A WELL-known red phone box in Donaghadee could soon be protected after fresh calls to preserve the town’s much-loved landmark has confirmed it is reviewing the criteria for listing historic sites — a move that could see the Killaughey Road phone box officially recognised The review follows a request from North Down MLA Peter Martin who described the box as a ‘wonderful piece of our heritage’ The HED revealed it now has a “better understanding of the rarity of these kiosks” after further research and survey work A senior architect from the department has promised to update Mr Martin once the review — which includes a visit to the Donaghadee site — is complete Mr Martin said: “I know how valued this traditional red phone box is by the Donaghadee community and that they would love to see it restored and preserved.” He also expressed ‘delight’ at the HED’s response noting the kiosk is currently “not in a good condition” and calling for urgent maintenance so it “returns to what it should be.” who has worked with the Donaghadee community for 30 years said he was well aware of the phone box’s importance to the town many people over the years used this box long before mobile and landline phones were common,” Mr Brooks said “There are many personal memories connected to it – I’ve even heard there are urban myths surrounding this phone box it’s a unique part of our national heritage and its place and existence at Hunts Park is an important reminder and part of Donaghadee’s history.” Councillor James Cochrane also welcomed the move saying: “Many people will have fond memories of using this phone box throughout the years it is important we safeguard this so that it can be enjoyed by future generations to come.” Donaghadee’s famous red phone box could soon be officially protected — ensuring this slice of local history continues to stand proud for years to come Students from Bloomfield Primary School visited Pink's Green in Donaghadee where they took part in litter picking and rock pool exercises as part of Ards and North Down Borough Council's environmental awareness initiative Project ELLA focuses on the four keys of Environment It is primarily a schools based programme that gives students the opportunity to learn about the importance of environmental protection as well as the role that residents have in improving and enhancing the Borough through positive environmental action and behaviour After successfully completing a beach clean where they collected bags of litter and debris from the area Bloomfield Primary School's Year 5 students gained an insight into marine biodiversity through rook pooling and learned about how threats such as climate change litter and pollution can affect the environment "Project ELLA is about connecting people to the landscape and our natural environment and encouraging positive actions and behaviours It is a collaborative concept that is designed to improve and protect our natural environment by way of education and community engagement Working with local children helps to instil that sense of community and accountability from a young age and it was wonderful to see the enthusiasm of Bloomfield Primary School's Year 5 students as they completed their tasks." Insights from NI’s leading local property portal PropertyPal suggest that interest in properties in Donaghadee rose whilst the most recent series of Hope Street aired on BBC One.The drama series which is airing its series four finale this week is a co-commission between BritBox North America made with support from Northern Ireland Screen.Donaghadee sets the scene for the majority of filming in locations across the town such as Shore Street Donaghadee lighthouse and Port Devine Harbour.Over the past two months the number of users browsing properties on PropertyPal in Donaghadee increased by 25% while property views rose by 21% compared to last year.Donaghadee was named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Live in 2024 alongside Portstewart and Belfast’s Ormeau.Described as a “hotspot on the Ards Peninsula” the town was praised for its “charming lighthouse and a centre packed with useful independent shops pubs and restaurants showcasing local produce.”Popular PropertyPal listings in the area include: Emma McNally, PropertyPal’s Chief Operating Officer said:“Hope Street showcases the beautiful seaside location of Donaghadee and the popularity of both the programme and its setting has led to a spike in interest in property listings in the town Last month we saw a rise in traffic to Donaghadee properties contributing to an overall 20% increase in website traffic compared to the same time last year the exposure is not only positive for Donaghadee but for NI as a whole and we anticipate that this momentum in traffic will continue to grow.” opinion and blog entries from Business Eye Business Eye was first published in 1999 and since has grown in stature to become the leading business magazine serving the Northern Ireland marketplace Aimed at readers in senior management positions across the spectrum of business in Northern Ireland Business Eye has gained an enviable reputation for its quality Contact us:info@businesseye.co.uk This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. #PrideOfPlace2025 #Donaghadee #DCDA #CommunityDevelopment #ArdsAndNorthDown #AllIrelandAwards #YouthVoiceNI #UlsterInBloom #BritainInBloom #DonaghadeeEvents #CommunityExcellence Donaghadee, Northern Ireland – The Donaghadee Community Development Association (DCDA) has been officially selected as one of Ards and North Down Borough Council’s entries for the prestigious 2025 