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Council Delivers Cycle Training Sessions to Primary Schools

Killowen Primary School, Rostrevor is one of five schools in the district to receive a free Level One Cycle Training session as part of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Active Travel Programme facilitated by Sustrans NI. Visiting the school to lend his support as the pupils took part in their training session, Council Chairperson, […]

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Community Constituency Council Election 2023 Elections Government Infrastructure NMD Council South Down Warrenpoint

McKevitt Welcomes Resurfacing Works at Sandy Road, Sheeptown

SDLP Crotlieve Councillor Karen McKevitt has welcomed the completion of resurfacing works on Sandy Road and has thanked residents for their patience in waiting for improvements to be made. McKevitt said: ‘Our roads are in a terrible state at the moment and it is currently the number one issue constituents are contacting me about every day. We all see it […]

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Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Craigavon Downpatrick Government Health Infrastructure Kilkeel Lurgan Monaghan Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh Portadown South Armagh South Down Stormont Upper Bann Warrenpoint

Housing Executive Rent to Increase by 7%

In response to the Housing Executive’s annual request for a rent increase, the Department for Communities has confirmed that from 4 April 2023, Housing Executive rents will increase by 7%. Rent pays for the housing services provided by the Housing Executive. This below-inflation increase will provide funding for essential maintenance, improvements and investment while also […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

Ennis Slams Invasive Use of Counselling Records in Sexual Assault Trials

Sinn Féin MLA Sinead Ennis has slammed the invasive use of victims’ counselling records in sexual assault trials. The South Down MLA said: “It is unacceptable that victims of sexual assault cannot access mental health support from counsellors without the worry that their words will end up being read out in a court room. “This […]

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Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Craigavon Downpatrick Health Kilkeel Lurgan Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh Portadown South Armagh South Down Upper Bann Warrenpoint

Changes to Housing Selection Scheme Announced

Changes to the Housing Selection Scheme in Northern Ireland come into effect this week. The Housing Selection Scheme and Common Waiting List governs the allocation of all permanent social housing in Northern Ireland. It has been in place for more than 20 years and changes are now being introduced to ensure that those in greatest […]

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Constituency Crime South Down Warrenpoint

£20,000 Reward on 4th Anniversary of Murder of 37 Year Old Wayne Boylan

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team are making a renewed appeal for information on the fourth anniversary of the brutal murder of 37-year-old Wayne Boylan following a £20,000 reward from the independent charity Crimestoppers. Mr Boylan, a father of one, was shot dead in the Lower Dromore Road area of […]

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Community Constituency Downpatrick Kilkeel Lurgan Newcastle Newry and Armagh Portadown South Armagh South Down Upper Bann Warrenpoint

NIFRS Recruiting For On-Call Firefighters In 46 Fire Stations

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) is recruiting for On-Call Firefighters in 46 Fire Stations across Northern Ireland.  On-Call Firefighters are part-time Firefighters who respond to emergency incidents in their local area, including fires, road traffic collisions and other specialist service calls. They also play a crucial role in providing safety advice to their […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Council Downpatrick Election 2023 Elections Government Kilkeel Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh South Down Warrenpoint

Council Opens Up Public Buildings as Fuel Costs Rise

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is offering some of its public buildings as warm shelter for anyone unable to afford the increasing cost of home heating this winter. The ‘Open House’ initiative began its roll out in December, with Newry and Kilkeel Leisure Centres, Down Arts Centre, the Market House in Ballynahinch and Warrenpoint […]

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Community Constituency Crime South Down Uncategorized Warrenpoint

Missing Person Appeal for Tyler Reeves

Police in Warrenpoint are concerned for the whereabouts of the following missing person, Tyler Reeves, 10 years old, 4ft 7, short blonde hair, wearing black trousers with “24/7 gamer” on the side, a red marble jumper and a black coat. He was last sighted in his home at 1500 hours today. He may have connections […]

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Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Kilkeel Newcastle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down Warrenpoint

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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Community Constituency Government South Down Sport Stormont Warrenpoint

Ennis Welcomes BBC Plans to Increase Coverage of Gaelic Games

Sinn Féin Sinéad Ennis has welcomed plans to increase coverage of Gaelic Games and help end the block on live coverage for northern viewers. Sinéad Ennis said: “Plans to launch a new GAAGO streaming service for live coverage of GAA games across the island is welcome news for Gaels. “This new service follows on from […]

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Community Constituency South Down Sport Warrenpoint

Ulster Clubs Take Home Three All-Ireland Scór Titles

All eight Ulster Scór acts made the long journey to Castlebar, Co. Mayo, for the 2022 All Ireland Scór Sinsir Final. A long day of activities commenced early on the Saturday morning with soundchecks beginning for the solo singers at 8.30am and running through to lunch. Meanshile the Trath nc gCeist was commenced in the […]