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SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has said the Executive has ended a year of little delivery amid growing Budget confusion. He was speaking as the Executive faces a projected overspend of more than £400m next year while Ministers continue to announce new funding commitments without explaining where the money will come from. […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that a man has died following a road traffic collision in Rathfriland yesterday, Saturday, 20th December. Chief Inspector Simpson of the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “Shortly after 10.45pm, we received a report of a collision involving a silver Toyota Avensis and a […]
CRASH Services, in partnership with JMK Solicitors, has successfully wrapped up their 2025 charity partnership, raising £42,200 for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. These funds will directly support the charity in continuing its vital cancer care services across Northern Ireland. Both organisations have a longstanding tradition of supporting a chosen charity each year, with a dedicated […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Louth County Council convened their latest Strategic Alliance meeting on 9 December 2025 at County Hall, Dundalk, reaffirming their commitment to cross-border cooperation and regional development. The Strategic Alliance, established in 2011 through a Memorandum of Understanding, provides a vital forum for both councils to address shared challenges […]
SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA said the delivery of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review had the potential to transform public transport across the island. He was speaking following the publication of the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy. Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “The SDLP drove the all-island rail review in government because […]
South Tyrone Hospital has expanded its theatre capacity, enabling more planned day-case surgery and helping reduce waiting lists across the Southern Trust. The hospital now supports increased surgical activity across multiple specialties, treating up to 160 patients most weeks in its dedicated day-case theatres. Among the procedures benefiting from this additional capacity are planned Orthopaedic […]
From start to finish, the Lord Mayor’s charity spinathon was on a roll, helping raise a fantastic £1,400 for Epilepsy Action NI. Taking place on Friday 12 December at South Lake Leisure Centre, the high-energy event saw participants pedal throughout the day in 30-minute slots, helping turn fitness into funds! Thanks to the generosity of those […]
The Department of Health is encouraging everyone to look after themselves, both physically and mentally over this Christmas and New Year period. As the holiday season approaches, there are a number of health and social care services available. If you or some of your family members feel unwell, it is important, to choose the service […]
McQuaid, Brian – R.I.P. 21A Crieve Court, Newry and formerly of Ardoyne, Belfast. 12th December 2025, peacefully at home under the care of his loving family. Beloved husband of Terri, devoted father of Shonagh (Paul) and Ciaran (Jenny), loving Granda Bobby to Holly, Meghan, Saoirse, Eva, Callan, Rian, Cianan and Caitlan; predeceased by his mother […]
B Section, Ardmore Local Policing team responded to a report of a theft in the area of Armagh Road, Newry. One suspect had been detained and one made off. The two suspects were believed to have been involved in four other incidents of theft locally. Enter Police Dog Rhea who swifly located the outstanding suspect […]
CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER 2025 PREMIER DIVISION SAT 13 DECEMBER 2025 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Rossowen 2 v 1 Ballybot United at Kilbroney Park, Rostrevor Villa Rovers 4 v 1 Orchard United at Jennings Park No.1 MID ULSTER SHIELD ROUND 4 – SAT 13 DECEMBER 2025 – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Cleary Celtic 4 v 0 Armagh City U21s at Olympic Park, Derrylecka Lurgan […]
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has criticised the Alliance Party for tabling a motion “to mask their own inaction” on institutional reform, saying it highlights their inability to deliver on real change while holding influence at the Executive table. He reaffirmed the SDLP’s support for serious, actionable institutional reform, but said that […]
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