Mid Ulster

A chalet-style glamping pod is among the designs approved by Mid Ulster planning officers. Image: Mid Ulster planning portal

17 glamping pods ‘will help boost tourism offer’

Smart living and lower running costs: pictured (from left) Niall Gribbin, Director of Setanta Construction; homeowners Anne-Marie and Eddie McGoldrick; and Mark Gribbin, Director of Setanta Construction outside the McGoldrick’s full-electric, smart tech home that costs £44 per week to run, including electric vehicle charging.Credit: Supplied

Fully electric home built by Mid Ulster based Setanta Construction

Keenwood Construction has appointed Darren Hamill as managing director, with founder Seamus Keenan continuing as chief executive

NI construction firm begins a new chapter under managing director

Ben Boyd, Owner of Ben’s Ice Cream with Andrew Scott, Store Manager of JC Stewart | Supplied

Ben's Ice Cream hits shops for first time with launch of new 500ml tub range

Councillor Deirdre Varsani urged people to get involved

Council urges public to recycle unwanted Halloween and Christmas outfits

Pearce Kelly, together with his wife Oonagh and their daughter Ellen, will take on Rory’s Miles to Mayo Challenge for Cancer Fund for Children from September 12 – 20

Family’s nine marathons in nine days challenge in memory of local children

An image circulated online of some of the items seized by police from the party

PSNI officers shut down drug-fuelled party 'that had no intention of stopping'

Sinn Fein Infrastructure Minister Kimmins pictured with Seamus Keenan, DfI Roads, at the A5. She said she is keen to see the A5 scheme progress without further delays. Photo: Dept of Infrastructure.

Ex-SF MLA blames 1609 arrival of Protestants for party's A5 road failure

Picture are the Employee Ownership Ireland team, from left, Aidan O’ Neill, Founder and Board Member, Karen Maguire, Chairperson; and Catherine Muldoon, Project Officer, Employee Ownership Ireland. Credit: Supplied

Mid Ulster businesses lead the way on succession planning

Oakleaf Commercial Manager Nigel McCarthy (centre) is pictured onsite at the new factory with colleagues John Desbourough and Darcie Whitehead. Credit: Ian Cooper Photography

NI construction firm branches ot with 'exciting new chapter'

A re-enactment of the reading of the US declaration of independence will be staged at the Ulster American Folk Park to mark the 250th anniversary weekend. Photo: Johnny Frazer

US250: Double the party as Ulster American Folk Park hits 50th birthday

The Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh is running American Independence Weekend (July 4–5)

Ulster Scots across the province join in America’s 4th July celebrations

Jim Eastwood, General Manager of Cookstown Enterprise Centre. Credit: Supplied

Cookstown Enterprise Centre transforming into modern hub of innovation

Fuel prices have soared on the forecourt since the attack on Iran slightly over four months ago (Photo by Alishia Abodunde/Getty Images)

Home heating oil drops to 84p per litre after three months of war in Iran

SDLP MLA Patsy McGlone backed the hunting with dogs bill proceeding to the scrutiny stage - but wants greater clarity on its impact on shooting.

SDLP MLA warns of 'widespread concern' for gunowners over hunting ban bill

Both Claire Daly and co-founder Caoimhe McCormick bring experience from working in-house within a leading accountancy environment - a background that continues to influence how they approach client work

New NI law firm targets gap between legal advice and business decisions
The Mid Ulster and Belfast-based corporate firm aims to bring earlier, commercially focused legal input to transactions
Claire Cartmill

Tyre Safety Centre Cookstown, based on Dungannon Road, has announced it will now close at weekends — a significant change for a company where Saturdays have been part of working life for 54 years and three generations of the Simpson family. Credit Facebook

End of an era as NI family tyre business ends Saturday trading after 54 years

Employment levels in Northern Ireland have risen by more than 9,000 over the past year, according to the latest official payroll figures. (Image credit: Pixabay)

Jobs up by over 9,000 across NI in past year — here’s how your area performed

Maghera furniture manufacturer Craftec Group has secured over £1.3 million in sales to Great Britain in its first year of trading, following support from Invest Northern Ireland. Pictured is Ethna McNamee, head of Western Regional Business at Invest NI, Ann McErlean, managing director of Craftec Group and Mary-Jo McGuire, client executive, Invest NI

