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Agriculture Government Upper Bann Westminster

Partial Climb Down on Use of Red Diesel Welcomed – Lockhart

DUP Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed a partial climb down by the Government on the use of Red Diesel in tractors following clarity from the Government concerning agriculture shows, ploughing matches, cutting verges and hedges, clearing snow, gritting and clearing or otherwise dealing with flooding.  Ms Lockhart has been working on this issue […]

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Community Council Government Newry NMD Council South Armagh South Down

Irish Language Bursary Scheme Launched for 2022-2023

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council will assist residents in the district with a bursary to help with the costs of Irish language courses through the Irish Language Bursary Scheme 2022-2023. The scheme will open for applications from 11 March 2022, application forms will be available online at http://www.newrymournedown.org/gaeilge. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council […]

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Community Government Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

Lockhart Welcomes Sen Play Opening

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has welcomed the opening of Sen Play in the courtyard at Brownlow House, Lurgan.  This amazing facility has been opened by local girl Leanne Gray and is designed for children and young people with additional needs. Leanne has been involved in this project over the past number of years having […]

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Community Council Government Newry NMD Council South Armagh South Down

Spring into Visit Mourne in March and Embrace Your Next Giant Adventure

Visit Mourne have launched a host of festivals, events, and experiences in association with Tourism Northern Ireland across the District throughout March. From St Patrick’s Day Parades to Viking, Outdoor and Aspiring Geopark Festivals, there is a full programme of family fun, outdoor activities, and giant adventures to suit people of all ages and abilities. […]

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Crime Newry

Petrol Bomb and Criminal Damage at House in Newry

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of criminal damage at a house in Newry on Sunday, 6th March. Detective Sergeant Best said: “Shortly before 10.25pm it was reported that a suspected petrol bomb was found at the front of a property in the Flagstaff Court area. “The petrol bomb had not ignited and […]

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Advertising Newry Sport

PT Open Day at Pure Gym Newry

Pure Gym Newry is having an opening day for personal trainers this week. Based at the Quays in Newry this presents an excellent opportunity for any level 3 PTs looking to work in an energetic environment. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport manager Julie Thompson said: “Pure Gym is on the lookout for passionate, driven […]

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Lifestyle

Film Review – The Batman

We have been very lucky over the years to have many faces of Batman in cinema. Keaton, Bale, Kilmer, Affleck and even George Clooney had a go. However when the announcement came that the guy from twilight would don the great cowl of the caped crusader this was met with severe criticism. This writer however […]

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Advertising Business Newry

New Shop Refit For Cafe No 35

Newry based business Cafe no35 have reopened following a refit of their cafe. The Monaghan Street based business has already secured itself as one of Newry’s finest establishments with an incredible reputation for good food and excellent customer service. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport a spokesperson for the cafe said: “We are absolutely delighted […]

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Advertising Business Community South Armagh

From Slieve Gullion to Down Under and back again, Killeavy Castle.

For years, the small castle at the foot of Slieve Gullion lay abandoned and in disrepair. Built back in 1836 the Estate was well known in the local area and provided a scenic view over the foothills of the mountain itself. For Mick Boyle, raised in Australia, when the castle came up for sale, there […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Government Louth

€843,466 for 5 Towns and Villages in Louth – O’Dowd

€843k has been awarded to 5 projects across County Louth through the Town and Village Renewal Scheme, a Fine Gael Deputy has said. Deputy Fergus O’Dowd said: “This is extremely welcome news and a very significant increase on previous allocations for the county.   “I am delighted to confirm the following successful projects have been awarded. “The award of […]

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Crime Portadown Sport Upper Bann

Man Handed Football Banning Order

A 22 year-old man has been handed a football banning order at Craigavon Magistrates Court on Wednesday 23rd February. The banning order follows an incident of disorderly behaviour at Shamrock Park, Portadown on August 27th. Detective Inspector Keith Wilson said: “We welcome this banning order which includes all football matches and hope that it is […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Government Louth

Humphreys Launches €7 Million Fund to Develop Rural Areas

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has (February 24th, 2022) announced the launch of the 2022 CLÁR Programme.  CLÁR provides funding for small scale infrastructural projects in rural areas that have experienced significant levels of population decline. Community Groups are encouraged to consider applying for funding for projects such as the provision […]