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9th September 2025
A few members of the City of Armagh Northern Ireland Supporters Club “on tour” in Köln this past weekend.
8th September 2025
This September, Janet Auld, along with some family members and friends, is excited to embark on a very personal and heartfelt journey. She is aiming to walk 1 mile every day throughout the month - which also happens to be Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Read Janet’s Story Here (or click the picture below)
8th September 2025
NEWRY Youth Performing Arts (NYPA) proudly marks its 5th anniversary this year with what promises to be an unforgettable adult led production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s legendary rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar. Taking to the stage of The Marketplace Theatre Armagh this week from 10th – 13th September for four shows only, this production will not only showcase the incredible talent within our community but also celebrate the journey of NYPA as a thriving hub for young performers and adults alike. Read The Full Article Here
6th September 2025
This afternoon (Saturday 6th), Armagh Cricket Cub were very privelaged to welcome Cricket Ireland President, Donna Armstrong and her sister Helene, to The Mall as the 1st XI hosted Donaghcloney Mill, in what was to be their penultimate game of the 2025 season. Donna, of course, is the daughter of one of Armagh’s greatest players Lloyd Armstrong who represented the 1st XI between the years of 1946 & 1954. Lloyd made 109 appearances, scoring 2777 runs and taking 320 wickets. More Cricket Club News Here
5th September 2025
With a 'BIG' birthday approaching very soon, Rev. Malcolm Kingston (St Mark’sChurch, Armagh) has set himself a challenge to walk 50km (approx 31 miles) today and, if possible, keep going to 50 miles!
At 9.30am this morning he was already at the 14 mile mark!
If you would like to join Malcolm for a mile or 2 this afternoon / evening, you will find him on the following route : The Mall East → Victoria Street → past Deansbridge shop → College Hill → and back to Mall East. He'd be glad of your company!
Malcolm is absolutely blown away by the support he has received so far!! Everyone has been so generous in contributing to his nominated charities: PIPS Hope & Support, Marie Curie & St Mark's, Armagh.
If you would like to support his efforts, please CLICK HERE
4th September 2025
Last week saw the rugby season kick off with games for Armagh Rucgby Club’s 1st XV vs Instonians and 2nd XV vs Lurgan. The Craic'd Pot Coffee House Player of the Match was awarded to Ross Taylor for the 1st XV and Luke McCall for the 2nd XV, for their impressive all round performances.
4th Spetember 2025
Great to have John Wilson and his wife from Portland, Oregon, visit the "Museum of Orange Heritage" at Sloan's House this morning. John is a descendant of the famous James Wilson who was at the Battle of the Diamond and obtained the first warrant from James Sloan for Dyan LOL No 1.
3rd September 2025
The ladies of Glenanne Women's Institute were wlcomed to the "Museum of Orange Heritage" at Sloan's House this evening for a conducted tour and supper provided by Sloan's Coffee Shop.
3rd September2025
Aarmagh Hockey Club were honoured to take part this evening in the Baton Of Hope Newry…
1st September 2025
On Sunday Collone Young Farmers Club held their annual tractor run in aid of PIPS Hope and Support and Rural Support, despite the wet weather they had a fabulous 106 tractors line the roads of Collone, and thank everyone for their support! A huge thank you to the committee and members who made the day possible, it couldn’t be done without you all. The Club were very happy with the support they received with everyone being so generous - and are delighted to announce that they raised £2585.78 for the charities, this will be added to the total for the year. Be sure to check out the tractor run album photo ablums on the Collone YFC facebook page, more will be posted soon…
1st Septembrt 2025
With all Saturday’s games cancelled due to the inclement weather, the centre of attention fell on Armagh Cricket Club’s 4th XI, who travelled yesterday (Sunday) to do battle with Templepatrick in Ballyclare. The 4’s were situated in joint first position with Dunmurry and a win would see them outright winners of Junior League 9, it would also mean that their opponents would be relegated, so a lot was at stake… They won!, so congratulations to ACC 4th XI.
