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Armagh Community Constituency Government Health Newry and Armagh Stormont

Serious Concerns Over Domiciliary Care Provision – Boylan

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has raised serious concerns about growing pressures on domiciliary care services across the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, calling on the Department of Health to take urgent action. “My office has been inundated with calls from constituents who cannot access care packages for themselves or their family members,” the […]

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Community Crime Inside the Courtroom NI

Pet Hotel Owner Who Neglected Dozens of Dogs Has Sentenced Adjourned

By Paul Higgins The plea and sentence of a Co. Antrim woman who neglected the needs of almost 40 dogs was adjourned today (Tues). Paula McIvor was due to be sentenced at Lisburn Magistrates Court but the court heard that “the pre-sentence report (PSR) is not available.” At an earlier hearing, 43-year-old McIvor, from the […]

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Climate Community Constituency Government Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

Protecting Our Environment Must Continue to be Priority for Executive – Finnegan

Sinn Féin MLA Aoife Finnegan has said protecting our environment and addressing the challenges facing Lough Neagh must continue to be a priority for the Executive. The party’s environment spokesperson was speaking in response to the recurrence of blue-green algae on the lough “The presence of blue-green algae on the lough and in our waterways […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

20 Yr Old Man With Shining or Directing a Laser Beam Towards a Vehicle

Police have charged a 20-year-old man with shining or directing a laser beam towards a vehicle, endangering the safety of a vehicle, and shining a light to dazzle or distract a pilot, after a laser beam was reported to have been directed at a police helicopter in the Victoria Street area of Lurgan at around […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

McNulty Commends MND Fundraiser in Newry

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has praised the efforts of local man Cearon Finnegan, who hosted a unique and heartfelt fundraiser in Newry last week to raise awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Cearon, who is living with MND, brought humour and humanity to the event by racing a tortoise in […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

Kimmins Supports Economic Development In Warrenpoint

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has shown her support for local economic development on a visit to Saica Pack in Warrenpoint. Saica Pack is part of the Saica Group providing sustainable solutions for paper and packaging manufacturing as well as waste management and recovery. It employs over 160 people at the Warrenpoint factory.  Minister Kimmins said: “I am […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Mathers Welcomes Repairs to Martin Lane Play Park

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the completed repairs to Martin Lane Play Park, describing it as a long-overdue step in addressing safety concerns raised by both residents and the council. “I’m pleased that the much-needed repairs to Martin Lane Play Park have now been completed, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable space for […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down Warrenpoint

Boutique Luxury Cruise Ship Island Sky Makes Inaugural Call to Warrenpoint

The boutique luxury vessel Island Sky arrived in Warrenpoint Harbour on Monday 18 August, marking another splendid moment in the town’s growing profile as an exclusive cruise destination. Operated by Noble Caledonia, the ship offers its guests an intimate travel experience, bringing them into the heart of Mourne, Gullion and Strangford to discover its natural […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

SDLP Welcomes Establishment of Newry Canal Regeneration Working Group

Newry SDLP Councillor Killian Feehan has welcomed the establishment of a Newry Canal Regeneration Working Group within Council. The SDLP has been at the forefront of pushing for the regeneration of the Newry Canal, recognising the immense value it could bring to the local economy, tourism, and overall community wellbeing. Councillor Feehan highlighted the importance […]

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Business Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Countdown to Craic at Iur Cinn Fleadh

Tune your guitar, warm up your voice, tighten your bodhrán and rosin your bow – the countdown begins to Newry’s citywide music festival Iúr Cinn Fleadh from 21-25 August. Supported by Newry BID, Newry Mourne and District Council and Narrow Water Events, the five-day fest is made up of nearly 100 shows and activities at […]

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Community Crime

Child Rapist Handed 13 Year Jail Sentence

By Paul Higgins A Cookstown man who raped and sexually assaulted a six-year-old child was handed a 13-year sentence. Jailed at Dungannon Crown Court, sitting in Belfast, 31-year-old Jason Harkness (31) was also handed a indefinite Sexual Offences Prevention Order and told that he will remain on the police sex offenders register for the rest […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 16/08/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 16 AUGUST 2025 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballyholland 4 v O Ashgrove Rovers at Olympic Park Millburn United 2 v 3 Rossowen at Jimmy McAlinden Park Orchard United 3 v 5 Villa Rovers at Derrybeg DIVISION ONE – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Cartwheel United 2 v 5 Newry Rovers at Jimmy Steen Park Church Street P v P Lisdrum FC at Jennings Park No.2 POSTPONED Greenfield Park 1 v 2 Mayobridge at Jennings Park No.1 Killeavy United 1 v 7 Archview United at Killeavy […]