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Constituency Government Legacy Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Welcomes News Fresh Inquest Will Be Held Into Murder of Robert Anderson

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed news that a fresh inquest will be held into the murder of Robert Anderson. Speaking after a ruling by the Attorney General, the Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Today’s announcement that a fresh inquest will finally be held into the murder of Newry man, Robert Anderson in 1971 […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Cleary Celtic Football Club Honoured by Council Chairperson

The outstanding achievements of Cleary Celtic FC have been marked by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Valerie Harte. At a recent Civic Reception held in Newry’s Council Chamber, Cllr Harte presented the team with an engraved crystal bowl in recognition of their remarkable achievements in the 2021-2022 season. Speaking at the reception […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Urges Progress on Conversion Therapy Ban

SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has urged progress on banning conversion therapy in the North. Councillor Finn is bringing a motion to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council on Monday asking councillors to reaffirm their opposition to the practice and to express solidarity with the LGBT+ community. She is also proposing council write to Stormont […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Business Man Convicted of Harassment of Newry Business Woman and Misuse of Electronic Communications

Newry based business man Barry James Fearon of Newry attended Newry Court on Friday 30th June accused of harassment of a Newry based business woman. Fearon of  BJF Training Ltd was convicted at Newry Courthouse of harassment and misuse of electronic communications towards a female victim. A stalking charge was also attached to the harassment […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Summer Bargain Alert! Up to 70% Off Kids Clothes at Alexandrias Baby Boutique

Alexandria’s Boutique is your one-stop shop for summer savings! With up to 70% off on kids clothing, it’s the perfect time to stock up on quality clothes for baby boys and girls ages 0-14. Shop our selection of dresses, shorts, and beautiful occasion wear for your little ones. Alexandria’s is here to help you find […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber

NI SME Business Conference & Expo 2023 Launched

One of Northern Ireland’s largest membership organisations, Newry Chamber, has announced details of their annual NI SME Business Conference & Expo. The half day event has been running for almost a decade and attracts over 250 delegates. It will take place on Thursday 28th September at the Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry. The event is […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Advise of Traffic Disruption During Newry Parade Tonight

Motorists are advised of possible traffic disruption this evening, Thursday 29th June, due to a parade taking place in Newry. There may be delays in the city between 7.30pm and 10.30pm, when the parade is scheduled to take place. It will be moving off from the Belfast Road along the Downshire Road, Church Avenue, Windsor […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Council Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Savage Slams Trust “Travel Time” Hypocrisy

Newry SDLP Councillor Michael Savage has accused the Southern Health Trust of ‘breath-taking hypocrisy’ by refusing to travel to meet Councillors face-to-face on Monday evening to interrogate the threat to vital health services at Daisy Hill Hospital. Councillor Savage said: “On June 5th Councillors unanimously passed an emergency motion I proposed at the monthly meeting […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Chairperson Hosts Reception For Young Ambassadors

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte hosted a Civic Reception on Thursday 22 June, in the Downshire Civic Centre for the Young Ambassadors Programme participants. Now in its 16th year, the Young Ambassadors Programme is organised by the St. Patrick’s Centre, Downpatrick. Bringing together young people from the US and Canada, […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Man Charged With Parkhead Assault

Police have charged a 24-year-old man with causing grievous bodily harm with intent.  He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 29th June.  The charge follows an assault on a man in the Parkhead Crescent area of Newry in the early hours of today, Wednesday 28th June. As is usual procedure, the charge will be […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

McNulty Calls For GAA Games to be Easily Accessible

Newry and Armagh SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has called on the GAA and RTE to make GAA games easily acceptable and free to watch. The former Armagh footballer has written to the Director General of RTE. McNulty said: “I am well aware that GAAGO is not necessarily out of the question in terms of affordability […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

McNulty Calls For Additional Train Services to Meet GAA Demand

SDLP Sports Spokesperson Justin McNulty has called for Translink to put on additional train or bus services this weekend for fans travelling to Dublin for All-Ireland quarter-final matches. Additional train services for the double header in Croke Park on Saturday have quickly sold out, with limited availability left on other special services. Mr McNulty has […]