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SPAR NI’s annual Community Cashback Grant is now open for applications, with the local retailer pledging £20,000 towards community based charities and outreach organisations. The retailer has distributed £120,000 in grants to 55 organisations since 2020, reaching across every county. This year, £20,000 will be split between seven organisations, with one £10,000 grant, one £5,000 […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has said the British government must do more to help those affected by the rising fuel crisis. The Newry and Armagh MP was commenting as Sinn Féin MPs supported a letter to the British Prime Minister which outlines a call for temporary immediate reduction in costs of fuel here in […]
The Housing Executive welcomed over 200 attendees to its largest ever annual Contractor Health & Safety Awareness event at the Dunsilly Hotel, Antrim on 26 March 2026. Construction and maintenance partners from across Northern Ireland gathered to hear from leading industry experts and take part in discussions aimed at enhancing safety standards across all areas […]
Newry city centre was awash with colour and celebration as Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s St Patrick’s Day festivities drew large crowds for a vibrant day of entertainment. The parade and accompanying celebrations brought together a fantastic mix of local schools, community groups, performers and musicians, all adding to the lively atmosphere. From energetic […]
Executive parties need to focus on agreeing a clear ask of the UK Government around a potential support package for households struggling with the huge increases in the cost of energy, SDLP Economy spokesperson Sinead McLaughlin has said ahead of an emergency committee meeting tomorrow which will take evidence from the Economy minister. The Foyle […]
The SDLP is calling on the Executive to provide a support package to help families struggling with the spike in energy costs. Prices have risen sharply following the outbreak of conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran. SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has submitted an urgent question to Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald […]
Businesses across Newry city centre have voted overwhelmingly to retain Newry BID for a third term, with 92% voting in favour of continuing the Business Improvement District. A total of 198 businesses voted Yes in the ballot, delivering a strong vote of confidence in the organisation, and its work supporting the city centre business community. […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that St Patrick’s Day will now be treated as a non-charge day for Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs). This follows a change in legislation that brings St Patrick’s Day into line with other holiday periods. The change will apply to Controlled Parking Zones in Belfast, Newry and Lisburn. Minister Kimmins […]
Newry Chamber hosted their 7th Annual International Women’s Day Celebration Lunch at a packed Killeavy Castle Estate with over 200 guests on Friday 6th March, kindly sponsored by KPMG Ireland, Southern Regional College and Younique Aesthetics Clinic. The 200+ guests enjoyed a prosecco drinks reception served in the spectacular surroundings of Killeavy Castle before proceeding into the castle pavilion […]
SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole MLA has said the Executive are attempting to hoodwink the public by introducing an inflation-busting rates rise without a plan for public service. Executive parties backed an increase of 5.0% for domestic properties and an increase of 3.0% for non-domestic properties. South Belfast MLA Matthew O’Toole said: “The […]
Firmus energy Supply – one of Northern Ireland’s largest suppliers of natural gas – has today [5th March 2026] announced that it will be making a further reduction to its tariffs for all domestic customers living in the ‘Ten Towns Network’ area. Effective from 1st April 2026, this double-digit decrease will save households an average […]
Minister Archibald has commented on the rising price of home heating oil and fuel emerging as a result of the situation in the Middle East. Minister Archibald spoke with both the British Energy Minister, Michael Shanks, and the Irish Energy Minister, Darragh O’Brien. Following those discussions, Minister Archibald said she had a constructive engagement with […]
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