Pride of Place Awards—an all-Ireland initiative that celebrates outstanding contributions to community life. DCDA will compete in the ‘Communities Over 5,000 People’ category, recognising their year-round efforts to enhance life in Donaghadee through environmental, cultural, tourism, and civic engagement projects. A report presented to the Community and Wellbeing Committee described the DCDA as a proactive organisation that meets monthly to address local issues and improve the town for residents and visitors alike. The association collaborates with local businesses, schools, community clubs, and statutory bodies, including the Ards and North Down Borough Council. “Their focus is on making Donaghadee a better place to live, work or visit,” the report stated. “DCDA delivers a wide range of activities spanning culture, arts, heritage, biodiversity, business, and tourism.” DCDA’s recent accolades and initiatives include: Winners of Britain in Bloom 2023 and nominees again for 2025 Organisers of a summer festival attracting 20,000+ attendees Local shopping and business support campaigns Launch of a marine litter project involving local schools Persistent advocacy to resolve town car parking issues DUP councillor James Cochrane, who proposed DCDA’s entry, praised the group as an “all year-round organisation.”Alderman Martin McRandal (Alliance) echoed the sentiment, adding: “It’s not just the breadth of their work but the quality of their work that stands out.” The second borough nomination for Pride of Place is Youth Voice, entered under the Community Youth Initiative category. Delivered by the borough’s Youth Service, the programme supports young people in leadership, citizenship, and communication development, all while fostering strong engagement with decision-makers and providing opportunities for accredited training. “Youth Voice gives young people a platform to represent their peers, engage in meaningful dialogue on local issues, and build lifelong skills and connections,” said the committee report. Founded in 2003, the Pride of Place Awards are coordinated by Co-operation Ireland in partnership with local authorities across the island. The awards aim to honour and spotlight the extraordinary work of community groups that have a tangible, positive impact on everyday life in towns, villages, and cities. This website uses cookies. Using this website means you are okay with this. You can find out more and learn how to manage cookies by clicking the 'More Info' link. JavaScript is not enabled on this browser. For best viewing experience of this website, please enable JavaScript. Sorry, we cannot find your current location. Please enter a place name in the search bar. Any fog patches soon clearing this morning. Then it will be a dry day with some bright or sunny intervals, some cloud bubbling up by the afternoon. Quite warm in any afternoon sunshine. Maximum temperature 17 °C. This evening will be dry. Then the rest of the night will be dry with variable amounts of cloud and some clear spells. Light winds. Minimum temperature 5 °C. Another dry and settled day with some sunny intervals. Feeling pleasantly warm in the afternoon sunshine. Maximum temperature 18 °C. Remaining dry and settled with sunny spells but some cloudier weather at times too. Warm in any afternoon sunshine. Fairly typical weather for the time of year is most likely through this period. Overall, fine and dry weather is more likely to dominate although this will be interspersed with occasional spells of rain and showers, with a risk of heavy rain and thunderstorms in places. Overall, temperatures will most likely be near to or slightly above average. 235a Millisle Road in Donaghadee is among the homes in the town said to have drawn interest fuelled by TV series Hope Street, which is shot in the town Fri 20 Dec 2024 at 18:41Viewers of BBC NI drama series Hope Street are helping fuel interest in properties in the town where it’s filmed, a property website has said. PropertyPal said its data suggests interest in Donaghadee homes rose while season four was being shown on TV in the last few months. The series, which aired its season finale this week, is a co-commission between BritBox North America, BBC Northern Ireland and BBC Daytime, made with support from Northern Ireland Screen. Donaghadee sets the scene for the majority of filming in locations across the town such as Shore Street, Donaghadee lighthouse and Port Devine Harbour. Over the past two months, while the show was airing, PropertyPal said the number of users browsing properties in Donaghadee increased by 25%, while property views rose by 21% compared to last year. PropertyPal said popular listings in the area had included 138 Warren Road, 235a Millisle Road and Kilcoroon Cottage. Donaghadee was named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Live in 2024, alongside Portstewart and Belfast’s Ormeau Road. Described as a “hotspot on the Ards Peninsula”, the town was praised for its “charming lighthouse, multicoloured houses, and a centre packed with useful independent shops, friendly cafes, pubs and restaurants showcasing local produce.” Emma McNally, PropertyPal’s chief operating officer, said: “Hope Street showcases the beautiful seaside location of Donaghadee and the popularity of both the programme and its setting has led to a spike in interest in property listings in the town. "Last month we saw a rise in traffic to Donaghadee properties, contributing to an overall 20% increase in website traffic compared to the same time last year. "With the show being broadcast on BBC One, across all of the