Somme Memorial Supper

Garvaghy-Skeogh Branch of the Ulster Unionist Party held its annual Somme Memorial Supper in Dromore Rugby Club. As well as enjoying a delightful supper and magnificent musical entertainment by Balliesmills Accordion Band, patrons remembered the sacrifices made by so many in the Great War, Second World War and other conflicts.

All of the images from this event may be viewed at drewmcwilliams.com.

Shadow Secretary visits South Down

The Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Owen Paterson MP, enjoyed the latest of a series of fact finding visits to the province when he explored the South Down area in the company of Ulster Unionist MLA, John McCallister. Mr Paterson toured Ballykinler army base, as well as key industries in the constituency including, at Kilkeel, the fishing fleet and Thomspon Solutions (aircraft cabins and systems). The Shadow Secretary went on to consider the issues facing Northern Ireland farmers at Robert Macauley’s dairy farm outside Rathfriland, Co Down.

Star Shine Ball

The 'Star Shine Ball' in aid of CLIC Sargent was held in Dromore Rugby Club. Images from the ball can be viewed at drewmcwilliams.com.

Glenavon 1 - 2 Glentoran

A plucky performance by Glenavon was still not enough to end a run of League defeats that has now stretched to five in a row. JJB Sports Premiership leaders Glentoran extended their lead at the top of the Irish League.

My full album of images from this game can be viewed on drewmcwilliams.com.

Dromore Doctors

The Dromore Doctors Surgery Equipment Fund held a fund-raising Coffee Morning in The Ranch, Dromore. The morning included craft and information, cakes and fancies, with harp and flute music by the Patience Family. Members of Dromore Community Policing Team were in attendance.

Urban portraits - special offer!

Book an urban portrait session in Banbridge or Dromore before 8th November for just £30 per person. Urban portraits are gritty and intense. They are shot, quite literally in the urban jungle - the streets of the town. Great fun, the sessions last about one hour and produce stunning portfolios. A complimentary 9x6" mounted print is included. This offer is ideal for students during the half term break. To make a booking contact me here. For more information see below and here.

Urban Portraits

I attended the Photovision Roadshow in Dublin last month and stayed on an extra day on the Liffey to shoot some urban portraits under the tuition and watchful eye of celebrated Bristol photographer, Damien Lovegrove. Joycelyn was our beautiful model.

Dromore V Clogher Valley Rugby Club

Dromore Rugby Club picked up it's first point in the Kukri Qualifying League, but the Barban Hill men could have won this hard fought battle, the score Dromore 13 Clogher Valley 16.

More images from Dromore Rugby Club can be viewed here.

Toddler Portrait

I had the pleasure of chasing a toddler around his house this afternoon! We played ball, tractors, read books and rolled on the floor together. Lots of fun for both of us and lots of great images for his parents. Child portraits can be shot in your home, garden or the local park and with Christmas 'just around the corner' this would be the ideal time to book me to complete some of your Christmas present list. Your can call me on 07814006540.

Autumn Leaves' Diary

One of this year's fund raising efforts by Dromore's "Autumn Leaves" is a diary featuring the men of the local senior citizen's group. I have been 'honoured to be volunteered' to photograph proceedings once again and images will be taken at important landmarks in and around Dromore. In this shot George Gorman takes a break to consider.....well, just consider! What a picture of contentment.

Street Photography

This week I begin work on the new 'Autumn Leaves' calendar featuring the men of the senior citizens group in Dromore. The lady behind many such projects for charity is Helen McFadden and I include a couple of shots of her taken this afternoon in Princes Street, Dromore. Just for good measure, I've added the portrait I took of her for the Autumn Leaves calendar last year.

Dungannon Swifts 1 - 0 Glenavon

A Hugh Dickson own goal denied Glenavon a share of the points in this JJB Sports Premiership match against currently managerless Dungannon Swifts at Stangmore Park.

Youth for Christ

Dromore Youth for Christ has launched an exciting and ambitious project to take their message of hope to young people in the area - to exactly where they are in the area! The group has purchased a Recreational Vehicle which allows their mission to be mobile. The 'React 2:21' bus, which has the support of the local PSNI and Banbridge District Council, was launched at an event in Dromore's Market Square.

Ulster trooops recognised

It was an honour to witness members of the Royal Irish Rangers 2nd Battalion, Imjin Company, receive the Afgan Campaign Medal at a ceremony at Hillsborough Castle. Lord Brookeborough made the presentations to recognise the dedication and bravery of Ulster troops in Afghanistan.

My album of images can be viewed here.

NI v Czech Republic

At long last, just as Northern Ireland are about to play the next set of World Cup qualifiers, I have managed to complete my images from Windsor Park and Norn Iron's previous game against the Czech Republic. My apologies to the editor of Happy Days. My NI v Czech images can be viewed here.