Kieran McGeeney’s side came out on top in an instant Ulster SFC semi-final against Tyrone with Rory Grugan keeping his composure to score the winning free with the last kick of the game The Ballymacnab man’s hero moment kept the All-Ireland champion Orchardmen in the fight for their first provincial title since 2008 Donegal had to fight equally as hard against Conor Laverty’s Down who were reading early on against Jim McGuinness’ Tír Chonnaill men before they turned on the style and some out with Paddy McBrearty’s shooting coming up clutch as he finished with 1-4 Jim McGuinness’ side announced their comeback to the pinnacle of Ulster football last year following a rocky few years after McGuinness left but since the Naomh Connaill man came back However, last year is in the past, and the fact of the matter is, Armagh are the reigning All-Ireland champions, which they don’t just hand out, but Donegal have not lost to them in four meetings between the National Leagues and Championship seasons The Ulster Senior Football Championship final between Armagh and Donegal will take place on Saturday The Ulster final between Donegal and Armagh has sold out on Ticketmaster The Ulster Senior Football final will be available for fans to watch on both sides of the border, with RTÉ’s ‘The Sunday Game’ and the BBC both providing live coverage of the match from Clones. Facebook pageTwitter feedRSS feed@2025 The Irish News Ltd Fáilte chuig gaa.ie - suíomh oifigiúil CLG Action from Monaghan's Electric Ireland Ulster Minor Football Championship win over Antrim Electric Ireland Ulster Minor Football Championship Tyrone and Donegal advanced to the Ulster MFC semi-finals avoiding the quarter-finals as they saw off Cavan and Armagh respectively Donegal needed extra-time to get the better of Armagh by 1-21 to 1-15 in a thriller at the Athletic Grounds Armagh had the ball in the net from a goalmouth scramble after just four minutes and a couple of Harry Fearon points kept them ahead until Donegal started moving the ball with purpose picking off points through Thomas Lenehan and Shane Sweeney Sweeney and Kevin McLaughlin both landed two-pointers to edge the visitors into a 0-8 to 1-4 interval lead before Tiarnan O’Neill brought the sides level Danny McCready and O’Neill were on target for their respective sides in tense finish that saw them finish level at 1-10 to 0-13 Armagh led by 1-15 to 0-14 midway through extra-time and an Oran Ryan goal had them in the driving seat Tyrone defeated the Breffni lads by 0-19 to 0-13 at O’Neills Healy Park to maintain their unbeaten run and earn a two-week break ahead of their last four tie but wind-assisted Tyrone pulled away in the closing stages of the first half Peter Garrity and Peter Colton carrying them to a 0-11 to 0-4 lead at the turnaround Two-pointers from Nathan Quigley and Faolan Graham trimmed the gap to three before the home side imposed themselves on the contest with James Mulgrew firing over three points and Long adding a couple Defending champions Derry were sent crashing out in a narrow defeat to Down at Downpatrick in the Qualifiers stream The Mourne lads led by 0-8 to 0-4 at the interval before substitute Paul McGovern emerged as the Down hero with a late winning goal sending them through to the quarter-finals Monaghan defeated Antrim by 5-21 to 1-19 to keep themselves alive in the series Kerry impress in Electric Ireland Munster MFC win over Cork11 hours ago Tipp beat Clare in Electric Ireland Munster MFC Phase 1 Final15 hours ago Referees named for Ulster and Leinster SFC Finals22 hours ago Kevin McStay expecting positive Mayo response1 days ago Official Sponsors of the GAA Football All-Ireland Championship Official Sponsors of the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Championship Kevin McStay is hoping Mayo can take inspiration from what Armagh achieved after they came up short in last year’s Ulster SFC final The Orchard County went on to win the All-Ireland and McStay sees no reason why Mayo can’t do the same after their narrow Connacht final loss to Galway in Castlebar "We just couldn't get our noses in front," the Mayo manager ruefully reflected when speaking to RTÉ "There was plenty of time to do it and we nearly did once or twice they’re the ones that come back to hurt you "We’ll go back and have a good think about where it went wrong for us This is our third or fourth big game as a group now in the last 12 months and we’re coming out on the wrong side of them "I suppose we’ll take a little bit of solace this time last year Armagh were in the same position had lost their provincial title on penalties and yet were able to turn it around so that’s the big challenge for us now to get competitive in this group series." Emergency services attended the crash (Stock image) Five people have been taken to hospital following a multi-vehicle crash in Co Armagh on Sunday The incident happened on the Mullaghbrack Road in Markethill yesterday afternoon with police confirming last night the road had since reopened The crash involved two cars police confirmed with crews from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attending