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Community Constituency Government Housing Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

Grant: We Need a State Construction Company to Help Housing Crisis

Nicola Grant Workers Party representative has commented on a report that the Stormont Housing Minister is only able to fund half the public homes needed this year to fulfill the Executive’s Program for Government Commitments. Ms. Grant said the Workers Party in our response to the housing section of the programme for government in late […]

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Business Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry-Based TV Production Company Wins Prestigious Award

Newry-based TV company Big Mountain Productions has picked up a major award at this year’s prestigious Celtic Media Festival, being held this week in Newquay, Cornwall, England. Celebrating 20 years of programme making, the multi-award winning company, based in the city’s MJM Business Park, beat off tough competition to pick up the Best Live Music […]

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Business Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Nightlife Newry: A City Comes Alive

Cultural Events, Investment and Community Spirit Power Night-Time Economy By Kevin McAteer Photo by Pak Aerial Media Newry is lighting up the map as one of Northern Ireland’s leading examples of how a vibrant night-time economy can fuel local pride, economic growth, and cultural identity. PURPLE FLAG STATUS: A MARK OF QUALITY Since 2016, Newry has held Purple Flag accreditation, […]

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Community Crime

Catholic Priest Remanded as Court Hears No Address for Bail After Sting Op

By Paul Higgins Lawyers for a Catholic priest accused of trying to communicate sexually with a child after he was ensnared by a paedophile hunter group, are struggling to find him a bail address, a court heard today (thurs). Edward Gallagher was due to mount a bail application at Londonderry Magistrates Court but defence counsel […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Finn Proposes Rainbow Crossing to Celebrate Newry’s LGBT+ Community

SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has called for a rainbow crossing to be installed in Newry city centre as a symbol of support for the local LGBT+ community. She has written to Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, proposing that a rainbow crossing be incorporated into planned repair works at the zebra crossing at Sugar Island. Councillor […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Jonesborough: Man Dies Following Serious Head Injuries

Detectives investigating an incident in the vicinity of Edenappa Road, Jonesborough, in the early hours of Saturday 31st May, can confirm that the man, aged in his 40’s, who sustained serious head injuries as a result of the incident, has sadly died in hospital. A post mortem examination will be carried out in due course […]

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Agriculture Community Constituency Government Lurgan Politics Upper Bann Westminster

Open Farm Weekend an Opportunity to Experience Life Beyond Farmgate

As a strong advocate for all things farming in Northern Ireland, Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart is encouraging members of the public to support the Bank of Ireland Open Farm weekend – commencing on Saturday, 14th June. “Launched in 2012, the free on-farm experience is a showcase for the province’s vibrant farming industry. The two-day event […]

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Community Constituency Health Lifestyle South Down Warrenpoint

Warrenpoint Judo Club Goes From Strength to Strength

The Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo club based in Warrenpoint have had a busy 3 weeks with team members competing in Craigavon, Dublin, and High Wycombe. First up we had father and son team Martin and Charlie Fearon at the Shinsei judo club Kyu grade (coloured belts) shiai competition. The pair travelled to the south lakes’ […]

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Community Constituency Crime Inside the Courtroom NI Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Crossmaglen: Former GAA Treasurer to Stand Trial on Historic Sex Abuse Charges

By Paul Higgins A former GAA club treasurer appeared in court today (wed) accused of historic sex abuse against two alleged victims. Appearing at Newry Magistrates Court by video link from HMP Magilligan, 64-year-old Thomas McKenna confirmed his identity and that he was aware of the 17 charges against him.  In relation to the first […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Grant: Council Withholding Information Is Not New and Is Ongoing

Nicola Grant Workers Party representative commenting today after many reports in the press around the state of our democracy in Northern Ireland across all levels of our political institutions. She continued once again we have reports of our local council having to admit to the non-disclosure of an important environmental report for a £44 million […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Inside the Courtroom NI Newry Newry and Armagh

Armagh GAA Star to Face Crown Court Over Sexual Assault

By Paul Higgins Armagh All-Ireland winner Aidan Nugent, on bail accused of sexual assault, will have his case elevated to the Crown Court next month, a judge ordered today (tues). During a brief update in the case against 30-year-old Nugent, a prosecuting lawyer told Armagh Magistrates Court, sitting in Newry, that “papers should be ready” […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Jonesborough: Three Arrested After Man Sustains Head Injuries

Detectives are appealing for information following a report that a man had sustained serious head injuries in the vicinity of Edenappa Road, Jonesborough, in the early hours of Saturday 31st May.​The man is currently in hospital in a serious condition as enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident continue.Three men aged 27, 34 and 42, were […]