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Advertising Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Final Thirteen: “Say Please Say” New Single Out 13/10/24

Final Thirteen are a Northern Irish power trio, with music consisting of energetically infused metal, alternative rock, & indie creating an instantly memorable “m’indie-rock” experience. Consisting of Ax (Lead Vocalist), J.D. (Guitar & Vocals), & Doobes (Drums & Vocals), they have stormed venues across Ireland in the midst of their summer tour with powerful shows that have already engaged a strong fanbase […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Newry Playground Named After IRA Hunger Striker Left Out of Development Plans By NMD Council

By Donal McMahon A Newry playground named after an IRA hunger striker has been left out of development plans by the local council. A recent active and healthy communities committee was provided with a new four year capital programme for council owned play parks identified for upgrades. The plan does not mention the Raymond McCreesh […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Arcadian I.T Announce Opening of Their Christmas Club

Arcadian I.T. is pleased to announce the opening of their Christmas Club for the 2024 holiday season. Speaking from their social media: “With the increasing popularity of gaming, we invite you to consult with us for expert advice and innovative ideas. Our professional team is dedicated to tailoring solutions that meet your specific requirements and […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 28/9/24

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 28 SEPTEMBER 2024 SAT 28 SEPTEMBER – PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballyholland      3    v   4  Camlough Rovers  at Jennings Park No.2  Cleary Celtic      1    v   2  Newry Celtic at Olympic Park Millburn United 1   v  3   Ballybot United  at Jimmy McAlinden Park        Rossowen           1  v    2  Villa Rovers  […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Two Men In Hospital After Repeated Kicks to Head In Gang Assault

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of an assault at Trevor Hill, Newry, in the early hours of Sunday 29th September. It was reported that two men, both aged in their 20’s, were assaulted by a group of males outside licenced premises in the area, sometime between 12.30am and 1am. Both men were […]

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Community Education Government Infrastructure Stormont

Northern Ireland Primary School Road Safety Quiz 2025 Is Launched at Stormont

Education Minister Paul Givan MLA  helped launch the 2025 NI Primary School Road Safety Quiz.  Primary Schools are being invited to enter their local heat of the Northern Ireland Road Safety Quiz 2025.  The 11 heats are being held in January and February and two teams from each heat will progress to the NI final which […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

McNulty Challenges Health Minister & Southern Trust on Daisy Hill Maternity

The SDLP’s Justin McNulty has challenged both the Health Minister and the Southern Trust on the decision to divert mothers and babies away from Daisy Hill to Craigavon Area Hospital last weekend. The Newry & Armagh MLA has faced sharp criticism from the Trust and political opponents for his staunch defence of services at Daisy […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Receives an Update on Road Infrastructure Projects For 2024

Members of the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council received an update from the Department for Infrastructure regarding road maintenance and improvement works in the council area, for the years 2023/24 and 2024/25. During a meeting on Monday 23 September, Divisional Roads Manager Mr Mark McPeak addressed the council, stating: “Northern Ireland’s road network is our […]

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Community Government Health Stormont

Minister Hails 30 Years of NHS Organ Donor Register

As the annual UK Organ Donation Week (23 to 29 September) gets underway, Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has welcomed Northern Ireland’s growing rate of support for organ donation.  In this, the 30th year of the NHS Organ Donor Register, more than a million adults in Northern Ireland – 55% of the population here – have […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Upper Bann

Community Champions Crowned at Prestigious Awards!

The red carpet was rolled out at the weekend to celebrate the Community Awards 2024, with a glittering ceremony recognising and rewarding some of our incredible community champions. A total of 34 groups and individuals from across the borough were shortlisted for 11 awards. Each received high praise for being a leading example of good […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Stormont Upper Bann

Local Councillors Briefed on Housing Executive budget Challenges

Councillors from Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council were presented with a stark picture of the challenges facing the Housing Executive in delivering its programmes and services in the area at a meeting today (Monday, Sept. 23). Grainia Long, Housing Executive Chief Executive, delivered the annual Housing Investment Plan (HIP) briefing to local councillors, […]

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Community Crime

Man Arrested Following €2.8 Million Cocaine Seizure at Dublin Port

Gardaí from the DMR North Central Divisional Drugs Unit have arrested a man in his 50s following the seizure of cocaine with an estimated value of €2.8 million (pending analysis) by Revenue officers at Dublin Port on Sunday, 22nd September 2024. Revenue officers discovered 40 kilograms of cocaine concealed in the floor cavity of a […]