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Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has slammed the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, describing them as an outrageous violation of the United Nations Charter and the multilateral system. The South Down MP said: “These attacks by the US and Israel do nothing but bring the threat of wider conflict in the Middle East closer. […]
Two community-based arts organisations are playing key roles in preparations for St Patrick’s Day festival parades in Newry and Downpatrick. Down Community Arts and Beat Carnival are supporting the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council events by working with schoolchildren and residents to develop floats and other parade content ahead of the annual 17 March […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is getting ready and looking forward to once again delivering a vibrant programme of St Patrick’s Day events in Newry and Downpatrick for residents and visitors of all ages. As the home of St Patrick, the district holds a unique place in Ireland’s cultural story and this year’s programme […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Selina Murphy has welcomed the progression of the Hilltown Community Trial to planning stage, proposed by Sinn Féin Councillor Kate Murphy and agreed by the Active and Healthy Communities Committee. “This progression brings us one step closer to meaningful improvements for local people, and is a significant step forward for both Hilltown […]
A Newry, Mourne and Down District Council proposal to develop a new community trail in Hilltown is to be advanced into planning. The recommendation to progress the project, including the appointment of a consultant to advance the project to the planning stage, was agreed at a meeting of the Council’s Active and Healthy Communities Committee […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed two new Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) in Planning trainees. Conail Holden and Jack Green have secured a unique opportunity to earn while they learn and gain hands-on experience in local government with the Council, while studying for a recognised qualification. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council recently […]
By Paul Higgins Co. Down man has appeared in court charged with the sexual assault of another man. Appearing in the dock of Newry Magistrates Court on Wednesday, Colm McAvoy confirmed his identity and that he understood the single charge against him. The 39-year-old, with an address on the Tanvally Road in Monteith, understood to […]
A Co. Down Trinity College law graduate has received a six-year sentence for killing a Limerick student following a court hearing in Greece. Joseph Patrick Connolly was sentenced on January 20th, 2026, after a 12-hour trial in the city of Ermoupoli, on the island of Syros. Connolly, was found guilty of fatal bodily harm which […]
A scheme to redevelop the historic Grove area in the heart of Downpatrick has become a catalyst for a wider community led project that will be delivered over the next two years. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is working alongside the Downpatrick Regeneration Working Group delivering the Living High Streets Framework in the town […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced a new partnership with St Mark’s High School, Warrenpoint, to develop a new multi-sports hub on the school campus, helping to meet the growing demand for high-quality sports facilities across the district. The project aligns with the Council’s Sports Facility Strategy Review (2022), which identified the need […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, has officially launched the Council’s Annual Civic Awards 2026, calling on residents to help shine a spotlight on the people who make a real difference across the district. This year’s awards campaign, #CelebratingWHO, is designed to inspire everyone to pause and think about the individuals […]
By Paul Higgins A Co. Down man has been charged with the sexual assault of another man. Although Colm McAvoy did not attend Newry Magistrates Court on Wednesday, a police officer connected the 39-year-old to the single offence in his absence. McAvoy, with an address on the Tanvally Road in Monteith, understood to be in […]
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