February 15 In the Press

Markethill High School one of top three non-selective Controlled Schools in NI

Markethill High School has been ranked by the Irish News as one of the top three Controlled non selective schools in Northern Ireland in this year’s annual listings

The school, which offers pupils 27 GCSE subjects in-house, offers one of the strongest and broadest curricula for its pupils in the whole of Co Armagh. This year the school celebrated its highest ever pass rates in GSCE English, currently sitting at 19 per cent above the NI average.

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February 3 In the Press

Uluru tipped in global top 10 list as restaurant marks the end of an era

Strewth! Another honour bestowed on the team at Uluru Bar&Grill in Armagh! They just keep coming and coming.

Northern Ireland’s only Australian restaurant has been tipped in the top 10 places in the world, outside of Australia, to enjoy authentic Australian cuisine. The news, announced by the team at Cheapflights, came as the restaurant closed its doors in preparation for the big move to its new premises in Armagh. Here’s the story!

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January 3 In the Press

The Uluru team strikes while the oven is hot for #OneMoreMonth

Uluru Bar & Grill will be relocating to the new Emersons building in a move which will enhance the dining experience for all.

The team however will continue to serve food until February 1 at its current premises in Market Street for #OneMoreMonth. The date of the new opening will be announced in due course. Uluru has been mentioned in The Michelin Guide 2014/15 and is the only restaurant to be listed in The Good Food Guide 2015 for Co Armagh.

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January 1 In the Press

Great start to New Year as duo raise £30,000 for vulnerable children during epic challenge

Rick Stein’s Head Chef Stephane Delourme and Peter McGahan, owner of Worldwide Financial Planning have raised £30,000 for Cornish charities.

The pair created the Celtic 7 Marathon Challenge last year which saw them running seven marathons in seven Celtic countries. Stephane and Peter’s challenge has come to an end and they are overwhelmed by the support shown by the media, their families, friends, business associates and the public.

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December 15 In the Press

Food parcels and toys show ‘iCare At Christmas’ for struggling families

Christmas is a time of year where community spirit comes alive and this is definitely the case at iCare and Homecare Independent living.

The support services team will be donating food parcels and toys to families who are struggling this Christmas with food and presents for children. Mairead Mackle, chief executive of Homecare Independent Living said this is “the right thing to do” for the community.

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December 9 In the Press

Markethill High School

Principal expresses confidence in imminent SELB decisions over post-16 education

For over two years Markethill High School have been campaigning for a new build school and sixth form provision.

At the school’s recent prize night the chairman of the Board of Governors told the audience of parents, pupils and stakeholders that he and the staff are confident the SELB will reach the right decision for the development of post-16 education for the non-selective Controlled Sector in the Markethill area.

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December 8 In the Press

Santa steps in to make couple’s Christmas dream come true at Santa’s Gatelodge

Christmas is always a special time of the year but it’s been made extra special this year for a couple from Newry.

Collie Johnston, 35, wanted to propose to his girlfriend at this year’s Santa’s Gatelodge. But when he couldn’t get any tickets he had to turn to Santa Claus for a little bit of help. So Santa had to pull a few magical strings and managed to get an entire team of people to play cupid so Collie could propose to his girlfriend Debbie.

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December 8 In the Press

Co Couture in world’s top 40 after International Chocolate Awards Finals 2014

Co Couture is a fine chocolate basement shop on Chichester Street in the heart of Belfast’s city centre.

Co Couture entered its Japanese Cherry Sencha bar into The International Chocolate Awards Finals 2014 which attracted over 950 fine chocolate products from across the globe. The judging panel, made up of experts, food journalists, bloggers, chefs, sommeliers and pastry chefs, awarded silver to Co Couture.

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November 24 In the Press

Uluru team are overjoyed as restaurant receives Michelin Guide approval

Uluru Bar & Grill has received notification it is recommended in the Michelin Guide 2015, The McKenna’s Guide and is eligible for the Good Food Award.

Dean Coppard, of Uluru Bar & Grill says the recommendations are testament to the hard work put in by the team, the authenticity of cooking, attention to customer service and the team’s drive to give people an eating establishment which offers customers a great dining experience.

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November 24 In the Press

Post Office is officially opened in Armagh as customers queue up for quality service

Christmas is fast approaching and Emersons supermarket is now gearing up for the Christmas rush at the Post Office.

The facility, which was officially opened yesterday (24/11/2014), is gearing up for the Christmas queues. Gavin Emerson, owner of Emersons supermarket, welcomed the Post Office team to the new location and said the facility will play a huge role in the overall £2million development in Armagh’s high street.

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November 24 In the Press

Celebrations as Markethill High School to get £500,000 state of the art hockey pitch

The future is bright as Markethill High School students celebrate news that the SELB is awarding it a £500,000 hockey pitch.

The state-of-the art 2G synthetic hockey pitch will serve the High School pupils and the broader community for decades to come. The Under-16 boy’s team are Taylor Cup Champions and are celebrating being through to the semi-final of the prestigious Prior Shield. This pitch will be a huge push for school hockey.

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November 10 In the Press

Post Office announce opening date of new facility at Emersons supermarket

Earlier this year Post Office Ltd announced its decision to relocate to Emerson’s supermarket which is undergoing a £2million refurbishment.

The Post Office has today released a statement about the opening of the facility in Emerson’s supermarket. The modernisation is part of a major Government investment programme that is enabling Post Office Ltd to continue investing in the network and to map out a growth strategy.

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November 7 In the Press

Fighting for pink again as ‘AmberGreen Energy Tour of Ulster’ is announced

The Tour of Ulster is Ireland’s longest established cycling race and since it was established in 1957 its popularity has rocketed.

In 2015, cyclists from around Europe will travel to Northern Ireland to take part in the ‘AmberGreen Energy Tour of Ulster’ which will take riders from Stormont, to Newry, onto Armagh and finishing in Cookstown. The tour is embedded in the racing calendar and is a highlight of the racing year.

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November 7 In the Press

INTO says no to cuts as budgets are slashed yet again

1,000 solar jobs at risk if DETI shines green light on ROC reduction

The solar industry in Northern Ireland is booming with more and more households and businesses realising the benefits of generating energy.

This week, the Northern Ireland Solar Trade Association attended a Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment committee meeting to give evidence to the Minister as to why the proposals to reduce the Renewable Obligation Certificate should not be implemented. Here’s the full story.

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November 3 In the Press

Hats off to businesses who join ranks to support charitable catwalk fundraiser

Budgets are being slashed and organisations and events are being turned down for funding.

But there are some shining examples of businesses which are stepping up to the plate and funding events which would previously have been eligible for public funding. Socially minded companies, like Homecare Independent Living, are leading by example by supporting ‘Falling For Fashion’.

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