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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Southern Trust Nurse Wins Prestigious UK Award

A nurse in the Southern Trust has won a UK award for improving the sleep of adults with learning disabilities. Julie Ann Colvin, Nurse Development Lead in Learning Disability, had her submission selected from over 920 entries in the Learning Disability Nursing category of the RCN Nursing Awards 2023. Julie Anne had secured funding through […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Results & Fixtures -18/11/23

RESULTS: 18–11-2023 (Sat) AIB Ulster GAA Hurling Intermediate Club Championship Semi Finals Owenbeg 14:00 Kickhams Creggan (Antrim) 1-15   4-11 Eire Og Carrickmore (Tyrone) Owenbeg 16:00 Middletown (Armagh) 0-13   1-11 Setanta (Donegal) AIB Ulster GAA Football Junior Club Championship Semi Finals Clones 13:30 Arva (Cavan) 1-11   0-04 Lisnaskea (Fermanagh) Kingspan Breffni 16:00 Blackhill […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Southern Trust Nurses Attend Buckingham Palace Reception

Two nurses attended a fabulous reception, hosted by His Majesty the King, to recognise the contribution they have made towards providing healthcare in the Southern Health and Social Care Trust. Annabelle Dalangin and Bincy Jose were among 400 internationally-educated nurses who attended the event at Buckingham Palace which paid tribute to the UK’s international nursing […]

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Community Constituency International Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh

Newry and Crossmaglen to Hold Palestine Solidarity Rallies

The Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign encouraging supporters to join rallies in Newry and Crossmaglen to be held on the 29th of November at 6pm. These rallies will coincide with the the long practiced International Day of Solidarity for Palestine which occurs on November 29th annually. The Newry Rally will be held by Dunnes Car Park, […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Appeal Following Newry Burglary

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of burglary at residential premises at the Woodlands area of Newry. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Sometime between 1pm on Saturday 18th November and 5pm on Sunday 19th November, it was reported that entry was gained into a house in the area. It was reported that a quantity of jewellery […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Smear Test Clinics Begin As Part of Cervical Screening Services Review

“The Southern Trust can confirm that the first clinic will start this evening (Friday 17 November) to undertake repeat smear tests for women included in the Cervical screening services review. Women being offered a repeat smear test are those whose previous slide is unavailable either because their previous smear may have taken place more than […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Government Health Louth Seanad Éireann

Ó Murchú Highlights Long Ambulance Wait Times

A 93-year-old woman is recovering this week after she waited for almost four hours for an ambulance at her Dundalk home earlier this month, while lying on the floor with a fractured pelvis. More details about the woman’s ordeal have been revealed by Sinn Féin TD Ruairí Ó Murchú who highlighted the case at his […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Government Health Louth Seanad Éireann

Minister Heather Humphreys Launches New Look Carlingford Playground

Louth County Council unveiled the newly refurbished Carlingford playground, which was launched by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys T.D at a ribbon cutting ceremony in the village on November 15th 2023. The new look park, which has been fitted with a range of modern play equipment, was one of a number of […]

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Business Climate Community Dáil Éireann Government Infrastructure Louth Seanad Éireann

Ó Murchú: ‘Capacity and Legacy Issues’ Need to Be Urgently Dealt With By Uisce Eireann’s Drainage Area Plan

The fallout of the flooding that impacted North Louth and parts of Dundalk earlier this month continues with Sinn Féin TD Ruairí Ó Murchú saying this week that ‘capacity and legacy issues’ need to be urgently dealt with by Uisce Eireann’s Drainage Area Plan. The Dundalk deputy said he has asked for a meeting with […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Dáil Éireann Government Health Louth Seanad Éireann

Minister O’Brien Marks Delivery of Louth’s First-Ever Homes Under Cost Rental Scheme

Minister visits a development site for supported living in Dundalk before officially opening a new cost rental housing development in Drogheda. Minister for Housing, Local Government, and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, today visited two new housing developments in County Louth, making stops in Dundalk and Drogheda. His first destination was the Coulter Close development site […]

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Celebrate Christmas In Style with Alexandria’s Baby Boutique

Discover the magic of the season with our enchanting Christmas collection, featuring traditional smocked dresses for little ones from 3 months to 10 years old! Create picture-perfect Sister styling moments with our timeless designs.  **Traditional Smocked Dresses:** Elegance meets comfort in our exclusive smocked dresses. From charming patterns to delightful colors, make this Christmas unforgettable […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government Legacy South Down Westminster

Hazzard Calls for Interstate Case Against Legacy Act After Murder Appeal

Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has called on the Irish government to pursue an interstate case against the British government’s Legacy Act following an appeal by the PSNI for information into the murder of Peter McCormack in 1992. The South Down MP said: “Last year’s ruling from Justice Humpreys was a watershed moment for families […]