NI furniture start-up hits record £1.3m sales milestone in first year

Pictured at the launch of the new Site Supervisor Academy are, Anthony Quinn, Mid Ulster LMP Chair; Denise Johnston, Deputy Chair of Mid Ulster District Council and Drew Davis, Training Solutions NI. Credit: Supplied

Nominations sought for construction site supervisor academy in Mid Ulster

The Dale Farm cheese factory as it currently looks like from the road (above), and a CGI rendition of the major extension which has been approved (below). Image: Mid Ulster planning portal

Dale Farm factory expansion approved in major boost for Mid Ulster economy

Northern Ireland construction company Henry Brothers has started work on its new flagship office at its Magherafelt headquarters, marking a major investment in its future and reaffirming its long-standing ties to the Mid Ulster region

NI construction firm breaks ground on new office to mark 50 years in business

The report from the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (Nisra) measures deaths from conditions known to be exclusively caused by alcohol

Close to 400 deaths caused by alcohol in NI last year

East Tyrone Reinforcement project will increase capacity at Dungannon Main substation to accommodate rising electricity demand. Credit: SONI

SONI launches public consultation for East Tyrone Reinforcement Project

The new Howden's depot at Kilcronagh Business Park in Cookstown | Supplied

Howdens trade-only kitchen supplier opens new depot in Cookstown

Plans that would see the Home Bargains store more than double in size at the Oaks Shopping Centre are a step closer, as Mid Ulster planning officers have determined there is no need for a Sewer Adoption Agreement. Credit planning portal

Planning hurdle cleared for £3.5m ‘supersized’ NI Home Bargains store

missing Jessica Girvan

Police increasingly concerned about safety of missing teen Jessica Girvan
An urgent appeal has been issued to find missing 17-year-old Jessica Girvan.
Gemma Murray

Prince Andrew Way in Carrickfergus, County Antrim. Mid and East Antrim Council has agreed to change the name of the street. Photo: Jonathan McCambridge/PA Wire

Prince Andrew Way to go - will Belfast and Mid Ulster follow?

Planning permission has been granted for the provision of dog boarding kennels at 55 Ballynafeagh Road, Stewartstown, to include 24 kennels, one isolation unit and a food preparation area and store. Picture: (stock image) Unsplash

Mid Ulster planners approve application for dog boarding kennels

Toomebridge construction and refurbishment firm Edgewater Contracts has completed the first phase of a £45 million transformation of guestrooms and suites at The Savoy Hotel, London, one of the world’s most iconic hotels. Pictured is the view from the new signature balcony river suite created by Edgewater as part of the project

NI firm delivers £45m refurbishment at one of the world’s most iconic hotels

Newry Private Clinic has become part of Kingsbridge Health Group. Pictured is Raymond McSorley, chief commercial officer, Kingsbridge Health Group (KHG), David McCaul, Newry Private Clinic, Mark Regan CEO, KHG, Joanne McNeill, chief marketing and sales officer, KHG and Laura McCaul, Newry Private Clinic

Newry Private Clinic joins Kingsbridge for undisclosed sum in major expansion

Pictured (L-R) is Mid Ulster First Community Responders Stephen Herron, Margaret Murray, Bronagh Stephenson and Kaye Purvis.

Energia Group answers the call of Magherafelt First Responders

Pictured at the launch of the Mid Ulster HR Employer Forum is the Forum’s Steering Group. Top (l-r) are Rachel McIvor, PK Murphy; Sharon Logue, Uform; and Kerry Reynolds, Translink. Bottom (l-r) are Tracy McGibney, Tailored Image; Roisin McCabe, Specdrum; Danielle Donnelly, Tyrone Fabrication; and Linda Carson, Mid Ulster District Council. Credit: Contributed

New digital network launched to support HR professionals and employers

missing Matthew Acheson

Police thank public for assistance as Matthew Acheson found 'safe and well'

Missing Layla Douglas

Urgent appeal to find missing Layla Douglas - last seen wearing pink top

The agri-food incubator units will be built in this field, next to Torrent Valley Business Park. Credit: Google

