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University Scholarships a Testament to Gaza Students’ Courage and Determination –  Sinn Fein 

Sinn Féin MP John Finucane attended a reception in Westminster yesterday in honour of students who were evacuated from Gaza earlier this year to take up scholarships and pursue university education abroad, including a number now studying in the North. The reception was addressed by the Palestinian Ambassador, His Excellency Dr Husam Zomlot, alongside several […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Man Charged to Court Following Two Reports of Criminal Damage In Markethill

A man has been charged to court following two reports of criminal damage in Markethill on Tuesday, 6th January.The man, aged 31, has been charged with a number of offences including common assault, criminal damage and disorderly behaviour. He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday 7th January.  As is usual procedure, […]

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Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh

Choose Your Local FE College Southern Regional College for University-Level Study

As A-Level pupils across the province prepare to take the next step in their academic journey, Southern Regional College (SRC) is encouraging talented and ambitious young people to explore the wide range of university-level study opportunities available at their local Further Education (FE) College. SRC offers a diverse range of higher education programmes across a […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Mathers Condemns Dangerous Criminal Attacks on Newry Buses

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has condemned in the strongest terms a further spate of dangerous and antisocial criminal attacks on buses in Newry, warning that this reckless behaviour is posing a significant risk to the public and having a serious impact on the wider community. Councillor Mathers was speaking following two further attacks on […]

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Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics South Down

Chairperson Launches Civic Awards 2026 – #CelebratingWHO Call for Public Nominations

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, has officially launched the Council’s Annual Civic Awards 2026, calling on residents to help shine a spotlight on the people who make a real difference across the district. This year’s awards campaign, #CelebratingWHO, is designed to inspire everyone to pause and think about the individuals […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry South Down

Co Down Man Charged With Sexual Assault

By Paul Higgins A Co. Down man has been charged with the sexual assault of another man.  Although Colm McAvoy did not attend Newry Magistrates Court on Wednesday, a police officer connected the 39-year-old to the single offence in his absence.  McAvoy, with an address on the Tanvally Road in Monteith, understood to be in […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Two Police Officers Injured After Car Rammed In Forkhill

Police are appealing for information after two police officers were injured when a car rammed their patrol vehicle in the Church Road in Forkhill in the early hours of Saturday morning, December 27th. Across south area a total of 14 officers were assaulted on Friday evening and Saturday morning with one officer having to receive […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Finnegan Condemns Burglary of Newtownhamilton Churches

Sinn Féin MLA Aoife Finnegan has condemned the burglary of two churches in Newtownhamilton. Police believe the burglaries occurred between 3pm on Christmas Day, 25 December, and 9am on 26 December. “Targeting places of worship at any time shows a complete disregard for the community.  “But during the Christmas period, it is reprehensible. “Those responsible […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Two Churches Burgled In Newtownhamilton on Christmas Day

Police are appealing for information following the reports of two burglaries at churches in Newtownhamilton on Christmas Day, Thursday, 25th December. It was reported to police that sometime between 3.00pm on December 25th and 9.00 am on Friday, 26th December entry was gained to churches on Dundalk Street and Castleblayney Street in the town. Damage […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Health Upper Bann

Gold Star For Trauma and Orthopaedics

The Southern Health and Social Care Trust’s Trauma and Orthopaedic service has received national recognition for commitment to patient safety, for the fifth consecutive year.  Also, for the first time, the team has been awarded with gold accreditation as a National Joint Registry (NRJ) Quality Data Provider for the high-quality information they provide about joint […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Man Attacked From Behind In Patrick Street Assault

Police in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of an assault in the city in the early hours of Saturday 27th December. Sergeant Nelson said: “It was reported that a man was walking in the Patrick Street area sometime between two and three am, when he was assaulted from […]

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Climate Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Launches Public Consultation on Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy 2026-2030

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has today opened a 12-week public consultation on its draft Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy 2026–2030, and is inviting residents, businesses, community groups and stakeholders to share their views. The draft strategy sets out the Council’s vision for a low-carbon, climate-resilient future and outlines how sustainability will be embedded […]