[citation needed] One of the most notable events in the history of the village was the destruction of St Mary's Roman Catholic Church on 6 January 1839.

The people of Seagoe were rejoicing in the hope of having a temple for the worship of the Most High, and just when it seemed secure to them they have lost the fruit of their long and pious labours.

Lisnagade Mews and Loughview Manor were subsequently added, and lately the two new estates of Bann Close and Derryloiste Meadows have been developed.

[citation needed] The village comprises mainly residential development – most of which consists of modern bungalows – and acts as a small service centre to the surrounding rural community, with a church, a primary school and a post office facility.

Most local people work in larger settlements such as Lurgan, Portadown or Belfast, but there is some employment within Derrytrasna and the surrounding area.