Mid Ulster planners give go-ahead to new agri food hub

First Minister Michelle O'Neill during an interview with the PA news agency at her constituency office in Cookstown ahead of the Northern Ireland Assembly return after summer recess. The Sinn Fein vice president said April 2028 would represent an “excellent time” to confirm a future Irish unity poll. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

O’Neill urges PM to use Belfast Agreement 30th anniversary to confirm unity poll

Police are making enquiries into the whereabouts of a young female who goes by the name of Rhianna

Appeal about whereabouts of 'a young female who goes by the name of Rhianna'

UUP deputy leader Robbie Butler. Photo: Jonathan Porter/PressEye

UUP member he signed young unionists' letter 'in a personal capacity'

Pictured, from left, are Peter Curran, Head of Dual Market Access, Invest NI; Ethna McNamee, Western Regional Manager, Invest NI; Michael McGrath, Owner, Crushing Screening Parts Limited (Maghera); Councillor Dominic Molloy, Chair of the Local Economic Partnership of Mid Ulster District Council; Jonathan Walsh, Director & Trade Consultant, Fortior Insight. Credit:Darren Kidd

Over £55m to be invested in Mid Ulster economy creating 450 new jobs

Antrim-headquartered automotive services firm Kerr’s Tyres Group has acquired Maghera Tyre Centre, a long-established business in Mid Ulster, as part of its strategic expansion across Northern Ireland

NI tyre giant welcomes established Mid Ulster business to its growing family

An artist's impression of what the larger Home Bargains store will look like. Credit: Mid Ulster planning portal

Home Bargains store to double in size following green light from planners

Winners of the Federation of Master Builders Sustainability Award are joint directors of Setanta Construction Mark and Niall Gribbin with Eddie Weir, Eddie Weir PCIAT PPCIAT, Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

NI construction firm wins 'Master Builder Award' for green north Antrim home

Missing 14 year old Nikki Livingstone

Appeal to find missing schoolgirls Nikki Livingstone and Lilly Rose McVitty

Dedicated retailers mark 40 years of service at their Londonderry community store. Pictured is Martin Agnew from Henderson Group presenting the Lynch family with their anniversary plaque. Included are Paul Lynch, Conor Lynch, Martin Agnew, Denis Lynch, Anne Lynch and Gary Lynch

Dedicated retailers mark 40 years at one of their nine NI community stores

Lynch’s SPAR Claudy is marking a major milestone of serving their local community for 40 years. Pictured is Martin Agnew from Henderson Group presenting the Lynch family with their anniversary plaque. included are Paul Lynch, Conor Lynch, Martin Agnew, Denis Lynch, Anne Lynch and Gary Lynch

NI family store marks four decades of local pride, growth, and charitable spirit

Office accommodation in a listed building, itself part of a Georgian row of buildings in Northland Row, Dungannon, is to be turned into 14 apartments. Credit: Google

Georgian town house reverting to 'original residential use' with apartments plan

One in five Northern Ireland SMEs experience barriers in accessing finance. Pictured is Michael McQuillan, Chief Executive, Enterprise NI

One in five Northern Ireland SMEs experience barriers in accessing finance

Dual-language English-Irish street signage is going to be provided at Pinewood Manor, Ballygawley. Credit: Google

More English-Irish street signs approved for Mid Ulster

Lee Tavinder brought an end to his 27-year career as an official back on Boxing Day

Officials explaining Irish League decision would be a welcome move: Lee Tavinder

Missing Maria Molloy

Appeal from PSNI across social media pages for missing Maria Molloy

Enniskillen Magistrates Court. Credit: Google

Man to appear in court tomorrow in relation to robberies in Mid Ulster area

During his presbytery tours, the moderator has taken a keen interest in schools and the education of young people, and this week is no exception

Moderator set for tour of Mid Ulster

Police have seized suspected Class B drugs with an estimated street value of approximately £50,000 following a search at a property in the Dungannon area on Saturday evening (January 25)

Police seize £50,000 worth of suspected drugs in Dungannon

SDLP MLA Patsy McGlone. Photo: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

Storm Eowyn: MLA struggles to contact NIE emergency line

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