A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police are appealing for information following a road traffic collision in Markethill yesterday afternoon it was reported that there had been a road traffic collision involving two cars in the Mullaghbrack Road area Watch: Riot police deal with disorder following Irish Cup final "Officers along with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended and five people were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries "Anyone who may have witnessed the collision dash-cam or other footage that could assist with enquiries is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 930 04/05/25.” Receive today's headlines directly to your inbox every morning and evening Please check your inbox to verify your details Home / News & Sport / Ulster Minor Championship: Donegal come from behind to defeat Armagh in extra time Donegal have defeated Armagh 1-21 to 1-15 after extra time in the Ulster Minor Football Championship Round 2 Qualifiers at the Box-It Athletic Grounds this afternoon Barry Ward’s youngsters came from behind to lead 0-8 to 1-04 at the break after the home side hit the net after just two minutes of action The second-half was a tit for tat affair with the scores finishing level at 1-10 to 0-13 after normal time The Orchard County started extra time strongly and opened up a 4-point lead at the change-over but Donegal hit 1-07 without reply in the second half of extra time to win by six points In other Ulster Minor Football Championship results this afternoon Derry were beaten 1-11 to 0-12 by Down and Tyrone defeated Cavan 0-19 to 0-13 to progress to the semi-finals enquiries@highlandradio.comTelephone: (+353) 07491 25000Text: (+353) 086 60 25000Fax: (+353) 07491 25344 Designed by Manna  | Developed by Purposemakers A man arrested following a police chase to the close to the Louth/Armagh border near Omeath is due to appear in court in the North today The PSNI say the car was stopped by Interceptors from Sprucefield on Fathom Line outside Newry yesterday after it initially failed to stop and rammed the police vehicle The driver was arrested for a number of motoring and drugs offences and possession of offensive weapons - relating to two knives and a knuckle duster that were recovered from the car uncle and a loyal friend to many.Funeral servcie in Kildarton Parish Church on Tuesday 6th May at 11am followed by interment in Kernan Cemetery.Family and friends welcome to call at the family home 28 Deans Walk each day from 2- 8pm.Family flowers only please donations in lieu if desired for Action Mental Health c/o K G Cheevers and Son or any family member.Lovingly remembered by his sorrowing wife family and the entire family circle."Peace Perfect Peace" Share this sad news with friends and loved ones Visit Website [email protected] Link The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service received a 999 call shortly before 3pm amid reports of the collision on Mullaghabrack Road near Markethill. Two rapid response paramedics and four emergency crews were deployed to the scene. Following assessment and initial treatment at the scene, one patient was taken to Craigavon Area Hospital, two to the RVH and one was to the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children. The Mullaghbrack Road was closed to motorists following the serious road traffic collision. Diversions were in place but HGV drivers warned they were not suitable for their vehicles. These drivers were asked to seek an alternative route that avoids the area. Emergency services were called to two other crashes on the roads on Sunday, leading also to closures. The Tullyaran Road, Dungannon was closed until shortly after 9pm while the Legavallon Road between Dungiven and Garvagh was shut down in both directions. An 18-year-old male has been arrested after a man was stabbed in Lurgan The incident happened at the Glenavon Football and Athletic Club in the Mourneview Avenue area of the town in the early hours of Sunday An 18-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment to what police have described as “serious head injuries” The 18-year-old arrested in connection with the stabbing remained in custody on Sunday “We know there were a lot of people in the Club around the time of the incident, so are asking for anyone who might have information that could help us with our enquiries to call police on 101, quoting reference 04 of 04/05/25,” a PSNI spokesperson said. The Irish News has approached Glenavon FC for comment. Credit: PAFour people have been taken to hospital following a serious road traffic collision in Co Armagh was reported at approximately 2:40pm on Sunday in the Mullaghbrack Road area of Markethill including officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service The Ambulance Service confirmed that one patient was taken to Craigavon Area Hospital two patients were taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast and one was taken to Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant footage Catch up with the latest UTV Live on ITVX Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know. ULSTER FINAL FAVOURITES: Donegal All-Ireland winner Eamon McGee believes All-Ireland champions Armagh are the form team heading into Saturday’s blockbuster Ulster final.  Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile Donegal and Armagh meet at St Tiernach’s Park It is anticipated to be a close contest but McGee is concerned at the recent performances by the holders I have watched them in all three championship games,” he said speaking on the Irish Examiner’s Gaelic football podcast “I was more confident before the Ulster championship if you ask me genuinely are Donegal going to win an All-Ireland based on what I have seen in the championship “They didn’t get a challenge against Derry But I can’t say now Donegal will win an All-Ireland based on what I have seen They are going up against a really well drilled team But I think Armagh are going in as big favourites.”  Donegal won a dramatic decider on penalties last year There are two areas that McGee hopes Jim McGuinness will develop as the season progresses The winner of Saturday’s fixture will advance to Group 1 with Tyrone “There is nobody athletically better than Donegal at the minute and the way they are able to transition This high intensity trying to break lines all the time I think that has to be a wee bit more dynamic now The low block and I’d rather they kick more Hopefully we see something come the All-Ireland series I don’t think it will change for the Ulster final but we might see it in the All-Ireland series.” From as little as €1 a week with our digital introductory offer Already a subscriber? 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Win HappyPremiumSearch Rayocool fmlocalnewsFive people taken to hospital following Co Armagh crashPolice say the two car collision happened in the Mullaghbrack Road area Five people are getting hospital treatment following a crash in Markethill Police say the two car collision happened in the Mullaghbrack Road area Officers along with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene at approximately 2.40 yesterday afternoon A PSNI statement reads: "Police are appealing for information following a road traffic collision in Markethill yesterday afternoon it was reported that there had been a road traffic collision involving two vehicles in the Mullaghbrack Road area Officers along with colleagues from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service attended and five people were taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 930 04/05/25 A report can also be made online at https://www.psni.police.uk/report" Company number 01176085; Bauer Radio Limited Company number: 1394141Registered office: Media House Peterborough PE2 6EA and H Bauer Publishing Company number: LP003328; Registered office: The Lantern London NW1 2PL All registered in England and Wales VAT no 918 5617 01H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No: 845898) Pic Philip Walsh Armagh goalkeeper Ethan Rafferty gets the nod ahead of Shaun Patton in Brendan Crossan's best 15 May 05 2025 at 7:55pm BSTBrendan Crossan sifts through the Donegal and Armagh panels and picks his best XV players NOT the most articulate answer here – but there are just some defenders you like more than others. Paddy Burns is one of those players. The Forkhill native absolutely thrives in one-v-one duels. Some of his defending in last year’s All-Ireland semi-final against Kerry was epic. Young Finbarr Roarty of Donegal will win an Allstar in his career he gets the nod over Donegal’s stay-at-home defender Brendan McCole I WONDERED about him after he took time away from the inter-county set-up Did he still have it in him after all the bumps and bruises Man-marked every time he plays because the opposition must at least attempt to hammer the hammer But trying to curtail McHugh is like trying to nail jelly One thing you must accept before you face McHugh: he’s smarter than you WHEN my editor gave me the dubious pleasure of sitting down to pick the best combination of Donegal and Armagh Suspension and injury have curtailed him in 2025 but still a class player I’M an unashamedly big fan of the St Patrick’s Cullyhanna man great engine and has an awesome appetite for the ugly stuff His game-winning dispossession of Darragh Canavan in the Ulster semi-final is a case in point McQuillan is just so effective at both ends of the field If you could manufacture a Gaelic footballer ONE of the best long-distance shooters in the game. The leader of Glenties for an eternity, Thompson just edges out Armagh’s Ben Crealey, probably on his ability to regularly contribute to the scoreboard. Had a stunning game against Monaghan, less so against Down Thompson’s value has probably inched up even further YOU just have to find a place for Donegal’s totem in this team All great players must be great decision-makers but they are also brilliant at keeping the game simple It could be a selfless decoy run or moving the ball on with a simple hand pass There is no better team player in Gaelic football Murphy still has the capacity