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Community Dáil Éireann Government International Politics Seanad Éireann

Ireland Should Join International Court of Justice Proceedings Against Israel – Matt Carthy TD

Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Foreign Affairs, Matt Carthy TD, has described as unacceptable the refusal of the Irish government to join South Africa in proceedings against Israel at the International Court of Justice. Deputy Carthy called on the government to change its position and join the referral to the court under the Genocide convention. Speaking […]

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Community Crime

PSNI Online Reporting Available Anytime, Anywhere

The Police Service of Northern Ireland is encouraging the public to use its online reporting service which allows an incident or crime to be reported at anytime, anywhere, straightaway and without delay. Almost 27,204 reports were made online to the Police Service from 1st January 2023 to 1st January 2024 , while close to 499,642 […]

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Community Council Crime Government Louth Louth County Council

Cllr Pearse McGeough Condemns Castlebellingham Church Damage

Sinn Féin Councillor Pearse McGeough has condemned those responsible for causing damage at the local Church of Ireland in Castlebellingham. Speaking after visiting the Church before Christmas, Cllr McGeough said “this beautiful Church has an adjacent building which is joined by a covered alcove. That alcove seems to be attracting an anti-social element as a […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Missing Man Believed to Be In Newry

Police are becoming increasing concerned for the welfare of 50-year-old Robert Lukasiewicz. Robert was last seen leaving his place of work on the Crowhill Road in Lurgan and is believed to have headed in the direction of the Armagh Road in Newry at approximately 7.10pm on Thursday 4th January. He is described as being 6 […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh

DoH Approves Southern Trust Removal of Emergency General Surgery From Daisy Hill

The Department of Health has approved the Southern Health and Social Care Trust decision to permanently consolidate emergency general surgery services at Craigavon Area Hospital. Emergency general surgery had been split across Craigavon and Daisy Hill Hospital until a shortage of general surgery consultants led to the temporary suspension of provision at Daisy Hill. Today’s […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Stanley Payne

Payne, Stanley – R.I.P.  Late of 9 First Avenue, Derrybeg, Newry.  8th January 2024, peacefully at Daisy Hill Hospital.  Beloved husband of the late Kathleen and loving father of Mary, Donna, Stanley, Ronald and the late Patricia – R.I.P. Stanley’s remains will repose in Mc Gennity’s Funeral Home with viewing from 6-8pm on Tuesday  and […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

120 Cannabis Plants Seized In Crossmaglen

Officers from the Slieve Gullion Neighbourhood Policing Team today (Monday 8th January) conducted a search under warrant at a house on Concession Road, in the Culloville area of Crossmaglen, South Armagh.  At this address, officers located approximately 120 cannabis plants in various states of growth and a large amount of dried cannabis with a combined […]

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Community Government Health Politics Stormont

O’Neill Tells Nurses There Should Be No Delay In Forming Executive and Delivering Fair Pay Rises

Speaking after meeting today with representatives from the Royal College of Nursing, First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill said there should be no more delays in forming an Executive and delivering fair pay rises for nurses and public sector workers. Michelle O’Neill said: “I’ve just met with the Royal College of Nursing to listen first-hand to […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Results – 6/1/24

RESULTS: 06–01-2024 (Sat) Ulster GAA Hurling Conor McGurk Cup Quarter Finals St Patrick’s GS 12:00 Down 2-22   3-18 Louth Downpatrick             Donegal GAA, 13:30 Donegal 4-25   1-08 Derry Convoy             The Dub 13:30 QUB 1-18   0-29 Fermanagh Jordanstown 13:30 UU 1-13   […]

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Business Community Education

Applications Opening For Pinsent Masons’ ‘Law Insight Week’ Programme

Submissions for Pinsent Masons’ First Year Law Insight Week student programme will open on Monday, January 15, with the global law firm offering up to six places at its Belfast office. The placement is an excellent opportunity for local students wishing to pursue a career in the legal world by receiving hands-on experience at its […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Tables – 6/1/24

PREMIER DIVISION  after games on 6 January 2024   P W D L F A GD Pts Cleary Celtic 7 7 0 0 24 2 22 21 Newry Celtic 7 6 1 0 16 6 10 19 Camlough Rovers 11 4 2 5 24 22 2 14 Archview United 10 4 2 4 34 33 […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Cocaine Seized In Stop on A1

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have recovered around £250,000 in cash and suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of £100,000 following a search of a vehicle stopped, Saturday 6th January. Detective Inspector Sweeney said: “Shortly after 8:35am, officers stopped and searched a black Seat Leon that was travelling […]