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By Donal McMahon Newry Ship Canal could be set for a major tourism investment plan.Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) unanimously agreed a motion on Monday (April 7) to pursue funding and development of the city’s waterway. The local authority move comes as elected reps look to increase pressure on Department for Infrastructure (DfI) […]
Southern Regional College’s (SRC) Music Department is proud to launch ‘Frequency Finder: The SRC Music Dept Podcast’, a brand-new platform dedicated to showcasing the voices, talent, and behind-the-scenes insights of Northern Ireland’s dynamic music scene. Hosted by Factory 61, Frequency Finder delves into the journeys of artists, live sound engineers, and music industry professionals, as […]
Sinn Féin Senator Conor Murphy today raised the case of murdered GAA official Sean Brown during a meeting with the Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty, in Strasbourg. Speaking at the Council of Europe, Senator Murphy said: “As a member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe representing Ireland, I […]
Translink Easter holiday timetables to operate on Easter Monday and Tuesday, 21st and 22nd April. With a number of timetable changes to reflect the change in passenger demand, passengers are encouraged to download the journey planner app – Translink NI – this Easter and plan their journey from their mobile device. Recently enhanced, the journey planner app is now even easier […]
Northern Ireland’s Number 1 Personal Injury Specialists, JMK Solicitors, proudly celebrate five years since pioneering the four-day working week for their employees. JMK were one of the first employers locally to commit to and implement a four-day work week in January 2020, with no reduction in pay demonstrating its dedication to employee well-being while maintaining […]
SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed the announcement from Health Minister Mike Nesbitt that the cross-border healthcare scheme is to be reintroduced, calling it a “vital opportunity” to strengthen health services in the region. McNulty is urging the Department of Health to ensure that Daisy Hill Hospital is positioned as a key […]
A planning application has been submitted for Newry City Park, a transformative project poised to reshape the city’s landscape. The 15-acre development at the Albert Basin site would create a world-class park for Newry residents, offering a vibrant community space designed to enhance health, fitness, and overall wellbeing, whilst also attracting more visitors to the […]
Pouchers Funeral Directors have written to Newry Cathedral Parish regarding ongoing works within St Mary’s Cemetery. “We have been contacted by several families regarding the removal of water taps and the ongoing scaffolding works around the Altar in St Mary’s. “Both are proving to be an accessibility issue for visitors and mourners alike, with many […]
A new campaign has been launched in community pharmacies across Northern Ireland to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer and help with early diagnosis. The ‘Be Cancer Aware’ campaign is running in community pharmacies this April and May as part of the Living Well service. It highlights the role of pharmacy teams […]
Police have made an arrest following a stabbing in Newry on Sunday evening, 6th April. Inspector Macdonald, said: “A report was received at approximately 8.40pm that a man, aged in his 20s, had been stabbed, following an altercation outside a property in the Sugar Island area of the city. “Officers attended alongside colleagues from the […]
South Down MP, Chris Hazzard, has slammed those involved in starting wildfires in Mourne Mountains in recent days and called for them to be held to account. Over 100 firefighters tackled the blaze which started on Saturday and stretched for approximately two miles close to forestry and property. The fire service also stated that the […]
Appeal for information after man dies following two vehicle collision in Portadown. The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that 18 year old Morgan Henry, from the Tandragee area, has died following a two vehicle road traffic collision in Portadown, in the early hours of Sunday 6th April. Roads Inspector Cherith Adair, from the […]
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