Callum McGuigan

1 week ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

THE lush green lands of Ireland and Britain retain historic monuments that reflect the class and architecture of an almost forgotten high society. Large manors and estates, many of which have since become tourist attractions, stand as symbols of both national heritage and social class. In times past, particularly during the plantation era, many noblemen arrived in Ulster and further south to claim lands granted to them by the Crown.

1 week ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

THREE villages across Tyrone are preparing for Twelfth parades this year, with Coagh, Augher and Sixmilecross all set to host Orange Order demonstrations. Preparations are well underway for the events, with Coagh taking centre stage as one of the largest parades in the North this year. Around 70 lodges and 50 bands will take part, including a growing number of Junior Lodges. “This will be a wonderful reflection of the bright future of Orangeism in Tyrone,” a spokesperson said.

1 week ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

RESIDENTS across Omagh and surrounding townlands have been left baffled and frustrated after household bins were overturned and rubbish scattered across roads in what police are calling a ‘serious matter’. The incident, which unfolded late Wednesday into Thursday morning last week, affected areas including Mountfield village, Cookstown Road, Crocknaboy Road, Fecarry Road, Gortin Road and Dromore Road. On Thursday morning, residents awoke to scenes of widespread mess.

2 weeks ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

A KILLYCLOGHER man has been awarded a MBE for his contributions to Northern Ireland’s hospitality industry. Listed in this year’s Kings birthday honours list was James McGinn, the director of Hastings Hotel group, which manage numerous hotels across the North, most notably the Europa Hotel in Belfast.

2 weeks ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

AN Omagh man will no longer face manslaughter charges over the death of Paul Brown, who collapsed and died after witnessing a ‘machete attack’ on his son. Deon Fullen (23), previously from Omagh but now living in Springdale, Dungannon, was re-arraigned this week on one charge. On Wednesday, Fullen pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of Paul Brown’s son, Owen, instead admitting a lesser charge of grievous bodily harm with intent.