CLANRYE NEWS 
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 […]
Justin McNulty MLA joined Daisy Hill advocate groups SOS Daisy Hill and the Daisy Hill Future Group for a meeting with the Minister of Health, Robbie Butler, in Stormont. The meeting was convened to discuss the groups’ concerns regarding the potential closure of maternity services at Daisy Hill. As a member of the committees, McNulty […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can sadly confirm a man has died following a four-vehicle road traffic collision in Newry. Detective Inspector Stewart from the Police Service’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “We received a report of the collision at approximately 6.30am this morning, Monday 19th October, in the Armagh Road area at its junction […]
The champions face their old rivals, the First Division’s hottest attack meets its most remarkable comeback story, and the race for the top promises another dramatic twist. Seven matches, plenty of pride and everything to play for. Forget the autumn chill. Things are heating up in the Carnbane League. This Saturday, 17 October, promises one […]
Police in Belfast have arrested a man and a woman in relation to drugs-related offences following a stop and search in the Grosvenor Road area yesterday evening, Monday 12th October. A 34-year-old man was arrested after officers located a quantity of Class B and C controlled drugs, which were seized. He was subsequently arrested on […]
Residents across Newry, Mourne and Down are being encouraged to help uncover the inspirational people and groups making a difference in their communities as nominations open for the Council’s Annual Civic Awards. Launched by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Glyn Hanna, the awards recognise individuals, volunteers, young people, organisations and community champions […]
Bring the family along for a frightfully fun evening at the Newry Halloween Twilight Market, returning to Newry Variety Market on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 5pm to 10pm. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, this popular event will transform the historic market into a Halloween wonderland packed with spooky entertainment, family-friendly activities, […]
By Kevin McAteer Finn Harps move to the top, Cartwheel United close in on the leaders, Orchard United suffer another setback and Newry Rovers complete a remarkable turnaround as the Carnbane First Division delivers another dramatic Saturday. Just when the Carnbane League First Division appears to be settling into a pattern, another Saturday comes along […]
Aontú Newry and Armagh representative Róisín Mulgrew has announced an escalation of the party’s campaign to tackle longstanding traffic congestion around Five Ways and Damolly Retail Park. The party is putting up posters around Five Ways, engaging with motorists, residents, businesses and other stakeholders, and has formally requested meetings with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and […]
The 27th Newry Christmas Charity Lunch, which will take place on Wednesday 2nd December 2026 in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry from 12 noon – 3:30pm, was officially launched this week. This year’s event will see six local charities that make a real difference in the Newry area throughout the Festive Season benefiting from the […]
Newry city centre is getting ready for Halloween, with family activities, live entertainment and fancy dress planned as part of Newry BID’s Spooks in the City programme. Running from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November, the programme brings together local shops, cafés, shopping centres and bars, with plenty of reasons to spend time in […]