear in court following burglary spree at Damolly Retail Park in Newry
✂️ Armagh man raises over £5k for charity after shaving 10 years’ worth of hair in memory of mum
☕ Approval served up for drive-thru cafe on Portadown’s Northway
⛔ Lithuanian man returned to Portadown illegally after being deported following rape conviction
⚖️ Portadown man punched woman in front of kids after getting ‘worked up’ at video game
🏰 Drawbridge lowers once again at Benburb Castle following two-year closure
🎵 Keady Uilleann Piper Conor Mallon nominated for major music award
🏢 Plans in place to convert former Portadown restaurant into four apartments
🎂 More than just a running event as Armagh Parkrun celebrates 10 years
🚓 Man arrested following police pursuit in Armagh city
Armagh Jobs
✅ Aonach Mhacha are recruiting a Receptionist/Administrator.
✅ KonFloor require a Concrete Labourer and Junior / Trainee Estimator.
✅ Linwoods Healthfoods require a Cleaner and Key Operative.
✅ Salley’s Restaurant in Aughnacloy require a Pastry Chef.
✅ Mount Charles have several vacancies available.
✅ Armagh City Hotel require a Night Porter and part time Fitness Instructor.
✅ ASEE are recruiting for a number of roles which can be found here.
✅ McElmeel Mobility Services are offering a number of exciting opportunities.
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Notice Board
🎃 Lá Teaghlaigh na Samhna | Aonach Mhacha | Saturday October 28 | 2pm to 5pm | Aonach Mhacha and the Armagh Rhymers are inviting boys and ghouls to a bilingual Halloween family fun day. Admission is free to the fun day which will consist of workshops with the Armagh Rhymers, an art workshop, music in Irish from other local musicians, games, and competitions!
💚🤍Green and White fundraising Night | Trainor’s Bar at Dan’s Bessbrook | Saturday November 4 | In aid of Micéal Lynch who fell ill while on holiday in Crete with his wife, Jennifer. More details here.
☕Discover & Connect | Wednesday November 8 | 1 - 4pm | Resource Centre, New Road, Silverbridge | £5 per person - call 028 30 835764 | Bolster Community host afternoon tea and dancing where organisations will also provide information on services available to people over 60s. Music by Max Cunningham from Luv Bug.
⛪ No Greater Love | Wednesday November 8 - Sunday November 12 | Armagh Elim Church | Armagh Elim will have a service each night for children, ladies, men, youth and the Sunday will be a day for the whole family. As a church, they simply want to share a message of hope to people that they are loved by God.
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