UK, the exposure is not only positive for Donaghadee, but for NI as a whole and we anticipate that this momentum in traffic will continue to grow.” Margaret Canning's selection of business stories sent every Tuesday Please check your inbox to verify your details #BelfastMarathon2025 #KurtisRobinson #FirefighterTribute #DonaghadeeNews #NIChestHeartStroke #RunForKurtis #FireServiceHeroes #CharityRunNI #FullGearChallenge Donaghadee, Northern Ireland – A firefighter from Belfast is taking on the 2025 Belfast Marathon in full firefighting gear to honour the memory of his late colleague, Kurtis Robinson, a Donaghadee firefighter who tragically passed away at the age of 31. Kurtis suffered a heart attack in October 2023, stemming from a kidney-related illness, and passed away in February 2024 after being in a coma for several weeks. A devoted father and husband, Kurtis leaves behind his wife Natalie and young son Benny. Anthony Byrne, who now serves at Cadogan Fire Station on the Lisburn Road and also works as a personal trainer at GymCo, will run the full 26.2 miles wearing his firefighting suit and breathing apparatus (BA) — adding approximately 27 kilograms to his body weight. “A fire suit doesn’t let heat out, and the BA gear puts a lot of pressure on your shoulders and lower back,” said Anthony. “It’s going to be tough, but I want to do this for Kurtis.” Anthony has only managed one full training run in the gear due to work constraints, but he’s been preparing using a 20kg weighted vest. He says juggling marathon prep with firefighting and personal training work has been “hectic,” but the cause drives him forward. In a powerful and emotional tribute, Kurtis’ wife, Natalie, will join Anthony for the final stretch of the marathon as part of a relay team. “As long as I make it to her, I know I’ll finish,” said Anthony. “That’s what I’m focused on — getting to Natalie, for Kurtis.” This will be Anthony’s third marathon, though only his second official race. Anthony has launched a JustGiving fundraiser titled “Anthony’s Run for Kurtis & Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke”, and has already raised nearly £3,000 for the charity. “Kurtis mentored me during my early days at Knock Station in East Belfast. He was such a kind, genuine person. When I saw Natalie and Benny recently at football matches we played through the Fire Service, I knew I had to do something.” “This run is my way of giving something back — in memory of Kurtis, and to support others facing heart and kidney conditions.” Anyone wishing to support Anthony’s charity run in memory of Kurtis Robinson can donate via his JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/ The Council has received invitations to attend a number of Remembrance Day Services across the Borough.  Details of arrangements for Remembrance Day Services on Sunday, 3 November 2024 (Groomsport) and Sunday, 10 November 2024 are below. Councillors will process to the War Memorial for 10.40am for the Remembrance Day Service.  After the service at the War Memorial, the parade will march through the city to the Royal British Legion Social Club and will disperse from there. Please note there will be no church service on this occasion. Comber Brass Band and a Piper will play in The Square from 10.15am. Councillors will form up at St Mary's Church with parade participants and march to the War Memorial in The Square for the Act of Remembrance and wreath laying ceremony at 11am. This will be followed by a Church Service in 1st Comber Presbyterian Church, High Street, Comber. Councillors will attend a Church Service in First Presbyterian Church Donaghadee at 10.00am.  This will be followed by a parade to the War Memorial for the Act of Remembrance and wreath laying commencing at 10.40am. Councillors are invited to join the Deputy Lieutenant and other dignitaries to take the salute.  Councillors will parade from Queen's Leisure Complex at 10.45am to be in place at the war memorial for 10.50am.  After the 2 minute's silence at 11.00am, the Parade will proceed to St Phillip and St James Parish Church, Church Road, Holywood.   Councillors to parade from Old Cross Street car park at 10.00am to the Cenotaph, Court Square, Newtownards. Following a wreath laying ceremony at 10.10am, the Royal British Legion will parade to First Ards Presbyterian Church for the Remembrance Service which commences at 11.30am.  After the Church Service the parade will march back to the Royal British Legion.  Councillors to parade from the Beach Car Park, Main Street, at 10.40am for an Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial at 10.50am.  This will be followed by a Church Service at Ballywalter Parish Holy Trinity Church at 11.00am.  The Parade and march past will take place at approximately 12.05pm.   A service of remembrance will be held at Helen's Bay Presbyterian Church. The service starts at 10.30am.  The Groomsport Remembrance Day Service will be held on Sunday, 3 November 2024 at 2.45pm. Councillors will parade from the Walter Nelson Hall, Main Street,to the War Memorial at approximately 2.30pm. There is no Church Service.  Councillors are asked to meet at the Royal British Legion, Churchill Avenue at 10.30am to parade to the War Memorial for a short Act of Remembrance at 11.00am.  The parade will then proceed to the Millisle and Ballycopeland Presbyterian Church, for the Service at 11.30am.   A service of remembrance will be held at Portavogie War Memorial, Harbour Road, Portavogie at 9am.   