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The Death Has Occurred of Gavin Toman

Toman (Camlough) Gavin RIP, passed away at home 30th December 2022. Beloved son of Pauline and the late Jimmy RIP, husband of Orla, deeply devoted Daddy to Rhys and Chloe, loving brother of Geraldine, James, Jennifer, Matthew and Daniel, dearest brother in law to Jerome, Laura, Paul and Anna, a cherished nephew, friend and neighbour. […]

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Man Arrested in Newry Following €27,000 Cannabis Seizure

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Unit carried out an operation with HMRC, Thursday 22 December. Detective Inspector Sweeney said: “Three premises in the Newry area were searched and 1.5 kilos of cannabis, approximately €27,000, an estimated 2,000 cigarettes and an imitation firearm were seized. A 58 year old male was […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Armagh Man Charged With Stealing ATM at Fruitfields, Richill

By Paul Higgins An Armagh man appeared in court today (fri) accused of stealing a cash filled ATM in what a judge said was “clearly a sophisticated operation.” Newry Magistrates Court heard that “this operation took less than 60 seconds” for the stolen digger to drive across the forecourt, demolish the purpose built ATM building, […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Vehicles Set on Fire in Newry

Police are appealing for information following an arson attack on vehicles in the Lisgullion Park area of Newry in the early hours of this morning, Thursday 22 December. Sergeant Adams said: “Shortly before 3.30am, we received a report that two cars had been set on fire outside a residential property. “Luckily no one was injured […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Two New Sinn Féin Councillors for Newry City

Cathal King and Geraldine Kearns have now been officially co-opted as Sinn Féin councillors for the Newry City Electoral area. Sinn Fein Newry and Armagh have said: “We wish to thank the outgoing councillors Charlie Casey and Roisin Mulgrew for their services and wish them all the best for the future.” “We look forward to […]

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A Treat for Music Lovers as Council Supports Delivery of Newry Chamber Music Programme

The delivery of a Council supported arts and community outreach programme by the internationally recognised Newry Chamber Music (NCM) will see live music of the highest calibre reaching communities across the City and beyond. The group’s current season programme is being assisted by a £20,000 funding package from the Council, which has been welcomed by […]

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Re-Gen wins coveted MRW National Recycling Award

The results of the MRW National Recycling Awards were revealed on 6 December at the Westminster Park Plaza, London. Re-Gen has won in the Team of the Year Award and was praised by the expert judging panel, who are drawn from across the recycling sector. Joseph Doherty, MD at Re-Gen Waste, said: “I’m extremely proud […]

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Applications Now Open for AONB Youth Rangers in Ring of Gullion and Strangford and Lecale

Calling all 14 to 17year olds!  Applications are now open for the Ring of Gullion and Strangford Lough Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Youth Rangers programme, starting on the 14 January 2022. The initiative led by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, offers young volunteers new opportunities for exploration, learning and adventure in the […]

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Council Thanks to Norbook and Community Volunteers for ‘WeCare@Christmas’ Initiative

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Community Co-ordination Hub has once again partnered with Norbrook for its ‘WeCare@Christmas’ campaign to deliver hot meals, food hampers and toys to families across the district.  In the seven weeks leading up to Christmas, volunteers from the Council and local Community and Voluntary Sector have delivered 250 fresh meals […]

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AONB Amateur Photography Competition 2024 Calendar

Do you love taking photos?  Let your picture tell a story about your favourite scene. Your photo could be featured in two local 2024 calendars.  A number of prizes are also up for grabs! As part of the Mourne Wall Centenary Celebrations, NI Water are delighted to partner with local Councils and Agencies responsible for […]

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Business Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Recycling Director Welcomes the Single-Use Plastics Consultation Outcome

Joseph Doherty, Managing Director of Re-Gen Waste in Newry and member of Defra’s Advisory Committee on Packaging, has welcomed the results of the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Consultation for the reduction of single-use plastic beverage cups and food containers. We were very pleased to participate in the consultation on three policy options […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Man and Woman Arrested for Newry Murder

Detectives investigating the murder of Mark Lovell in Ardcarn Park, Newry, on the evening of 1 December have today, 19 December, made two arrests. A woman, aged 42, and a man, aged 49, were arrested in the Newry area on suspicion of murder.  Both have been taken to Musgrave Serious Crime Suite for questioning. Detectives […]