to produce Hollywood moments too if the occasion demands it the towering St Michael’s man has brilliant feet a scoring threat from distance and has a penchant for moving in closer to goal where he can raise green flags A powerful footballer and technically proficient he’s also had a super Ulster campaign – brilliant against Monaghan and Down ARMAGH’S playmaker doesn’t need 50 or 60 words to justify his inclusion in this make-believe team Rory Grugan is Armagh’s shelter from the storm He gives the pass we all see from the stands His footballing IQ and work-rate are off the scale DONEGAL’S interim boss Aidan O’Rourke didn’t know McBrearty until he shared a changing room with him “I went into that environment thinking that Paddy McBrearty was the cherry on the cake kind of player – ‘everybody else will do the work and I’ll finish it’ – but he was much more than that He’s an unbelievably resilient character.” McBrearty’s inclusion here was straightforward SLIGHTLY gangly physique, Turbitt always gives away weight advantages inside - but he is so adept at finding space he rarely makes it a physical contest. Probably the most accurate shooter in Armagh’s ranks. And yet, there are other forwards in Ulster who spring to mind quicker than his name but they’d do well to match his scoring economy. But I thought this Armagh team were so well coached with so many players who weren’t starting last year Marc Ó SéMarc Ó Sé is a former Kerry inter-county footballer and a Gaelic football columnist with The Irish News I remember meeting Kieran McGeeney with the International Rules Seán Boylan was manager and Kieran was captain Being totally honest I didn’t know Kieran before that and Darragh had great time - and has great time - for Kieran McGeeney I thought this man was an incredible footballer number one It was something my Uncle Páidí used to always say: “Don’t ask them to do anything that you wouldn’t do yourself” McGeeney certainly ticked all the boxes for me as a leader I wanted to park my car in such a way that I could get out because I was heading for Dublin afterwards so this Ban Garda - she was brilliant altogether - she said: go straight up through the car park after the game.” I’d say Armagh outweighed the Tyrone supporters three to one but then I wanted get stuck into the atmosphere too She actually stopped the people so I could get up and all of a sudden all I could see was a sea of supporters and I was like a funeral like driving that slow They were laughing when they saw the head inside it and he said: “How the f*** did you get out There’s no doubt that I was the first man out of Clones Read More: How Oisin Conaty, Rory Grugan and Oisin O’Neill combined to drive Armagh to another Ulster final I was absolutely thrilled that I was there to witness two outstanding teams going at it the big thing is that for the kickouts they were absolutely annihilated was going to his number five position a lot If you hit that number five position once or twice This is where Malachy O’Rourke can look at the video analysis we take stock of where they’re at They know they can’t allow this to happen again he’s got a lot that he can throw at his players You could say Ruairí Canavan wasn’t firing but Darren McCurry was absolutely outstanding Not for one second would I write off Tyrone’s chances of winning an All-Ireland I got to talking to Kieran Donaghy before the game but obviously Kieran wouldn’t give much away at the same time He said they had a few injuries and they weren’t going to test them if they’re not right Can you imagine when all those guys are back but Paddy Burns nullified a good bit of the threat they were good enough to win the All-Ireland but I was so impressed at Armagh’s ability not to take the ball into contact laying it off and getting into different positions he’s probably in a situation where loads of people are asking about his brother Rian but he’s really stepped up and brought it to a new level I would have Armagh at one from what I saw at the weekend I’d have Kerry at three and I’d have Galway or Tyrone at four and five I only have Kerry at three because I think they’d beat Galway I’m not convinced they’d beat Armagh or Donegal the term Jim Gavin used to use was “process” The process can only be done if you have the players to carry it out Read More: 3 reasons why Armagh can beat Donegal in the Ulster Championship final I would say that Mick Fitzsimons is still the best inside defender in Dublin. John Small came back in fairness, and he probably hadn’t the full training done. In terms of Stephen Cluxton, for me, Dessie has to make a huge call here. The range in Cluxton’s kickouts probably isn’t there. I would be changing it up, bringing Evan Comerford in. David O’Hanlon, for me, was the outstanding goalkeeper. I had him ahead of Comerford. I’d say he got totally disillusioned with all the talk about Cluxton coming back last year. I remember years ago listening to Miriam O’Callaghan’s show on a Sunday morning, and my Uncle Páidí was on with Mick O’Dwyer, God be good to them. Páidí and Micko spoke about when Micko dropped Páidí, and how they