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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Man Attacked From Behind In Patrick Street Assault

Police in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of an assault in the city in the early hours of Saturday 27th December. Sergeant Nelson said: “It was reported that a man was walking in the Patrick Street area sometime between two and three am, when he was assaulted from […]

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Council Launches Public Consultation on Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy 2026-2030

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has today opened a 12-week public consultation on its draft Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy 2026–2030, and is inviting residents, businesses, community groups and stakeholders to share their views. The draft strategy sets out the Council’s vision for a low-carbon, climate-resilient future and outlines how sustainability will be embedded […]

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Hundreds Supported Across Newry as Norbrook Delivers We Care Community Programme

Norbrook has once again demonstrated its strong commitment to the local community through its We Care at Christmas programme, with more than 325 employees across the business giving their time, skills and generosity to support charities, families and vulnerable groups across Newry and the surrounding area. Norbrook’s We Care program started in 2019 as an […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Buttercrane Install Sanitisers as Flu Epidemic Set to Peak Over Christmas

As the NHS grapples with unprecedented flu outbreak Buttercrane Centre have installed hand sanitisers throughout the mall. With infection levels reportedly peaking over Christmas period, Buttercrane have installed hand sanitisers to support customers and local health services. Centre Manager Peter Murray said: “The news reports of the rising infection levels and pressures on our local […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

CRASH Services and JMK Solicitors Raise Over £42,000 for Cancer Focus NI!

CRASH Services, in partnership with JMK Solicitors, has successfully wrapped up their 2025 charity partnership, raising £42,200 for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. These funds will directly support the charity in continuing its vital cancer care services across Northern Ireland. Both organisations have a longstanding tradition of supporting a chosen charity each year, with a dedicated […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Louth Louth County Council Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Councils Drive Cross-Border Progress at Strategic Alliance Meeting

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Louth County Council convened their latest Strategic Alliance meeting on 9 December 2025 at County Hall, Dundalk, reaffirming their commitment to cross-border cooperation and regional development. The Strategic Alliance, established in 2011 through a Memorandum of Understanding, provides a vital forum for both councils to address shared challenges […]

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

McNulty: Delivery of Rail Review Could Transform Island

SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA said the delivery of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review had the potential to transform public transport across the island. He was speaking following the publication of the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy. Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “The SDLP drove the all-island rail review in government because […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Brian McQuaid

McQuaid, Brian – R.I.P. 21A Crieve Court, Newry and formerly of Ardoyne, Belfast. 12th December 2025, peacefully at home under the care of his loving family. Beloved husband of Terri, devoted father of Shonagh (Paul) and Ciaran (Jenny), loving Granda Bobby to Holly, Meghan, Saoirse, Eva, Callan, Rian, Cianan and Caitlan; predeceased by his mother […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Wuff Justice as Police Dog Catches Thief

B Section, Ardmore Local Policing team responded to a report of a theft in the area of Armagh Road, Newry. One suspect had been detained and one made off. The two suspects were believed to have been involved in four other incidents of theft locally. Enter Police Dog Rhea who swifly located the outstanding suspect […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 14/12/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 13 DECEMBER 2025 PREMIER DIVISION SAT 13 DECEMBER 2025 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Rossowen 2 v 1 Ballybot United at Kilbroney Park, Rostrevor Villa Rovers 4 v 1 Orchard United at Jennings Park No.1 MID ULSTER SHIELD ROUND 4 – SAT 13 DECEMBER 2025 – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Cleary Celtic 4 v 0 Armagh City U21s at Olympic Park, Derrylecka Lurgan […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

McNulty Calls For Urgent Action on Homelessness

SDLP MLA for Newry & Armagh Justin McNulty has called for urgent action on homelessness.  He was speaking after a recent visit to the Simon Community in Armagh.  Mr McNulty said: “I recently had the opportunity to meet some of the brilliant team at the Simon Community in Armagh. The dedication and compassion that they […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Shot Fired at House In Newry

Police are appealing for information following a report of a shot being fired at a house in Newry. Inspector Connolly said: “We received a report at around 10.50pm on Wednesday, 3rd December of a person with a firearm outside a property in the Mullavat Road area. “Officers attended the address and found that an upstairs […]