A DONAGHADEE woman marked her 100th birthday milestone on Monday. Annie McDowell, who is a resident at Copeland Fold in the seaside town, was joined by her family and fellow residents to celebrate her special day. Born Annie McClure at 22 Donaghadee Road, Bangor, she is the eldest daughter of Louise and John McClure who came from North Down farming families. They then moved to Ballygrainey at Six Road Ends where her younger sister Mary was born in 1930, and she attended school in Cottown where she said she has ‘great memories’ of. Having grown up very studious and a prolific reader, Annie went on to work for the Civil Service on Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, on the Ordnance Survey unit. She met her husband, Robert McDowell, a Glasgow native and Merchant Navy Sea Captain, while on a trip to the Isle of Man shortly after the war. “I met him on holiday in Douglas, Isle of Man. I went with a dear friend Theresa, and he’d just come back from a trip to India. I remember exactly what he said, ‘would you like to go for a dander?’,” said Annie. When Robert and Annie married in 1952, they moved to Clarkston, Glasgow, where they had a daughter named Mary in 1954. They stayed in Scotland until 1961 when they emigrated to New Zealand and lived there for 18 years before retiring back to Scotland where they lived in Ayr, Dunoon and Argyllshire. They then returned back to Bangor and settled in Donaghadee. While living in New Zealand, Annie said she has fond memories of being part of a women’s division group where they organised family events in local villages. Her other hobbies included flower arranging, gardening, knitting and being a keen Scottish country dancer, which she started in Scotland and continued when she moved back to Bangor. Annie said she aspires to be like her great-aunt, who lived until she was 103 years-old. Mary Bilyeu, Annie’s daughter, said of her mother turning 100 years-old: “It’s amazing, I’m not surprised that she’s made it, I think she’ll probably go on to be 200 – no matter what happens she keeps going.” Commenting on her milestone birthday, Annie said: “I don’t think it has sunk in yet, but it’s lovely having my daughter here to share it.” When asked what words of wisdom she would impart to the younger generation, Annie shared one key piece of advice: “You must never lose your sense of humour.” Donaghadee hairdresser retires after 40 years A HAIRDRESSER has hung up her scissors for the final time after 40 years of serving the Donaghadee community. Adrienne Johnston (67), who ran Adrienne’s Hair Salon on High Street, began her hairdressing career almost 50 years ago in 1976. After obtaining her City & Guilds qualification in hairdressing, Adrienne learned the tricks of the trade after completing her training in May’s Salon in Donaghadee, where she worked for over five years before heading back to college to do her advanced exams. Having found her passion and proved her potential, she went on to work for well-known Belfast unisex salon owner John Turley, who also ran a men’s barbers on York Street with a women’s hairdressers upstairs, which Adrienne looked after with two other stylists. In the five years she worked for John Turley, Adrienne was also coming home to do friends’ and family’s hair in the evenings. In 1985, a lady called Mrs Cooper who owned the retail space on High Street, Donaghadee, offered Adrienne the opportunity to rent it to start-up her very own salon. “I had to think about it, it was a big step to start my own business,” said Adrienne.  “I thought, if it works, it works. If it doesn’t, I can always get another job – and it worked.” Adrienne’s Hair Salon became a staple in Donaghadee’s town centre over the years, attracting clients from Belfast, Helen’s Bay and across the peninsula. Family members soon joined her in the salon including her sister, Joan, who played a pivotal part in shaping her hairdressing career before sadly passing away last August. “My sister Joan worked with me. She was there from the start of my career as my model for training and exams at Bangor Technical College, until she stopped to look after her grandchild. “[Joan’s] daughter Elaine also worked for me. She came in after school and started training with us, then went onto the college too.” After losing both her sister and brother last year, Adrienne said ‘it was time’ to take a much-needed break after working full-time for so long. With the salon completely cleared out now and bought over by neighbouring business J Wright & Sons, a local butchers in the town, Adrienne says while it is the end of an era, she is looking forward to some well-deserved time off as she enters her first few weeks of retirement. “I have no plans, but who knows what’s round the corner. “I’m just doing day by day and hopefully have a wee holiday later. I’m still sort of acclimatising like I’m still on holiday for a week and I need to go back.” When asked about career highlights, Adrienne said: “I enjoyed every minute of it. It wasn’t like a job, it didn’t feel like one. I just enjoyed doing what I did – it was always my passion.” She describes her clients as feeling more ‘like a family’ as she got to know the community over the last 40 years. “I would like to thank all the girls who worked for me over the years keeping my salon going and also my clients who were loyal, kind, thoughtful and generous to us. “Also a big thank you to Jennifer for staying with me for 35 years through our ups and downs in the business. I will miss it all,” said Adrienne. NAFL DIVISION 2A DONAGHADEE FC  3      BANGOR  SWIFTS  1 who has been named locally as Mandy Magill She was found dead at a house in the Rosepark area on Monday morning A man in his 50s is still