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Nicola Grant has told her Workers party branch meeting that the increasing number of violent attacks on women and girls both physical and Sexual must be tackled by a whole society response and approach in light of the recent report about another attack in the town. She said the freedom from all forms of abuse […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the passing of a motion brought to the Assembly today calling on the health minister to develop specialist autism mental health services. The party’s health spokesperson said: “I welcome cross-party support for Sinn Féin’s motion in the Assembly today which urges the health minister to bring forward a plan […]
County Armagh, Ireland—Irish Dancing Magazine has named Olivia Murray, founder of the Murray Dance Academy, as a recipient of the prestigious 2024 Global Excellence in Teaching Award. This honour recognises extraordinary teachers who inspire their students and foster community through the art of Irish Dance. The award winners were announced in December 2024 and are featured […]
Great news from our member, Women’s Aid Armagh Down who have appointed Colm Meehan & Co Ltd to deliver Phase 1 of their £3 million ‘ELEOS’ project. This will deliver a Centre of Excellence in Newry City, providing support services for women, children and young people impacted by domestic abuse. Following a tender process, the […]
Economy Minister Conor Murphy has again pressed the Home Office to reconsider their implementation of a new scheme that will have a devastating impact on tourism in the north of Ireland. The Minister was speaking as the next phase of the British Government’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme goes live. From tomorrow (8 January), non-European […]
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit have charged a man to court following a collision in Killylea, County Armagh on Friday 27th December. The man, aged 32, has been charged with two counts of causing death by dangerous driving, and one count of causing grievous bodily injury by dangerous driving. He […]
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of arson at residential premises at the Mullacreevie Road area of Armagh on Tuesday 31st December. Detective Sergeant McCartan said: “Sometime between 10pm and 11pm, it was reported that an object was thrown at the rear of a property in the area. It was reported that the […]
Sinn Féin Assembly Member for Newry/Armagh, Conor Murphy, will contest the upcoming elections to Seanad Éireann, bringing a strong northern voice to Leinster House. His candidacy underscores Sinn Féin’s commitment to representing the entire island of Ireland, promoting the All-Ireland economy, and advancing the Irish unity debate in the Oireachtas. Speaking in Dublin, Sinn Féin […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that two men have sadly died following a two vehicle road traffic collision on the Killylea Road outside Killylea, County Armagh. Inspector Cherith Adair, from the Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Police received a report shortly before 12:45pm yesterday, Friday 27th December, of a collision involving a dark […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed an agreement on fair pay for health workers. The party’s health spokesperson said: “I welcome today’s agreement on fair pay for health workers between the health minister and trade unions. “These workers are the backbone of our health and social care system and it is absolutely right that […]
By Daire Hughes I wish everyone in Newry and Armagh a merry Christmas and a happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year. Christmas presents a great opportunity for people to take a break and to catch up with friends and family. I would encourage everyone to maximise this opportunity – enjoy yourselves, bí ag ol agus bí ag ceol! The last six months serving as […]
Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a burglary in Armagh city on Friday 20th December. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “Officers received a report of a burglary in the Altavallen Park area, which occurred sometime on Wednesday 18th December, whilst the resident was not present. “The front door of the house was forced open and […]
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