CLANRYE NEWS 
The Bessbrook Cup takes centre stage with four intriguing ties, including a First Division versus Premier Division showdown, while Cleary Celtic, Mayobridge and Newry Celtic prepare for another important Saturday of league action. Cup football returns to the Carnbane League this weekend, and Saturday, 14 November, promises another fascinating afternoon of local grassroots action. With […]
Police are appealing for information following a number of reported burglaries in the Rathfriland, Banbridge and Newry areas. Sergeant Downey said: “At around 3am on Tuesday 10th November, it was reported that a property in the Gransha Road area of Rathfriland had been broken into. It is believed that entry was gained via a garage […]
A 28-year-old man has been charged following a series of break-ins at Buttercrane Shopping Centre in Newry over the weekend. Police were called to commercial premises in the Buttercrane Quay area at approximately 7.40am on Sunday, 8 November. When officers arrived, they discovered extensive damage inside a shop, including two smashed windows and items scattered […]
The festive season officially arrives in Newry, Mourne and Down with Christmas lights set to be switched on in towns and villages across the district between Thursday 19 November and Saturday 5 December. And a series of special festive events are also being held in Newry, Downpatrick and Kilkeel to mark the start of the […]
The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has hosted a regional conference for physician assistants at Daisy Hill Hospital. Focused on continuing professional development, the event brought colleagues together with speakers from Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland to share learning, strengthen professional networks and explore innovations in clinical practice. Dr Naresh Chada, Deputy […]
Saoradh condemns the decision by the Southern Health and Social Care Trust to suspend maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital, Newry, from 23 November. This latest development represents another devastating blow to healthcare provision across Newry and the wider South Armagh and Mourne communities. It is particularly concerning for expectant mothers, their families and those […]
Aontú Newry and Armagh representative Roisin Mulgrew has called for an end to what she describes as a longstanding culture of secrecy at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, warning that the latest revelations are part of a much deeper problem. Mulgrew said: “This is not about one meeting or one project. There is a […]
Finn Harps reclaim top spot, Rockview stun Cartwheel United, Greenfield Park hit five and Mayobridge score eight in the MUFA Shield as another extraordinary Saturday shakes up the Carnbane League. Halloween weekend delivered another feast of goals, surprises and drama across the Carnbane League. Saturday, 31 October 2026, produced 40 goals across seven matches, with […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is encouraging residents to improve their wellbeing, build confidence and connect with others through its free Be Active Local – Wellbeing Hubs programmes. Funded by Sport NI through the London Marathon Foundation’s Inspiring Activity fund, the programmes aim to make physical activity accessible to people across the district, particularly […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that a man aged in his eighties has died following a road traffic collision in Newry on Thursday 1st October. Detective Inspector Stewart, from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “Police received a report at approximately 11.30am of a two-vehicle collision involving a grey Citroen C3 […]
Forum sends report to every councillor and MLA, and calls follow-up meeting on 29th October to set up working groups Newry People’s Forum has published the report from its first public workshop, setting out all 657 comments made by the 200 or so people who packed the Canal Court Hotel on 8 October. Planning and […]
As campaigners prepare to rally in support of Daisy Hill Hospital, we examine the political decisions made ten years ago, who approved the Bengoa Report and whether successive governments have delivered the healthcare reforms they promised. On Sunday, 25 October 2026, Northern Ireland will mark exactly ten years since the publication of the landmark Bengoa […]