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From Coagh to the White House: JD Vance's Tyrone connection

3 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Thomas Maher

IN the quiet village of Coagh, a local historian has uncovered a fascinating link between the community and the United States’ current Vice President, JD Vance. John Hagan, a passionate researcher of local history, recently delved into the Vance family tree after learning of Vance’s claim to Ulster Scots ancestry.
Strabane student wants to help people overcome their phobias

3 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Thomas Maher

A STRABANE student has landed a major international grant to tackle a global issue – one phobia at a time. Liam Harte, a 20-year-old Computer Science and Virtual Reality student at Queen’s University Belfast, has been awarded over $25,000 for his mental health startup Rephobia, which uses immersive VR technology to help people confront and overcome their fears.
Tyrone U20s power past Kerry into All-Ireland Final

4 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Alan Rodgers

Tyrone 2-14 Kerry 0-14ONE more step remains to be taken by the Tyrone U-20s in their spirited quest for All-Ireland glory which saw them confidently dispose of Kerry thanks to a display laced with quality performances. There was no doubting the Red Hand dominance throughout the field in this semi-final clash at Portlaoise on Sunday afternoon.
Cancer survivor organising special event for support charities

4 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Thomas Maher

A LOCAL family will be raising vital funds for Care for Cancer and Dementia NI by hosting a dance and raffle – the ‘Midsummer Hooley’ – at Canavan’s in Garvaghy next month. The event is being organised by Claire McGaughey, originally from Dromore, and her family who have experienced the impact of both cancer and Alzheimer’s within their own circle.
Meeting held over proposed new teams at Carrickmore Health Centre

4 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Alan Rodgers

A MEETING has taken place with GPs and staff at Carrickmore Health Centre to explore the potential for funding multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) at the Mid-Tyrone practice, which serves thousands of patients. Details were revealed in a letter from Tracy McCaig, interim chief operating officer at the Department of Health, presented at this week’s Fermanagh and Omagh District Council meeting.
Decision on Omagh crematorium plan not expected until 2026

4 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Alan Rodgers

A FINAL decision on whether to build a long-awaited £6 million crematorium at Greenhill Cemetery in Omagh is expected to be made by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in 2026. Planning permission for the crematorium was first granted 13 years ago for a site at Greenhill on the Gortin Road. In December 2022, the council approved the development of a full business case, and the planning permission was renewed in March 2023.
Former Omagh army base attacked again by arsonists

4 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Callum McGuigan

THE former married quarters at the disused St Lucia Barracks have been targeted in an arson attack for the fourth time this year. Police and firefighters were called to the site in the early hours of Monday, where a number of derelict buildings were found on fire. The incident is being treated as deliberate. “Shortly after 4.35am, it was reported that a number of derelict properties were alight,” said PSNI Sergeant Lucas.
Mossey making his mark with club and county

5 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Alan Rodgers

AN All-Ireland semi-final appearance combined with the imminent prospect of senior football at club level are the big incentives for a young man from Gortin who is enjoying football right now ahead of a big date with the Tyrone U-20s. Liam Og Mossey was a key figure for the St Patrick’s when they collected the Division Two league title last autumn.
Strabane dance raises almost £5,000 for Rory Carlin Memorial Fund

5 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Paul McElwee

A Strabane man has praised the local community after raising over £4,600 for alcohol and drug awareness at a hugely successful charity concert held in memory of his late son. Dominic Carlin, who has campaigned tirelessly since the tragic death of his son Rory due to substance misuse, hosted a ‘Country Music Night’ at St Pat’s Hall last month.
Residents demand action to stop vehicles speeding through village

5 days ago | wearetyrone.com | Thomas Maher

A GROUP of concerned residents from Douglas Bridge has called for urgent action to tackle rising traffic volumes and dangerous speeding through their village. The issue was the focus of a community meeting held at Douglas Bridge Community Centre, where members of the Douglas Bridge Community Association met with Sinn Féin councillors Antaine Ó Fearghail and Brian Harte to voice their concerns.