fell out for four or five years afterwards. It took Páidí until such time as he was a manager himself to realise that Micko was right. we're somehow going to have to regather ourselves for tomorrow's second semi-final between holders Donegal and Armagh which will be live on BBC Two NI and the BBC iPlayer from 14:45 BST You can look back on all the incredible excitement in today's game by reading my colleague Matt Gault's match report. All that remains to do is to thank you for your company today and hope that you enjoy the remainder of the weekend 810Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingWhat an incredible finishpublished at 18:43 British Summer Time 26 April18:43 BST 26 AprilFT: Armagh 0-23 Tyrone 0-22 Tyrone looked to have timed their late rally perfectly after two-pointers from Peter Harte and Darren McCurry put them two up with five minutes remaining but Armagh showed incredible composure to methodically regain the lead The Orchard men calmly held on to the ball after the hooter sounded and worked the ball to Turbitt It was desperately hard luck on the Red Hands but it looked the right call by David Gough - although Tyrone fans may point to earlier decisions by the Meath whistler 218Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingFull-timepublished at 18:26 British Summer Time 26 April18:26 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-23 Tyrone 0-22 Conor Turbitt is fouled after the hooter and Rory Grugan taps over the free to win it for Armagh with literally the last kick of the game The All-Ireland champions march onto a third straight Ulster final where they will meet the winners of tomorrow's second semi-final between holders Donegal and Down 15755Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:25 British Summer Time 26 April18:25 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-22 Tyrone 0-22 Conor Turbitt is fouled and Armagh have a simple free to win it 6326Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:25 British Summer Time 26 April18:25 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-22 Tyrone 0-22 4713Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:25 British Summer Time 26 April18:25 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-22 Tyrone 0-22 Armagh win the Tyrone kick-out and will have a chance to win it 279Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:24 British Summer Time 26 April18:24 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-22 Tyrone 0-22 Stefan Campbell - the super sub levels it with 40 seconds to play!! 4617Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:24 British Summer Time 26 April18:24 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-21 Tyrone 0-22 Darragh Canavan is turned over at the edge of the 'D' Armagh go forward looking to level the game Armagh hold possession and are waiting for the opportunity to arise 167Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:22 British Summer Time 26 April18:22 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-21 Tyrone 0-22 Michael McKernan is penalised for over-carrying Rory Grugan finds Jarly Og Burns to shoot over Shane McPartlan for Peter McGrane on the Armagh team 4719Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:20 British Summer Time 26 April18:20 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-20 Tyrone 0-22 Seanie O'Donnell cuts out an Armagh attack and Tyrone will break up the field Tomas McCormack is booked for a high tackle on Kieran McGeary 4817Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:19 British Summer Time 26 April18:19 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-20 Tyrone 0-22 Darragh Canavan takes a tumble over Ethan Rafferty at Clones Peter McGrane shoots Armagh's 7th wide The tension in Clones is serious and it's only going to get better or worse! 2911Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:17 British Summer Time 26 April18:17 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-20 Tyrone 0-22 Eoin McElholm with a huge Tyrone score and the Red Hands are making the voices heard Stefan Campbell replaces Andrew Murnin - what a sub to bring on for Armagh 5521Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:17 British Summer Time 26 April18:17 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-20 Tyrone 0-21 Cian McConville replaces Darragh McMullen for Armagh 234Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:16 British Summer Time 26 April18:16 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-20 Tyrone 0-21 Conor Turbitt throws off Padraig Hampsey and fires over 3112Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:15 British Summer Time 26 April18:15 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-21 Kieran McGeaney kicks a sideline flag and is booked by David Gough Darren McCurry moves the resultant free out to two-point range and he sends it over 4136Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:14 British Summer Time 26 April18:14 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-19 Level in Clones after Peter Harte lands a two-pointer off the outside