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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Devoted Ards couple celebrate 60 years together

A DEVOTED Newtownards couple have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary, following a temporary separation after decades of being inseparable. Marlene and Joseph Cowan, of East Street, were surrounded by their loving family and friends for their big diamond anniversary on March 29 for a special celebration at the Strangford Arms. The couple, both 81, had […] The post Devoted Ards couple celebrate 60 years together appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Taking the difficulty out of making friends

MANCHESTER born Keeley Wilson is adjusting to a new life in Donaghadee with the help of a network of local friends she has brought together through social media. “It’s quite hard to find new friends when you’re a bit older,” says the 26 year-old who moved here 18 months ago to be with her Millisle […] The post Taking the difficulty out of making friends appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Donaghadee legend steps down after 50 years

It is no exaggeration to say that Donaghadee will lose the ‘sole’ of its business and community life with the closure of Dunn’s Footwear on April 29. It comes on the heel of owner Kate Boyd’s decision to retire after 50 years of fitting, measuring and selling shoes to local residents, caravanners, international visitors and […] The post Donaghadee legend steps down after 50 years appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Raffrey Girls’ Brigade celebrates 70 years of serving the community

A MILESTONE celebration took place recently, marking Raffrey Girls’ Brigade’s 70th anniversary. The company held its anniversary display on Friday, March 20, which was attended by current and former officers and saw a number of awards presented to members who achieved Brigader Brooches as well as Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The guest of honour was […] The post Raffrey Girls’ Brigade celebrates 70 years of serving the community appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Tributes to founder at Comber Music Club anniversary night

THE memory of the late Sammy Pollock was at the heart of celebrations as Comber Music Club marked its 12th anniversary with a special memorial evening. The event not only recognised more than a decade of music and community spirit, but also paid tribute to a founding member and long-serving chairman whose dedication helped shape […] The post Tributes to founder at Comber Music Club anniversary night appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Flying club launches bursary fund for trainee pilots

THE ULSTER Flying Club has unveiled an unprecedented series of five new bursaries to fund learner pilots’ journeys into the skies following a major anonymous donation. The Newtownards club aims to strip away the financial barriers associated with pursuing a career as a pilot, in a bid to ‘keep the spirit of flight alive’ and […] The post Flying club launches bursary fund for trainee pilots appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Forty years at the heart of Comber community

A CORNERSTONE of local life for four decades, SuperValu Comber, has marked its 40th anniversary with a lively day of celebrations, highlighting its deep roots in the town. Originally opened in 1986 as Wellworths, the store joined SuperValu in 1996 — the same year the brand expanded into Northern Ireland, now marking 30 years in […] The post Forty years at the heart of Comber community appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Wood homes plan refusal is set to be appealed

DEVELOPERS who want to build luxury homes at the site of an ancient wood outside Newtownards are to appeal planning refusal. The decision by Ards and North Down Council not to grant approval for homes at Tullynagardy Wood will be heard by a Planning Appeals Commissioner on Wednesday, April 29. Previously, planning permission was declined […] The post Wood homes plan refusal is set to be appealed appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Ards Ladies reclaim spot in Irish top division

ARDS Ladies have returned to the top table of Irish hockey after they secured promotion to EY1 with a narrow victory over Cork Harlequins on Sunday. The Oranges were relegated from top division two years, dropping down to EY2, but such is their fight and spirit, that they bounced back, achieving a top two finish […] The post Ards Ladies reclaim spot in Irish top division appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Jordan rides to glory at Bishopscourt

By Gordon Williams THE Temple Motorcycle and Athletic Club promoted the second round of the Ulster Superbike Championship at Bishopscourt on Saturday. In the opening Superbike race, Jonny Campbell took his BMW into the lead ahead of Carl Phillips on the SBT BMW and Jamie Lyons on the JLR/Ability Engineering Honda, closely followed by Richard Cooper, Mike […] The post Jordan rides to glory at Bishopscourt appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Ards Rangers second best as Lisburn Rangers kick on in title race

