The County Armagh village of Loughgall has taken the top title in the prestigious SuperValu Best Kept Town and Village Awards 2009. The annual awards scheme is organised by the Northern Ireland Amenity Council (NIAC) and sponsored by SuperValu.

Over the past six decades thousands of towns and villages have earned recognition for their work to protect and improve the environment.

Pictured accepting the 'Best of the Best' sign from NIAC President Doreen Muskett MBE, left, and SuperValu Marketing Manager Briege McGinty, right, are Loughgall Village Improvement Association members Linda Wilson and Florence Dodds.

Information about the SuperValu Best Kept Awards and all of this years winners is available at www.niacbestkept.com