30th August 2025
This Morning Primatial Royal Black District Chapter No.4 held it's annual Service of Remembrance for the 16 Sir Knights who were brutally murdered by terrorists. A Poppy Cross Wreath was laid at the memorial tablet on the wall of Armagh Orange Hall. They will always be remembered.
Tomorrow 31st August will mark 50 years from Sir Knight & Bro Joseph Reid was murdered. A special remembrance service will take place in the Temple Presbyterian Church, Keady at 3.00pm.
24th August 2025
A few photos from a very special event held on Sunday 24th August at The Mall. An Armagh Cricket Club Select XI hosted the Lester Select XI in a charity cricket game known as The Jim “Lolly” Lester Cup. The game was in honour of Jim Lester and also his brother Billy Lester who both sadly passed away some years previous.
The day proved a fantastic success with a large crowd gathered at the mall and many former players and current players turned out to play and support the showpiece event. Report and more pictures Here (or click the picture below)
20th August 2025
After a busy week, Armagh Old Boys Brass Band Summer School held their Finale Concert in The Band Hall on The Mall on Saturday afternoon past - Report and more pictures Here (or click the picture below)
19th August 2025
After a hugely successful series of events at this year’s Markethill Festival.. we have put together a gallery of some of the best bits… check out our Markethill Festival 2025 Photo Gallery HERE (or click below)
18th August 2025
Collone Young Farmer’s Club member Harry Chambers recently spent two weeks in Finland as part of the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster Exchange Programme. See More Here
11th August 2025
This evening members of Armagh True Blues Flute Band had the pleasure of handing over a cheque for £1412.98 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland. This was the proceeds from the Band’s Annual 11th night charity fancy dress parade. The band would like to thank all those that supported them at the event in aid of this very worthy cause!
5th August 2025
Some great photos from the Armagh Diocese team working in Moinesti, Romania! Here’s what some of the team had to say about their first day on site yesterday…
“Today, we had the opportunity to work with Habitat for Humanity, and it was a really meaningful experience. I worked in a group with people I hadn’t met before, and it was great getting to know everyone as we worked together. It felt good to contribute to something that will make a difference, and I truly hope the families enjoy and love what we've helped build for them.” - Laura
“We spent the day helping build a home for families in need, and it was incredibly rewarding ,not just because of the work we got to do, but because we got to do it alongside the families themselves and an amazing team of builders. It was a very enjoyable day.” - Katie
30th July 2025
Have you visited the Ballymoyer Sunflower Festival yet? There’s still time - See More Here
25th July 2025
Brethren from Co Armagh Junior Grand Lodge have been visiting various historic sites around the Somme this week.
24th July 2025
Final preparations! Markethill Festival would like to say thank you to all thier wonderful volunteers who have given up their time to put together everything for tomorrow and their first event! The Charity Open Garden is open tomorrow from 12.00pm to the public. Please arrive via the Tandragee road and leave (following the red arrows) to exit onto Armagh Newry road! Don’t worry we have plenty of signs up so you can’t get lost. Parking is available opposite the main house and if you are a blue badge holder there is disabled drop off (all signposted) - Full Details Here (or click the picture below)
24th July 2025
A cheque for £1000 was presented to Karen Hoy from Pretty in Pink (Breast Cancer) from Killeen LOL 1249. The money was raised from their annual charity dance. Killeen LOL 1249 have donated over £24,000 to various charities in recent years. Pictured below are Bro’s Uel Megarity, Samuel Megarity, Karen Hoy, Sharon & Sarah Croft and Bro Lester Megarity.
