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Newry Chamber Puts Greater Newry Area on the Map During Successful Washington D.C. Trade Visit

Newry Chamber President, Edwina Flynn and CEO, Michael Savage travelled to Washington D.C. for the St. Patrick’s Week events from 11th – 15th March where they attended 13 major networking events during the packed Four-Day Trade Visit, promoting Chamber members, Newry City and the Greater Newry Area to potential investors and companies in the US as a destination to invest […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

New Off-Street Car Parking Provider Appointed by Council

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has agreed a new contract with Marston Holdings Ltd to provide enforcement parking services within our 39 Off-Street car parks, this will commence on Tuesday 2 April 2024. Enforcement has been provided since 2015 through an Agreement with the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) who employ the ‘red coat’ traffic […]

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Business Climate Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Council Wants Local Business to Pay Back Flood Grant Money

A Newry business who has been closed for more than five months due to flood damage has been asked to repay the £7,500 flooding grant given to her by Newry, Mourne and Down District council. Loretta Gallagher’s textile business operates on the first floor of a building at Sugar House Quay. She told UTV that […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Sandwich Chefs In Running for UK Sandwich & Food to Go Designer of the Year

Two sandwich chefs from Newry-headquartered Around Noon are in the running for UK Sandwich & Food to Go Designer of the Year. They will go up against chefs from across the UK in the competition which is a highlight of The Sandwich & Food to Go Awards – also known as The Sammies – an […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Entertainment Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down

St Patrick’s Day Plans Outlined for Newry and Downpatrick

On Sunday 17 March, St Patrick’s Day in Newry and Downpatrick promises to be the perfect blend of tradition, culture, and family-friendly activities, ensuring a memorable experience for locals and tourists alike. Talking about this year’s festival, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte said, “This a significant time for Newry, Mourne […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

St Patrick’s Day Weekend at the Buttercrane

Join us for lots of fun and free entertainment on the mall in Buttercrane Centre across the St Patrick’s Day weekend. On Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th March there’ll be balloon giveaways and free facepainting from 11-4pm.  On Sunday 17th March there’ll be musical entertainment throughout the day kicking off with the Casino Jazz Band […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

Economy Minister Builds Stronger Economic Ties on Visit to NY and Washington

Economy Minister, Conor Murphy, is in the United States of America this week, visiting both New York and Washington, DC. The Minister’s programme includes a mix of business meetings alongside attending important functions such as the NI Bureau Breakfast, an Intertrade Ireland 25th anniversary event and a business reception hosted by US Special Envoy to […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Alexandria’s Baby Boutique Launches New Spring/Summer Collection

Introducing our stunning new Spring/Summer collection – a symphony of elegance and vibrance that embodies the essence of the season. Step into the radiance of summer with our Hearlds of Summer collection, where each piece is meticulously crafted to celebrate the beauty of warmer days. Elevate your wardrobe with our exquisite range of dresses, skorts, […]

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Exciting Local Potential Must Be Seized By Council – Nelson

Sinn Féin councillor Catherine Nelson has urged the council to seize the exciting opportunities that exist for communities across the ABC council area. The group leader of the Sinn Féin council team spoke after the party held their local strategy planning day. Councillor Nelson said: “There are huge, transformative opportunities available for ABC, and it […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

Cross Border Trade Is Surging – Murphy

Building and sustaining cross-border cooperation and trade is key to the growth of our businesses, Economy Minister Conor Murphy has said. The Minister was speaking as he addressed over 300 business and trade delegates at the Newry and Dundalk Chambers’ Annual Cross-Border Conference which focused on ‘Building a Sustainable All-Island Economy’. The Minister said: “The Windsor […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Encourages Residents Shop Local and Support Local Retailers

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, with support from the Department for Communities, is launching a new Make It Local public relations and advertising campaign, to urge residents to buy from and celebrate their local and independent businesses.  Launching on Thursday 29 February, the initiative is designed to celebrate the fantastic range of goods and […]

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Business Community Government Politics Stormont

Executive Sets Rate at 4%

The Executive has agreed to adjust the regional rate for 2024/25 in line with inflation. Subject to Assembly approval, the proposal on the regional rate element of the bill would add 46p per week to the bill for a domestic property with an average capital value of £123,000 and £10.73 per week for a typical […]