being questioned said: "I am deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the tragic death of a woman in Donaghadee "My thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends during this incredibly difficult time "This is an unimaginable loss for them and I know the entire community will be united in offering support and sympathy "I commend the PSNI for their swift response and urge anyone with information that may assist the ongoing investigation to come forward Catch up with the latest UTV Live on ITVX "It is crucial that we allow the PSNI to conduct their work thoroughly to uncover the full circumstances surrounding this incident "This tragedy serves as a painful reminder of the need to continue prioritising the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our community and I am confident that its residents will stand together in the wake of this heartbreaking event "I would also echo the sentiments of local representatives in urging anyone with knowledge of this incident to contact the PSNI." a PSNI spokesperson said: “Police received a report just after 7am this morning had been found dead in a house in the Rosepark area of the town “While our enquiries are at an early stage has been arrested as part of our investigation and remains in custody at this time.” Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know The victim, named locally as Mandy Magill, who was in her 50s, was found dead at a house in the Rosepark area of Donaghadee on Monday. Providing an update, a PSNI spokesperson said: “A man aged in his 50s, arrested by detectives investigating the sudden death of a woman in Donaghadee on Monday, has been released on bail to allow for further police inquiries.” Detectives have appealed to anyone who was in the Rosepark area between Sunday night and Monday morning to come forward. Facebook pageTwitter feedRSS feed@2025 The Irish News Ltd Detectives investigating the sudden death of a woman in Co Down have released a man on bail was found dead at a house in the Rosepark area of Donaghadee on Monday a PSNI spokesperson said: “A man aged in his 50s arrested by detectives investigating the sudden death of a woman in Donaghadee on Monday has been released on bail to allow for further police inquiries.” Detectives have appealed to anyone who was in the Rosepark area between Sunday night and Monday morning to come forward was found dead in the Rosepark area of the town on Monday morning (Liam McBurney/PA) who is believed be in her early 50s and had a daughter was discovered in the house in the Rosepark area just after 7am on Monday by the Ambulance Service who then alerted police The house remains sealed off as police await the result of the post-mortem examination it us understood that a murder investigation will only be launched when the outcome of the examination and the investigation at the scene is concluded The death of Ms Magill brings to seven the number of women to have died this year in suspicious circumstances North Down MP Alex Easton said the woman’s death was an “unimaginable loss” “I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear that this loving mum has died in Donaghadee,” he said “It is especially heartbreaking to know that she has left a very young daughter whose life will be changed beyond all imagination as a result “I have spoken to the PSNI at length and we must wait to hear the results of a post-mortem before any more can be said give the family space and not jump to any conclusions over the fact there has been an arrest.” Alliance councillor Hannah Irwin paid tribute on social media writing: “Heartbreaking news emerging of another woman’s death in Northern Ireland this time in our own wee town of Donaghadee My thoughts are with this woman’s family and friends.” Alliance MLA Connie Egan said: “Devastating news from Donaghadee today; I am horrified that another woman has lost her life in Northern Ireland.” Now download the free app for all the latest Sunday World News, Crime, Irish Showbiz and Sport. Available on Apple and Android devices PSNI Officers and forensics investigators at the scene of a sudden death of a woman in the Rosepark area of Donaghadee Jessica RiceMon 14 Oct 2024 at 14:54A man has been arrested following the sudden death of a woman in Donaghadee had been found dead in a house in the Rosepark area of the town just after 7am on Monday Enquiries are at an early stage however a man has been arrested as part of the investigation and remains in custody at this time Police are appealing to anyone who was in the Rosepark area between the night of Sunday and who may have information that could assist the investigation to contact officers on 101 Receive today's headlines directly to your inbox every morning and evening Goalkeeper Mason Munn has been handed a spot on Rangers' bench for his side's clash with Celtic Donaghadee youngster Mason Munn found himself named in the Rangers squad to take on Celtic in Thursday’s Old Firm showdown With Gers’ first-choice goalkeeper Jack Butland unavailable the chance opened up for Munn to feature among the matchday panel for the clash at Ibrox Liam Kelly got the nod between the sticks and 18-year-old Northern Ireland youth star Munn was his preferred understudy as Rangers boss Philippe Clement targeted an important victory with his side 14 points behind Celtic ahead of the latest battle of the Glasgow giants who is the first-choice option for Rangers’ ‘B’ team is highly rated by Ibrox chiefs and was handed a bumper contract extension until 2028 in June last year The former Glentoran Academy product joined the Light Blues in 