Ards RANGERS 0 LISBURN RANGERS 2 ARDS Rangers were unable to put a dent in Lisburn Rangers’ title hopes as the visitors moved to within one point of league leaders Derriaghy CC with victory at Drome Park. Lisburn were not without their chances in the first half, but striker Jamie Willighan missed a bagful of chances […] The post Ards Rangers second best as Lisburn Rangers kick on in title race appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle4 days ago

Regent House crowned champions again

Regent House 5 Aquinas GRAMMAR 2 NISFA NORTHERN IRELAND U-18 PLATE FINAL Regent House lifted the Northern Ireland U-18 Plate for the third time in their history following a convincing over Aquinas Grammar. Regent has a fine tradition in the NI Plate, having won it in both 2018 and 2019, and after losing last year’s […] The post Regent House crowned champions again appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Bangor Ladies ‘make a statement’ in extending perfect record

By Lewis Bennett Bangor Ladies 4 Craigavon City Ladies 1 OLIVIA Marshall has insisted Bangor Ladies’ only focus is on ensuring the good times keep rolling after a 4-1 victory over Craigavon City Ladies made it three wins from three in the NIWFA Championship last week. The in-form forward scored one and was the architect The post Bangor Ladies ‘make a statement’ in extending perfect record appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Trio of wonder goals seals Academy glory

By Chris Dougan Bangor Academy 3 Nendrum College 0 BANGOR Academy cruised to a victory over Nendrum College as they clinched the North Down U-16 title with a clinical second-half display. The 3-0 scoreline perhaps belies how well-contested the match was, but Bangor Academy’s clinical edge in the final third ensured the North Down trophy The post Trio of wonder goals seals Academy glory appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Double delight for high-flying Bangor netballers

Bangor 51 Westside 46 BANGOR made it a double celebration when they beat Westside in a tense Betty Richmond Shield final at Ards Blair Mayne on Saturday, adding to their league triumph. With the Senior 1 league title and promotion to the Premier league for next season already secured, a strong Westside team, which finished The post Double delight for high-flying Bangor netballers appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

North Down athlete’s viral selfless act

NORTH Down Athletic Club’s Aaron Beggs has gone viral after he stopped his run to help a struggling competitor cross the line at the Boston Marathon. Almost three hours into the world-famous, 26.2-mile race, with the finish line in sight and a personal best within touching distance, Beggs ignored his own ambitions when he spotted The post North Down athlete’s viral selfless act appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Council to back car park plan

COUNCILLORS are next week expected to approve a controversial car park at Bangor seafront despite vociferous protests from local residents. The Spectator understands the DUP and UUP are broadly supportive of the project and while there is some concern within the Alliance Party, it is believed the party will row in behind the scheme. As The post Council to back car park plan appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

HOLYWOOD’S NEXT STAR

TEENAGER Henry Campbell is following in the footsteps of Rory McIlory as he becomes the latest Holywood Golf Club youth to make headlines. The 14-year-old from Helen’s Bay is in the midst of a stellar run of success that has culminated in selection to the Ireland U-16 team. Not only does a place on the The post HOLYWOOD’S NEXT STAR appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Dedicated Elizabeth gets Royal seal of approval

IT WAS a day to remember for Bangor’s Elizabeth Hamilton when she received her MBE at Windsor Castle recently. The 76 year-old security guard at Stormont received the honour from Princess Ann who encouraged her to ‘keep on doing what you are doing, you are obviously good at it’. Elizabeth, who has lived in the The post Dedicated Elizabeth gets Royal seal of approval appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Festival weekend as Sea Bangor returns

SEA Bangor will return to Bangor’s seafront next month with a weekend of maritime-themed activities, food and entertainment planned. The event will take place on May 23 and 24 along Quay Street and Seacliff Road, where visitors can expect a festival atmosphere with food trucks, an outdoor bar operated by The Rabbit Rooms and stalls The post Festival weekend as Sea Bangor returns appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Bangor resident celebrates 100th birthday

A BANGOR resident has celebrated her 100th birthday. Sarah Elizabeth Fleming, known by everyone as Lily, is a resident at Tughan Court and marked her momentous birthday on Sunday. Sarah was born in Londonderry in 1926, two days before Queen Elizabeth, and was the middle child of three siblings. Her older brother Robert Long has The post Bangor resident celebrates 100th birthday appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator4 days ago

