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Business Community Constituency Housing Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Multimillion Pound Housing Development at Merchants Quay Completed

Local company Kelly Brothers, have completed their multimillion pound housing development at Merchants Quay, Newry. The transformational project comprises 38 modern apartments and 3 prime ground-floor retail units which it says will revitalise a previously underutilised brownfield site of disused garages and showroom buildings. Located in the heart of the Newry Conservation Area overlooking the […]

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

Newry Set to Host First Ever “Game Changing” Christmas Market

By Donal McMahon Newry is set to host its first ever Christmas Market as a “game changing” drive for its 400 year old city centre trading halls. The council’s sustainability and environment committee approved a report on Wednesday (May 21) to host a five week seasonal event. The seasonal boost to the border city hopes […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

King Communication Marks Five Years in Business with Fellowship Award

Congratulations to our member, King Communication who is celebrating five years in business with a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) Fellowship for its Managing Director, Deborah Loughran. The Newry-based business, established in May 2020, works with a wide and every-growing client base provides communication, PR, marketing, event MC support and counts some of the best-known […]

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Agriculture Business Community Government Stormont

Northern Ireland Assembly Goes on the Road This Week For Balmoral Show

The Northern Ireland Assembly is going on the road this week – giving visitors to the Balmoral Show an opportunity to sample ‘life on the hill’. Drop into the Assembly’s marquee and you’ll be able to find out more about what happens behind the scenes at Parliament Buildings and how members of the public can […]

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ABC Council Banbridge Business Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Upper Bann

F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio to Remain Open as Major Expansion Gets Underway

Construction work on a major multi-million pound expansion and upgrade of the F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio in Banbridge will commence today (Monday 12th May). The award-winning accredited museum will continue to host exhibitions and remain open and accessible to the public throughout much of the 15-month contract period. Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council […]

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Business Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber Stormont

Chamber Discusses Huge Opportunities & Significant Challenges to Growing the Economy of the Greater Newry Area with Infrastructure & Economy Ministers at Killeavy Castle Estate

The Greater Newry Area can capitalise on huge opportunities for economic growth in the coming years if significant challenges can be overcome through a partnership approach with local Ministers. That was the message that resonated from a positive Fireside Chat Engagement with the Infrastructure and Economy Ministers at a Newry Chamber Corporate Patrons Event at […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Showcase Your Job Opportunities at the Newry, Mourne and Down Job Fair

Local employers across the Newry, Mourne and Down District are invited to promote their current vacancies at the upcoming Newry, Mourne and Down Job Fair, taking place on Thursday, 19 June at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry. The event is hosted by the Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership in collaboration with Cross Border […]

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Business Newry Newry Chamber

Entries Open for 2025 Greater Newry Business Awards

Entries for the Greater Newry Business Awards are NOW OPEN. This year marks the 10th edition of the prestigious biennial awards which recognise, celebrate and reward the success of local businesses and individuals at the top of their game. The Greater Newry Business Awards have become the district’s premier celebration of business excellence since their inception […]

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Business Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Celebrating Success: NI’s Number 1 Personal Injury Firm, JMK Solicitors Recognises Expertise of Members of Their Team

JMK Solicitors are proud to highlight the expertise of several key team members as part of its ongoing focus on team growth and providing exceptional service to clients. Marie-Claire Meehan as Director of Performance, Susan Morrison as Costs Consultant and Sinead Toal, Ailis McKeown, and Wendy McIntosh as Senior Associate Solicitors. These titles reflect JMK’s […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry’s Around Noon Eyes a Bigger Bite of Market With New Multi-Million-Pound Slough Facility

Food-to-go manufacturer officially opens its fifth manufacturing site at Slough Trading Estate Food-to-go manufacturer Around Noon, one of the UK’s fastest growing food groups, has officially opened its newest manufacturing facility at Slough Trading Estate following continued strong business performance throughout 2024. Located close to London Heathrow, the new 30,000 sq ft factory becomes the […]

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Business Community

CompareNI Launches Community Initiative Fish4Funds

After the success of year one, CompareNI is launching it’s community initiative, Fish4Funds, for a second year – with a further five local clubs to be awarded funding. Last year’s winners were a selection of clubs, sports and community groups from across Northern Ireland, each winning £1000 to support their development. The winning clubs were Carrickfergus […]

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Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

Grant: Cashless Society Is Dangerous for Working Class

Commenting on the blackouts that took place in Spain and Portugal Nicola Grant Workers Party representative said this major event should serve as a warning to working class people about the dangers inherent in a cashless society. The blackouts flagged up the profound consequences of being reliant on technology to access goods and service. Nicola […]