16th July 2025
The Charlemont Arms Hotel isn’t just a place to stay - it’s a living piece of Armagh’s history… Originally the home of Dr. Atkinson, the building became a hostelry in the 1760s, first known as The Caulfield Arms. In 1763, it was renamed in honour of the newly titled Earl of Charlemont. At one time, towns across Ireland had a Charlemont Arms - but today, ours is the last one standing. Ownership has passed through many hands, each leaving a mark. In the late 1800s, it became Mann’s Hotel and Hydropathic Establishment, offering Turkish baths - a taste of Victorian wellness. But it was in 1934 that the Forster family began their stewardship - a role now carried on by Helen and Judith Forster. Over the decades, they rebuilt after bomb damage in the 1970s, and in 1999 transformed the hotel with major renovations including new rooms, a restaurant, and Turners Wine Bar. Today, The Charlemont Arms Hotel proudly holds a 3-star Northern Ireland Tourist Board rating and continues to blend comfort with deep local heritage.
14th July 2025
Sunshine, showers, rainbows and cricket on The Mall.
14th July 2025
Three County Armagh Grand Lodge Officers pictured in Scarva Demesne today as Sir Knights of the Royal Black Institution at the annual Sham Fight. Record crowds, probably over 100,000, and a bigger than ever parade of Sir Knights and bands. And of course King William won again! Left to right: Sir Knt Lawson Burnett, Markethill Deputy District Master (Deputy County Grand Master); Sir Knt Jeffrey Lawson, Aghavilly RBP 443, Armagh, (Deputy County Grand Secretary); and Sir Knt Roger Gardiner, Markethill Deputy District Registrar (County Grand Secretary).
14th July 2025
Mavemacullen Accordion Band this morning before they head off to lead Grip Fast the Light RBP 54 through Scarva. Mavemacullen extend the warmest welcome to a few members from Cranfield Accordion Band who are joining them today.
14th July 2025
The crowds gathered early this morning to hear all about how Armagh Observatory & Planetarium record the daily weather. Today they are also having a family fun day to celebrate 230 years of continuous weather readings - with face painting, weather activities, dome shows and food trucks on site - walk in tickets are still available - see more here (or click the picture below for details of the fun day)
Read More Here about the Observatory’s 230 year milestone…
13th July 2025
A service of remembrance was held at Armagh Orange Hall on the 12th morning before lodges from the district headed for Keady. See more Twelfth photos here (or click the picture below)
11th July 2025
Monday 14th July is set to see huge crowds descend on Scarva village and Demsene for the annual Parade and Sham Fight. See More Here (or click the picture below)
7th July 2025
Richhill Tug Of War Club will be hosting the British & Irish Tug Of War Championships in the grounds of St Luke’s Hospital from 24th to 26th July. Over the last 50 years Richhill have enjoyed success at both outdoor and indoor competitions, winning various medals at World as well as UK and British & Irish levles. The picture below is the current Richhill team on their recent damp outing at Armagh County Show. More information on the British & Irish Tug of War Championships can be found here (or click the picture below)
6th July 2025
On Sunday evening 6th July, First Presbyterian Church Armagh were pleased to welcome Armagh District LOL No. 5 for their Annual Divine Service. More Photos Here (or click the picture below)
5th July 2025
As part of City of Armagh Northern Ireland Supporters Club’s 30th Anniversary Celebrations the club were keen to get their football team back up and going after a break of a few years. They were very pleased to be able to arrange a fixture against a Lisanally Rangers Veterans team packed with quality!
4th July 2025
A letter dated 4th October 1963, sent to a (then 17 year old) Armagh girl from a friend. This brilliant snippet is about the Beatles coming to Belfast… The letter writer has probably kicked themselves more than once in the years since… (8 shillings and 6 pence = 42½p in 1963 or £12.00 today)
“Are you going to see the ‘Beatles’ when they come to Belfast, Edith is going but I do not think it is worth wasting 8/6 upon them; I think that is what the admission fee is.”
3rd July 2025
Great to see Markethill Pipe Band back on the road after several years. They are looking forwward to leading Kilbracks LOL 119 on the 12th July in Keady.
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