Newtownards3 hrs agoFarm shop owner devastated as business destroyed in fireCorries farm shop in Newtownards and a business owned by a former Ulster Rugby player were destroyed.3 hrs ago4 days agoSAS soldier's priceless archive may never open to public The building the collections are in, a warehouse in Newtownards, needs major renovation.4 days ago5 days agoPupils back to school in holidays to deal with fallout from cyber attackThe Education Authority says as of Tuesday morning about 80% of post-primary schools are back online.5 days ago1 Mar 2026How NI sculptures are shaping our children's storiesFrom Aslan to Paddington - the sculptures shaping children's stories ahead of World Book Day on 5 March.1 Mar 202611 Feb 2026Man in his 50s dies after being knocked down by carIt happened on the Kempe Stones Road on Tuesday.11 Feb 202626 Jan 2026Budget cuts could lead to shorter school days, warn principalsSchool leaders have said the education budget could lead to shorter school days and fewer subjects being taught.26 Jan 202625 Jan 2026'Huge honour' as Rhys McClenaghan gets freedom of the borough McClenaghan, from Newtownards, made history after winning Ireland's first gold medal in gymnastics at the Paris Olympics 2024.25 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Packham and Strachan to tell stories about wonder of winter wildlifeWinter wildlife will be celebrated as Winterwatch broadcasts from Northern Ireland for the first time with presenters Chris Packham, Michaela Strachan and Iolo Williams.20 Jan 202626 Dec 2025Man dies after collision with forklift on Christmas EveCallum McVeigh, 23, died following a collision with a forklift in the Craigantlet area of Newtownards on Wednesday.26 Dec 2025...