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Autism Reality Experience Helps Build Understanding Across Local Schools

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the Autism Reality Experience to the Slieve Gullion and Crotlieve District Electoral Areas, marking World Autism Acceptance Month this April. Delivered by Training 2 CARE and supported by the Public Health Agency, the Autism Reality Experience offers an immersive, hands-on training session designed to help neurotypical people […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh

Boylan Condemns Vandalism Attacks and Calls for End to Criminal and Anti-Social Behaviour

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has condemned the recent spate of vandalism and attacks across Newry and Armagh, including damage to council property, a childcare facility and local businesses. “There is no excuse for this criminal and anti-social behaviour. It is causing damage, fear and anger in our communities and must end now. “Those targeted […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 18/04/26

SAT 18 APRIL 2026 KEHOE CARS (NEWRY) BESSBROOK CUP SEMI-FINAL – GAME TO A FINISH – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballyholland 0 v 8 Cleary Celtic at Jennings Park No.1 SAT 18 APRIL NEWRY AOHCUP – GAMES TO A FINISH ROUND 2 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Cartwheel Utd 1 v 1 Greenfield Park at Jimmy Steen Park AET (Cartwheel Utd won 4 […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

Dealers Targeting Vulnerable Householders For Drug Deliveries – Finnegan

Newry & Armagh MLA Aoife Finnegan has said that the growing practice of drug dealers targeting a vulnerable person’s home to get their drugs delivered to the addresses is of deep concern. The Sinn Féin elected representative also urged people to be alert and vigilant to the illegal activity. She stated, “Recently the address of […]

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Constituency Dáil Éireann Government Legacy Newry and Armagh South Armagh

50th Anniversary Of IRA Volunteer Shot Dead By SAS Told “We Best Honour The Past By Building A Future Worthy Of It”

50th Anniversary Of IRA Volunteer Shot Dead By SAS Told “We Best Honour The Past By Building A Future Worthy Of It”. The large attendance at the 50th anniversary of the death of IRA Volunteer Peter Cleary, were told by Donegal TD Pearse Docherty that the event was not simply an act of remembrance but also […]

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Campaigns Cost of Living Politics

Aontú Membership Surges After Fuel Protests – Toibin

Aontú leader and Meath West Peadar Tóibín has welcomed hundreds of new members into the party in the last 2 weeks. He stated: “The last few weeks has seen massive growth for Aontú. We are delighted to welcome hundreds of new members into the party. 10% of our membership have joined in just the last […]

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Community Constituency Crime South Down Warrenpoint

£1.4 Million In Class A Drugs Seized In Warrenpoint

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have seized class A drugs with an estimated street value of over £1.4 million in Warrenpoint – one man in his 50s was arrested during the house search. Officers from Organised Crime Branch, supported by the Tactical Support team, conducted a search of a house in […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont

Aontú Deputy Leader Gemma Brolly: “Fuel Crisis Supports Don’t Go Far Enough – Most Will Get No Help”

Aontú representative for East Derry Gemma Brolly has criticised the fuel crisis support package, saying: “It’s not acceptable how the vast majority who need it will get no help.” Brolly – Aontú’s deputy leader – said: “Our inability to meaningfully tackle the cost of fuel in the North of Ireland highlights a democratic deficit.  “Fuel […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

McNulty: Translink Fare Freeze Does Not Go Far Enough

SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has said a decision to freeze Translink fares does not go far enough. The Infrastructure Minister has announced a fare freeze for this year. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This is an unambitious move from the Minister at a time when we are seeing a huge […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

MP Says Government Must “Act Now” to Support Agriculture, Haulage and Construction Industries

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is co-ordinating a collaborative initiative which reflects shared demands from across the agriculture, haulage and construction industries, urgently calling for practical and meaningful solutions as the UK’s fuel crisis deepens. The MP has confirmed she is working closely with cross-party colleagues in Westminster to address the challenges facing key sectors […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Freezes Translink Fares For Second Consecutive Year

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year in a row, despite significant financial pressures across the public transport system. The decision comes at a time when households are facing rising fuel and living costs and when public transport continues to play a vital role in helping […]

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Community Government Stormont

£200,000 For Repairs to Northern Ireland’s Historic Churches

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has announced £200,000 in funding towards the long‑term sustainability of Northern Ireland’s historic church buildings. The funding will be administered by the National Churches Trust (NCT) to help address a range of urgent structural and fabric repairs at four church buildings.  Minister Lyons said: “Since 2018 my Department has supported the National […]