2022 and has made huge strides since He is also fully capped at Under-19 level for Northern Ireland Munn won the Scottish Youth Cup in his first season at the club and has ambitions of becoming the first-choice stopper for Rangers going forward Having also been named on the bench for Gers’ victory over Malmo in Sweden in the Europa League this term he is firmly on Clement’s radar and sure to have savoured being amongst the matchday panel for Thursday’s clash “It’s a great long-term deal and I’m really happy with it,” Munn who first learned his craft at Millisle club Abbey Villa said when he signed that new deal last June it shows the club and manager believe in you which is nice “A four-year deal for the club and me is great as it gives both parties security I’m really happy that I have got it over the line and it’s time to kick on “All I can do is work hard and be ready if and when the call comes to play for Rangers I’m developing all the time and will look to take any chance that comes my way.” PSNI made the discovery after a visit to the property on Friday Three men have been arrested following the discovery of an “illicit drugs operation” at a property in Donaghadee Officers were made aware of the operation after visiting the property in the Co Down town on Friday afternoon (April 4) Three men who were inside the premises fled from the scene by car Two men aged 35 as well as a 41-year-old were arrested a short time later on the Antrim Road in Belfast on suspicion of drugs-related offences A vehicle search uncovered a large quantity of suspected herbal cannabis Detective Inspector McAnee said: “We will continue to be relentless in our commitment to tackle the illegal supply of drugs and pursue those who profit from the consequent misery and harm “We encourage anyone who may have information about drug related activity in their community to contact us regardless of how insignificant it may seem could help make a big difference in tackling this type of organised crime and the harm it causes.” A man who was arrested following the death of a mum whose body was found in a house in Co Down is being quizzed by police this morning remains in police custody after the woman named locally as Mandy Magill who it has been reported is believed be in her early 50s and had a daughter was discovered in the house in the Rosepark area just after 7am yesterday by the Ambulance Service who then alerted police Police have appealed to anyone who was in the Rosepark area between the night of Sunday and who may have information that could assist the investigation to contact officers on the non-emergency number A local community in Co Down is “shocked” after a man was arrested following the discovery of a woman’s body in a house in Donaghadee on Monday morning The PSNI say they received a report of a woman aged in her 50s being found dead in the house just after 7am on Monday morning has been arrested by police investigating the woman’s death Detective Chief Inspector Neil McGuinness said: “Police received a report just after 7am this morning ”While our enquiries are at an early stage Detective Chief Inspector McGuinness is appealing to anyone who was in the Rosepark area between the night of Sunday 13 October and the morning of Monday 14 October Ards and North Down UUP councillor Mark Brooks told the Irish News the deceased was from a well-known local family and that the community has been left “shocked” following the discovery on Monday morning Murdered Mary Ward told police she was ‘victim of a violent crime’ in weeks before deathOpens in new windowMost read1 Donaghadee Golf Club’s 51-year association with the RNLI continues in 2024 For the first time in the Club’s 125 year history and in the move to One Club status a joint gents and ladies open competition raised over £600 for the RNLI Huge thanks to sponsors of the competition Martyn passed suddenly in Chapel Bay off the Copeland Islands 21st September 2024.Deeply missed by wife Liz; his children Catherine and Alan their partners Leo and Carly; and siblings Lennie and Gay.Also a beloved uncle and friend to many.Funeral service to take place on Tuesday 1st October 2024 at 11.00am in Pier 36 followed by committal at Roselawn Crematorium at 1:20pm.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable to the RNLI - Donaghadee Lifeboat Station via Martyn’s Much Loved tribute page: https://martynwells.muchloved.com/ His wise words and his loving presence – will be missed sorely and live on in our hearts.A ray of sunshine can be made payable to the RNLI - Donaghadee Lifeboat Station via Martyn’s Much Loved tribute page: https://martynwells.muchloved.com/ Donate Share this sad news with friends and loved ones Visit Website [email protected] Link Tickets are priced at £30 for members and £40 for non-members Donaghadee YFC also encourages anyone with photographs or memories of the club to share these in advance of the event.  