NMNI

  • 147-year-old NI lugger facing destruction

    147-year-old NI lugger facing destruction

    21st October 2024

    A historic co down lugger that fished for almost 100 years is set for ‘ethical deconstruction’ unless significant funding can be found. Built in 1877 by William Paynter of Kilkeel, the Mary Joseph is set for her final journey after…

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