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Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

McNulty Expresses Sympathy on the Passing of John McArdle

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has expressed his sympathy on the passing of former SDLP Councillor John McArdle. Mr McNulty said: “It was with a very heavy heart this week that we learned of the passing of John McArdle. John was a vivacious, warm and trusted man whose integrity and passion for people […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Colum Shields

Shields (Newry, late of Cleary Crescent) Colum who passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the 10th July 2023. Devoted father of Shane, Siobhan, Colin, Stephen and the late baby Mary. His remains will repose at his daughter, Siobhan’s residence, 2 Carrick Vista, High Street, Bessbrook on Monday and Tuesday from 5pm until […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh

McEvoys Offering a Uniform Club to Help With Uniform Costs

Get yourself prepared for the kids going back to school in September!  McEvoys are offering a deposit scheme for school uniforms to take the pressure off sending your kids back to school , this will allow you to get in early and get your uniform put away with a deposit of your choice and pay […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of John McArdle

Mc Ardle, John – R.I.P. 12 Glen Hill Park, Newry. 9th July 2023, peacefully at home. Beloved husband of Patricia, loving father of Cathal and Ciaran, predeceased by his siblings Myretta, Jean and Jim. John’s remains are reposing at his late residence until removal on Wednesday morning (12th July) at 11.40am, arriving for Requiem Mass […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Three Arrested After Newry Drug Bust

Police in Newry have arrested three people following a search of a property in the Forkhill Road area of Newry on Saturday evening. A large quantity of suspected herbal cannabis and a sum of cash were seized during the proactive policing operation. Two men aged 33 and 27 and a woman aged 57 were arrested […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Finn Offers Condolences Following Sudden Death

SDLP councillor Doire Finn has offered her condolences following a reported sudden death in Newry.  Police are at the scene in the Catherine Street area.  Councillor Finn said:  “My thoughts are with the family and friends of the person who sadly passed away in the Upper Catherine Street area of Newry. It is always difficult […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Attend Sudden Death In Newry

Police are currently at the scene of a reported sudden death in the Catherine Street area of Newry. Enquiries remain ongoing and an update will be provided in due course. ENDS

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ABC Council Armagh Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh

Council Celebrates Next Generation of Young Entrepreneurs

A celebration event was held last week to shine a light on the fantastic results achieved by over 40 young entrepreneurs from the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon during the successful Enterprise Pathway Programme. Developed by the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Labour Market Partnership (ABC LMP) in collaboration with Armagh City, Banbridge and […]

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ABC Council Armagh Community Constituency Council Government International Newry and Armagh Politics

ABC Council Hosts Dutch Business Delegation on Educational Visit to NI

Members of the A37 Business Association from the northern Netherlands forged new connections and debated key industry issues when they met local business leaders and senior council officials at a special reception hosted by ABC Council in The Palace, Armagh on Thursday 15 June. The A37 Business Association is a unique network of leaders representing […]

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Business Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Business Brings In 4 Day Working Week

Kukoons Rugs, one of Northern Ireland’s largest ecommerce companies, is known for revolutionising their industry. An early adopter of lean methodology, the company is now pioneering the way with the roll out of the 4 day working week with no reduction in pay. Over the past couple of year’s, Kukoon Rugs, like many other businesses, […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Council Must Properly Equip Belleeks Play Park For Summer – Magennis

Sinn Féin Councillor Oonagh Magennis has said that the council must ensure locals have a properly equipped play park for the summer months. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “Coming into the summer months, it’s vital that local children have a proper space to play safely with their friends. “The recent removal of over half of […]

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Community Constituency Dáil Éireann Government Infrastructure Louth South Down Warrenpoint

Additional €2m Secured to Complete Tender Process for Narrow Water Bridge – O’Dowd

Louth Fine Gael TD, Fergus O’Dowd, has welcomed news this morning that an additional €2million has been secured to complete the tender process for the long awaited Narrow Water Bridge. The Louth TD, who also serves as Chairman of the Oireachtas Committee on the implementation of the Good Friday Agreement, said “It was confirmed to […]