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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Workers Party Attends Newry Pride

Workers Party Newry Representative Nicola Grant said she was proud of party comrades from the LGBTQ+, the women’s committee, the Youth Wing and the branches who participated in Newry Pride. She said the weather may have been damp but there was no sign of dampened spirts. The wind and Torrential rain did not affect the […]

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Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Westminster

Dáire Hughes MP Joins Newry Pride In Solidarity With LGBTQ+ Community

Sinn Féin Newry and Armagh MP Dáire Hughes joined the Newry Pride Parade today, hailing the event as a fantastic celebration, despite the rain. “It was an honour to stand with the LGBTQ+ community at Newry Pride,” Hughes said. “Sinn Féin will always stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and fight for the human […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results 30/08/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 30 AUGUST 2025 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballybot United 2 v 1 Orchard United at The Barley Field Cleary Celtic 3 v 1 Rossowen at Olympic Park Newry Celtic 5 v 3 Millburn United at Artie Green Park DIVISION ONE – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Archview United P v P Lisdrum FC at Jennings Park No.1 POSTPONED Greenfield Park 4 v 0 Killeavy United at Willie Davis Park Mayobridge 6 v 1 Rockview United at Clonallon Park

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Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Hughes Condemns Removal of Pride Flags In Newry

Speaking following the removal of a number of Pride flags from across Newry the night before, Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes strongly condemned the incident, describing it as “a shameful and cowardly act” that stands in direct opposition to the values of inclusion and respect embraced by the people of Newry. “The removal of these […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Pride Returns to the City This Saturday

Newry Pride returns on Saturday 30 August under the banner “Louder, Prouder, Together,” celebrating resilience, visibility, and chosen family in challenging times. EVENT SCHEDULE PARADE ROUTE  LINE-UP HIGHLIGHTS AT MARCUS SQUARE Time Performer Genre 13:45 Belfast Quire Choral Collective 14:30 Clare Sands Singer-Songwriter 15:15 SOAK Indie Pop 16:00 St. Bishop Electronic 16:45 Tramp Indie Punk […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

No Tolerance For Racism – Kimmins

Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has said there can be no tolerance for racism as police data highlights the need for civic and political leadership. The Newry Armagh MLA was speaking after data released by the PSNI shows that race hate crime is at a record level in the north. LIz Kimmins said: “Reports […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Mathers Condemns Joyriding In Meadow Area

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has condemned joyriding in the Meadow Area and has called on anyone with information to come forward to the police.  “I strongly condemn the anti-social and criminal behaviour that occurred this evening in the Meadow area of Newry, where a number of cars were damaged in a joyriding incident. “This […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Water Festival 2025 Is a Huge Success

The Albert Basin, Newry was the setting for a lively celebration of outdoor activity on Monday 25 August, as families and individuals from across the district gathered for the Newry Water Festival 2025. The free event, organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Newry DEA and the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme, and supported by the […]

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Grant: Executive Not Doing Enough to Tackle Child Poverty

Nicola Grant Workers Party Regional spokesperson speaking at a Workers Party event discussing poverty said that child poverty is at the root of so many evils, yet our Executive parties are doing nothing to address the root causes of poverty and multiple deprivations. Ms. Grant said generational poverty has impacted on the life chances of not […]

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Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins commends Iúr Cinn Fleadh and Local Businesses For Outstanding Festival Showcase

Speaking after attending this year’s Iúr Cinn Fleadh in Newry, Sinn Féin Newry & Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has commended the organisers, local businesses, and community partners for delivering what she described as “a resounding success and a brilliant celebration of all that Newry has to offer.” The Newry Armagh MLA said: “It was an […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Police Investigate Serious Sexual Assault at Quays Area of City

Detectives are investigating a reported serious sexual assault in The Quays area of Newry. It’s believed that this occurred in the early hours of Thursday, 21st August. Enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal for anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 170 of 22/08/25. ENDS

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Sinn Féin’s Valerie Harte Secures Progress on Courtney Hill

Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the start of improvement works in the Courtney Hill area following recent engagement with the Department for Infrastructure (DFI). “I’m pleased to see action on the ground, particularly the clearance of overgrown trees that were blocking public pathways,” said Councillor Harte. “These issues were reported directly to DFI, […]