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

Giant Adventures Series Enchants with a Trio of Immersive Tourism Events Returning for 2024

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Giant Adventures Series returns for 2024 with a trio of immersive tourism experiences to captivate visitors and locals alike. Showcasing the unique assets of the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark, the myths and legends encompassed in the region’s deep-rooted tradition of storytelling are brought to life through the Wake the […]

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Community Dáil Éireann Government Louth Seanad Éireann

Cooley Flood Report Being Considered By Minister – Ó Murchú

A report by Teagasc about the impact of last year’s flooding in Cooley on farmers has been submitted to the Department of Agriculture and is being considered by the minister, Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú has been told. During questions to Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue in Leinster House last week, the Sinn Féin TD said it […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Dan Devlin

Devlin (Newry) Daniel (Dan) (late of 3 Glenvale Villas) died May 10th 2024 suddenly at home. Beloved husband of the late Anna R.I.P. and devoted father of Pauline, Jacqueline, Gerry, Gary, Brendan, Aine and the late Joanne R.I.P. His remains will leave his daughter Jacqueline’s residence, 3 Glenvale Heights, on Monday at 10.20am for 11am […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency Crime Upper Bann

Man Charged With Banbridge Burglary

Detectives investigating a burglary in the Churchview Drive area of Banbridge on Thursday 9th May have charged a man to appear in court. The man, aged 50, has been charged with burglary and is expected to appear before Lisburn Magistrates’ Court on Saturday 10th May. As is usual procedure all charges will be reviewed by the Public […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Kathleen Gribbons

Kathleen Gribbons R.I.P. 35 McManus Court, Newry. Peacefully at Southern Area Hospice, 11th May 2024. Loving Mother of David, Mother-in-law of Noleen, Grandmother of Jamie and Niamh. Sister of Maura McFarland and the Late Patsy Watterson and Joseph R.I.P. Cherished Aunt of Damian, Sarah, Clare and Mo and Brother-in-law of Andy. House strictly private please. […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Crime Upper Bann

Appeal for Information and Witnesses In Relation to Robbery In Craigavon

Police in Lurgan are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of a robbery in Craigavon yesterday evening, Friday 10th May. Sergeant Cordner said: “Shortly before 7.45pm, it was reported that a man was assaulted by a number of males in the Westacres area, who struck and kick the back of his […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 11/5/24

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR TUES 7 MAY – SAT 11 MAY 2024 TUES 7 MAY – PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 7.00 PM Cleary Celtic 2   v  0  Archview United  at Olympic Park NEWRY AOH CUP ROUND 2 – KICK-OFF 7.00 PM Newry Celtic 3  v  1  Ballyholland  at Artie Green Park FRI 10 MAY – […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Teenager Victim of Mugging In Lurgan

Detectives in Lurgan are appealing for witnesses in relation to a report of a robbery which occurred in the Edward Street area of the town in the early hours of this morning, Saturday 11th May. A Police spokesperson said: “It was reported that that a teenage boy had been walking in the area at around […]

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Community Constituency Council Education Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Chairperson Hosts Students From St Michael’s Primary School

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte was delighted to welcome primary 7 students from St Michael’s Primary School, Killean on Wednesday 1 May to the Council Offices, Monaghan Row. The Chairperson gave a presentation on the role and function of the Council and during the visit pupils had the opportunity to […]

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Community Education

Academy at Ulster University Puts Education at Forefront of Sustaining NI Hospitality Sector

Academy restaurant, located on the edge of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, is enhancing Northern Ireland’s food, drink and culture by helping students forge a future in sustaining the hospitality, tourism and events industry. It does so not only in Northern Ireland but further afield, said panellists during a recent discussion about the educational hub and restaurant, […]

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ABC Council Banbridge Community Constituency Council Education Government Lifestyle Upper Bann

‘Celebration of Fusion’ Artwork Marks 30 years of Town Twinning

Marking the 30th anniversary of the twinning of two towns, Ruelle-sur-Touvre in France, and Banbridge in Northern Ireland, is a special art piece created by Newry Southern Regional College art student Eugena Woods. Eugena produced a stunning artwork, entitled ‘Celebration of Fusion’ which incorporates fused glass and textiles. On the design, Eugena was keen to tie […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Health Newry and Armagh

Spreading Kindness Through Words and Pictures

The Trust’s Kindness Post Box initiative has been rolled out across primary school and nursing homes in the Armagh area. A community focussed venture, across generations, the idea is for school children to write a cheerful letter, draw a picture or card and then post it into a specially created post box.  Over 200 letters […]