Orangeman Gracey dies today

A prominent leader of the Orange Order protest at Drumcree has died today in the North.

A prominent leader of the Orange Order protest at Drumcree has died today in the North.

Harold Gracey, who was in his 60s, died at his home this morning after a long illness.

Mr Gracey was appointed District Master of the Orange Order in Portadown 18 years ago.

He is most famous for his role in leading Orangemen during the Drumcree protests since 1998.

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