of his right boot with his first touch We've 10 minutes left at St Tiernach's Park 5942Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:11 British Summer Time 26 April18:11 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-17 Darragh Canavan takes the resulting free and fires over to leave only two between the sides Padraig Hampsey replaces Cormac Quinn on the Tyrone team 3338Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:09 British Summer Time 26 April18:09 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-16 Free for Tyrone from two-point range but Darragh Canavan drops the shot shot Armagh keeper Ethan Rafferty drops possession outside his 21 and dives on the ball with Tyrone screaming that Darragh Canavan has been fouled but David Gough allows play to resume He then awards Tyrone a free from the next play and Armagh's Oisin Conaty is shown a yellow card 1022Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:07 British Summer Time 26 April18:07 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-16 David Gough books Niall Morgan for dissent but Tyrone get the free 2136Shareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingPostpublished at 18:05 British Summer Time 26 April18:05 BST 26 AprilArmagh 0-19 Tyrone 0-16 Conn Kilpatrick is shown a yellow card for delaying the restart but Ethan Rafferty is unable to punish the indiscretion as he kicks Armagh's sixth wide after the ball was brought forward 50 metres Peter Harte replaces Ciaran Daly for Tyrone while Jemar Hall is introduced for Ben Crealey on the Armagh team Applications for the Tak£500+ project are now open and groups can receive up to an incredible £1000 for a project to benefit their area This Participatory Budget Fund encourages local residents within the Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon borough to apply for funding for a project that they think will have a positive impact on their community This is the fourth year of this fantastic project so if you have an idea in mind of something that would bring value to your area and support your community especially in these increasingly difficult times There are seven information sessions taking place over the new few weeks where you can find out all you need to know “Tak£500+ is an excellent opportunity to get funding for a project in your local community and really make a difference to those living in your area I would encourage everyone to come along to one of the information sessions and see how you can benefit from this fantastic project,” commented Councillor Sarah Duffy “I have seen the difference that the Tak£500+ project has made to local communities and the incredible impact it has had across the borough This project is now in its fourth year and continuing to grow – so don’t miss out on the chance to receive up to £1000 to help benefit the residents in your area.” Both constituted groups and non-constituted groups can apply for funding to help bring an idea to life Ideas can be based on the Take 5 Ways to Wellbeing – which are a great guide to helping you to look after yourself and others during these uncertain days including keeping you connected to the people around you and encouraging communities to lean on each other Applications can be made online here: www.armaghbanbridgecraigavon.gov.uk/take500plus This project is being taken forward by Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Community Planning Partnership and has been funded by a range of partners including the Public Health Agency Northern Ireland Housing Executive and Arbour Housing It has also been supported by the Community and Voluntary Panel the Children and Young Peoples Strategic Partnership the Policing & Community Safety Partnership TICKETS for the upcoming Ulster final double header at Clones will be distributed to the participating county boards and their clubs only as the scramble begins for the repeat of Armagh and Donegal. The two counties face off in both the ladies (3pm) and the men’s (5:25pm) deciders the exact same pairings as both of last year’s finals Armagh triumphed in the ladies game while Jim McGuinness’ Donegal emerged victorious after penalties Ulster GAA stated that “it is highly unlikely there will be a general sale of tickets” Season tickets holders will be accommodated however and will be located in the Pat McGrane Stand They will be notified directly when their tickets are available Read more: All-Ireland SFC group stage draw: Where, when, and against whom will your county play their games? Whispers spread last week before the two semi-final clashes of the possibility that the Ulster Championship final could be relocated to Croke Park should All-Ireland champions Armagh and Donegal triumph in their respective last four clashes with Kieran McGeeney’s Orchard County edging out Tyrone while Donegal saw off Down by six-points in the end It was announced on Sunday evening however that the final would be fixed for Clones Donegal are chasing a second provincial crown in as many seasons Armagh on the other hand are aiming to collect the Anglo Celt Cup for the first time in 17 years