Billy (80) swaps pipe and slippers for supermarket checkout

AN OCTOGENARIAN who has enjoyed a new career well past retirement age has been celebrated by his Asda colleagues in Bangor after reaching the birthday milestone. Billy Cooper wanted to keep his recent 80th birthday quiet from everyone but when he arrived at work on the big day, his colleagues had other ideas. Soon everyone The post Billy (80) swaps pipe and slippers for supermarket checkout appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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Newtownards Chronicle6 days ago

Photographer set to surprise subjects at charity exhibition

A BALLYGOWAN photographer plans to surprise the subjects of his photographs with a free exhibition next month. Friendly local faces will be on display at Gourley’s Bar in Ballygowan, from May 7-10, as part of a photo exhibition which has been put together by photographer John McKenzie. The 69 year-old has been snapping the faces […] The post Photographer set to surprise subjects at charity exhibition appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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Newtownards Chronicle7 days ago

Killyleagh body picks up community award

COMMUNITY spirit in Killyleagh has been recognised as a shining example at a recent award ceremony.  Killyleagh Community Association took the top spot in the Community Spirit section of this year’s Housing Executive’s Rural Community Awards, securing a prize of £1,000. Committed to working collaboratively the Association provides a wide range of services to enable […] The post Killyleagh body picks up community award appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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County Down Spectator7 days ago

Wombles inspire Annie in Helen’s Bay beach clean

AN inspiring seven year-old recently organised a beach clean at Helen’s Bay, after being captivated by The Wombles. Annie Hawkins was so inspired after reading Elizabeth Beresford’s tales of the fuzzy environmentalists that she decided to take action in her own local area. The young girl, who hails from Crawfordsburn, rallied together her family The post Wombles inspire Annie in Helen’s Bay beach clean appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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Newtownards Chronicle7 days ago

MENARYS READY TO LAUNCH SECOND STORE IN BANGOR!

Leading department store group, MENARYS, are adding the finishing touches to their new 4000sq ft. store at Lesley Bloomfield Shopping Centre, Bangor which will open to eagerly awaiting customers on Thursday 23 April at 11am. Menarys has been a popular choice for Bangor shoppers since opening in the town in 1997! The store on Main […] The post MENARYS READY TO LAUNCH SECOND STORE IN BANGOR! appeared first on Newtownards Chronicle.

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County Down Spectator11 days ago

Golf legend Jack Nicklaus amongst those to congratulate McIlroy

By Daniel Noble THERE has been an outpouring of praise for double Masters champion Rory McIlroy, with the who’s who of the celebrity world extending congratulations. From sports stars and football clubs to world leaders and the Royal Family, the Holywood golfer is certainly not short on people celebrating his success. Fellow golfer and friend The post Golf legend Jack Nicklaus amongst those to congratulate McIlroy appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator11 days ago

McIlroy says he owes his parents everything

By Daniel Noble BACK-TO-BACK Masters champion Rory McIlroy paid a heartfelt tribute to his family following his victory on Sunday. Rory’s mum and dad, Rosie and Gerry, proudly watched on as their son signed his name into golf ’s record books once again. The pair have supported the golfing great every step of the way The post McIlroy says he owes his parents everything appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator11 days ago

McIlroy is still the Master

By Daniel Noble RORY McIlroy further cemented his name as a golfing great on Sunday, becoming only the fourth player to claim consecutive Masters titles. A year on from completing the career grand slam with his first acquisition of the fabled green jacket, joining the exclusive group of Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack The post McIlroy is still the Master appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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County Down Spectator11 days ago

Rescue volunteer Ryan speaks out for first time after assault

By Sarah Curran RYAN Gray has spoken for the first time about the vicious attack he and his dog endured last month. Speaking with The Spectator, the K9 Search and Rescue founder and volunteer reflected on the attack for the first time, telling how 15-20 youths attacked him and his dog, as well as a The post Rescue volunteer Ryan speaks out for first time after assault appeared first on County Down Spectator.

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