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Older drivers in Northern Ireland are paying more for car insurance than almost anywhere else in the UK, figures have shown. Research by car insurance experts at CompareNI.com revealed that over 65s in Northern Ireland are forking out £478 on their annual premiums – around 10% more than the national average for that age group. By comparison, […]
Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MLA Aoife Finnegan has said that the recent relinquishing of several mineral prospecting licences in the Sperrins area reinforces the urgent need to ensure the regulatory framework underpinning mineral licensing is fit for purpose with environmental protection, transparency, and community consultation central to decision-making. Sinn Féin Environmental spokesperson Finnegan commented following […]
By Alexandria’s Baby Boutique We’re delighted to announce the Holy Communion Dress Sale – beginning this Monday at Alexandria’s Baby Boutique! Dresses from just £50.00 Timeless, elegant styles for her special day Limited stock – when they’re gone, they’re gone! Come visit just outside Newry and find the perfect dress at an incredible price. These […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the opening of the new IncredABLE Café in Newry, describing it as a “fantastic initiative” that promotes inclusion, opportunity, and community spirit. Located in Newry Leisure Centre, the café offers a welcoming space for the public while creating meaningful opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autism. Following […]
By Nicola Grant Step inside Alexandria’s Baby Boutique; We’ve filled our boutique with the sweetest, most stylish outfits for your little ones. From soft pastel onesies to elegant baby dresses and cozy everyday wear – everything is handpicked with love. Whether you’re shopping for a special occasion or everyday cuteness, we’ve got something perfect waiting […]
KERRI Rafferty, an ophthalmic director at Specsavers Newry has taken on an abseil challenge in support of Specsavers’ charity partner in Northern Ireland, Simon Community. Kerri was part of an adventurous trio, which included two other store partners and ophthalmic directors from Specsavers in Northern Ireland; Katie Gillen from Specsavers Downpatrick and Paula Cunningham from Specsavers Connswater. Specsavers […]
The Finance Minister has his head in the sand over his refusal to even acknowledge that there is a problem with the funding of Northern Ireland Water, Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has said. It comes after clear warnings from the independent Fiscal Council. In the Assembly on Monday, the Finance Minister John O’Dowd refused […]
Newry Chamber has welcomed the news that Newry is to get a new innovative wastewater pilot scheme that will release urgently needed capacity to free up development across the city over the next 5-10 years. Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins MLA announced the scheme this week which represents potential investment by NI Water and the Department […]
Translink is reminding passengers that summer bus timetables have come into effect from today (Tuesday 1st July) during the school holidays. This applies to Ulsterbus, Goldliner, Metro/Glider and Foyle Metro schedules. Passengers are advised to check their timetables and plan their journey before they travel using the Translink Journey Planner app, website: www.translink.co.uk or by phoning the […]
Newry City must retain its unique place as the only key Northern investment location within the Irish Government’s National Development Plan (NDP). That’s the view outlined by Newry Chamber in its submission to the NDP Consultation which closed today, Thursday 26th June 2025. Newry Chamber, along with Dundalk and Drogheda Chambers, made individual and joint […]
Throughout July and August, Buttercrane will host a series of free events as part their ‘Summer Fest’ campaign. The schedule kicks off on Thursday 3rd July with a Summer Glow Up beauty event with one of the leading MUAs in the UK, Belfast-born Paddy McGurgan. Hosted in our new dedicated event zone in the North Mall beside […]
JMK Solicitors, Northern Ireland’s Number 1 personal injury Solicitors, CRASH Services, Northern Ireland’s leading vehicle accident management company and Granite Exchange, Newry’s leading serviced office space and meeting room hire, have raised an impressive £10,000 in the first half of 2025 for their charity partner, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. Supporting a chosen charity each year is […]
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