This week’s paper

Asda to submit Monkstown store plans within weeks.

Marianne’s hair cut raises £2,000 for charity.

Sex offender rumours rubbished by police and local councillor.

Bank urged to “clean up and sell” vacant building.

Community groups secure £100,000 of funding.

And drummers help to herald the start of the World Police and Fire Games.

And in sport:

Jamie blazes a trial at Mid Ulster 150 races

Comrades ready to make their mark with Hill targeting stability for the new season.

And Tommy Wright hoping to progress in Europa Cup football with his St Johnstone side.