A woman who punched a police officer in the privates at a hospital after being arrested on suspicion of domestic assault has avoided jail appeared at Newtownards Magistrates Court on Tuesday to be sentenced for disorderly behaviour and two counts of assaulting police The 28-year-old was arrested on suspicion of assault on May 23 by officers responding to a “domestic call for help” where she began shouting and swearing and “continued to do so despite being warned” not to She then kicked one of the officers and punched another in the groin A defence solicitor accepted that with Porter attacking police in a hospital They told the court: “Many judges share the view that any incident like this in a hospital passes the custody threshold “But the caveat to that is that there is a mental health background.” who appeared in court wearing a black dress and white overcoat spoke only to confirm she would accept a probation order The judge said: “She has had a significant taste of custody already after spending two weeks in Hydebank which was no doubt a sobering experience and a salutary lesson “Anybody who behaves like this has to be aware that prison is the most likely response because courts cannot stand for this kind of behaviour “Police have a right to go about their duty without enduring this sort of thing there are very significant mental health issues in this case she previously worked in healthcare and has plans to do that going forward if she can get herself back on track “There are acute matters which occurred in her 20s The allegations Porter was initially arrested for were not proceeded with Probation services described the remorse she had expressed over the attack as “genuine” The judge sentenced her to 18 months of probation It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rachel Strain - Late of East Street Donaghadee - Passed suddenly on 14th November 2024.Rachel will be lovingly remembered by her loving husband Warren and her two boys Dean and Matthew and their partners Holly and Melissa.A funeral service for Rachel will take place on Tuesday 26th November 2024 at Shore Street Presbyterian Church at 1pm followed by committal at Roselawn Crematorium.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable to Assisi Animal Sanctuary via Rachel's MuchLoved tribute page: https://rachelstrain.muchloved.com/ “For if you always think of me can be made payable to Assisi Animal Sanctuary via Rachel's MuchLoved tribute page: https://rachelstrain.muchloved.com/ Donate [email protected] Margaret - Passed away 30th November 2024 at home A devoted granny to her many grandchildren Also a Great Granny and a Great-Great Granny Funeral Service will be held in Shields of Donaghadee Funeral Directors at 12.45pm on Thursday 5th December 2024 with cortege being walked down Morey Avenue followed by a burial in Clandeboye Cemetery at 2pm donations in lieu if desired to Northern Ireland Hospice via Margaret’s Much-Loved page https://partners.muchloved.com/shieldsofdonaghadee/Tributes Donate [email protected] Win HappyPremiumSearch Two of the men - aged 35 - have been charged with two counts of cultivating cannabis, three counts of possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply, three counts of possession of a Class B controlled drug and two counts of dishonestly using electricity. A third man - aged 40 - has been charged with the same offences, and additional driving offences including having no driving licence and using a motor vehicle without insurance. The three are due before Downpatrick Magistrates' court on Monday, April 7th. 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) Aine TonerFri 7 Feb 2025 at 16:00Constructed in 2006 has been dubbed one of north Down’s most desirable residences The property extends to around 8,000 sq ft and offers a multitude of layouts It leads to the reception hall with built-in sound system and ornate cornice ceiling The drawing room has a feature cathedral ceiling Italian limestone fireplace and hearth with open fire and solid walnut parquet herringbone flooring The dining room has a Kahrs-engineered walnut wooden floor with French doors with glazed and bevelled insets from the reception hall A feature gas fire is at the heart of the family room with an aspect overlooking the rear garden There is also a sunroom and double-glazed French doors to a rear garden the fitted kitchen is home to hand-painted units with Swarovski crystal handles There are two large wooden butchers’ blocks and Italian marble work surfaces Amenities include an oil-fired four-oven Aga There are glass display cabinets with built-in lighting a Kahrs-engineered walnut floor and telecom entry system An adjacent pantry has an additional range of storage units and is plumbed for a washing machine With feature stained-glass ceiling windows an integrated ice-dispensing double sub-zero fridge-freezer and comms cupboard with sound system this is a room where a lot can be achieved A utility room has a sink unit and Quooker tap for instant hot water and is plumbed for a washing machine Also on the ground floor is a three-piece shower room On the lower level you’ll find a second utility room complete with sink unit with double drainer and mixer tap there’s also space for a fridge-freezer and tumble dryer Film fans will love the cinema room with projector you’ll find a shower room with floating basin and part-tiled marble walls There’s also a minstrel gallery overlooking the drawing room as a staircase leads to a spacious circular landing The main bedroom suite has a five-piece en suite bathroom comprising Duravit Jacuzzi bath with mixer tap and hand shower separate fully tiled shower cubicle with power jets fully tiled Jerusalem marble tiled floor and built-in sound system Its dressing room has ample storage and a dressing table The guest room has a double built-in wardrobe one with an extensive range of built-in sliderobe wardrobes and all with views overlooking the rear garden The family bathroom boasts a six-piece white suite including free-standing Duravit bath there are front lawns with shrubs and plants making it a great place to entertain or for children to play The integral garage has two storage cupboards built-in shelving and access to the Jack and Jill washroom off the cinema room ​On the market for offers around £1,800,000 Ms Magill was a mother of one aged in her 50s and was discovered at a property in the Rosepark area of the Co Down town A man, also aged in his 50s, remains in custody on Tuesday morning after being arrested on Monday in relation to what the PSNI are treating as a sudden death It’s understood the man in custody in relation to the death was known to Ms Magill PSNI detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death has been arrested as part of our investigation and remains in custody at this time.” The local community was reported to be “shocked” on Monday after news of the sudden death emerged, with Ms Magill said to be from a well-known local family. Passed peacefully on 31st January 2025 at home with his loving family by his side.Loving husband of the late Pauline Also lovingly remembered by his sister Anne and brother-in-law Gerry.Alan will be sorely missed by friends and the wider family circle.Funeral to take place on Wednesday 5th February 2025 with family leaving Alan’s house at 9:15am following a family prayer before Alan’s last walk into Donaghadee Committal to take place at Roselawn Cemetery at 11:00am.Everyone is welcome back at the Meadowbank Social Club for light refreshments in memory of Alan.Donations in lieu of flowers via Alan’s Much Loved tribute page: https://alannesbitt.muchloved.com/“To know him was to love him Donate [email protected] Doreen – passed peacefully at the Ulster Hospital on 20th December 2024 surrounded by her loving family.Lovingly remembered by daughter Muriel and the extended family circle.“A long good-bye is the hardest good-bye of all.”Funeral to take place on Friday 27th December 2024 Committal to take place first in Ballyvester Cemetery at 1.00pm followed by a Service of Thanksgiving at Shields of Donaghadee Funeral Directors.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable to the RNLI – Donaghadee Division c/o Shields of Donaghadee Funeral Directors 25 High Street Donaghadee BT21 0AH [email protected] Karen passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on 10th October 2024.Greatly adored by her loving husband Kevin; daughter Susan; and her two sons Jon and Marcus and the wider family circle.A service of thanksgiving for Karen will take place on Wednesday 16th October 2024 at Shore Street Presbyterian Church Friends and family are welcome to stay for some light refreshments following the service.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable to Marie Curie via Karen’s Much Loved tribute page: https://karenborlase.muchloved.com/ “In the arms of Jesus can be made payable to Marie Curie via Karen’s Much Loved tribute page: https://karenborlase.muchloved.com/ [email protected] A MAN in his 50s has been arrested following the "sudden death" of a woman in Northern Ireland Detectives from the PSNI are currently "investigating the circumstances" surrounding the sudden death of the woman, who was also aged in her 50s, in Donaghadee, Co Down A report was made to cops at around 7am this morning October 14 after the woman in her 50s was found dead Her body was discovered in a house in the Rosepark area of the town A post mortem will take place in due course to determine the cause of death The arrested man remains in custody at this time Following the discovery, PSNI officers confirmed that a man in his 50s has been arrested in connection with the case. McGuinness continued: “While our enquiries are at an early stage, I can confirm that a man, also aged in his 50s, has been arrested as part of our investigation and remains in custody at this time.”   A major appeal has been issued to the public, with people who may have any information urged to come forward. They are also asking anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact officers on 101 Passed away peacefully at the Ulster Hospital on the 25th February 2025.Loving husband to Elizabeth (Betty) and father to Geoffrey and Christopher – and their wives Valerie and Valerie Charlene and Sarah.A funeral service for William to take place on Wednesday 5th March 2025 at 10.15am in Shields of Donaghadee followed by a private committal at Roselawn Crematorium.House private.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made payable to Action Cancer NI via William’s Much Loved tribute page: https://william-kenneth-reid.muchloved.com/ Donate [email protected] Debbie passed away peacefully after illness in palliative care Sadly missed by her husband Revd Ian Gamble her two sons Luke (Damien) and Jonny (Mia) Her brother David and sister-in-law Ruth and nephew Andrew and the wider family circle Funeral Service in Donaghadee Parish Church Thursday 2nd January 2025 at 11.30am For parking : The church car park is accessed from Church Lane https://maps.app.goo.gl/3FZjMfsQy7QsSh358.Immediate family flowers only donations (if desired) may be given in memory of Debbie to the USPCA via her tribute page at johngrayfuneraldirectors.comLovingly remember by her family the congregation of Donaghadee Parish Church and her friends via her tribute page at johngrayfuneraldirectors.com Donate Visit Website [email protected] A man who was arrested after the sudden death of a woman in Co Down has been released on bail who is understood to have been in her early 50s and had a daughter was found dead in home in the Rosepark area of Donaghadee area on Monday just after 7am dearly loved husband of Myrtle and devoted father of Richard and daughter-in-law Brenda.House and funeral strictly private.John will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by all the family circle [email protected]