CLANRYE NEWS News items from all the local community groups.
The Albert Basin, Newry was the setting for a lively celebration of outdoor activity on Monday 25 August, as families and individuals from across the district gathered for the Newry Water Festival 2025. The free event, organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Newry DEA and the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme, and supported by the […]
Nicola Grant Workers Party Regional spokesperson speaking at a Workers Party event discussing poverty said that child poverty is at the root of so many evils, yet our Executive parties are doing nothing to address the root causes of poverty and multiple deprivations. Ms. Grant said generational poverty has impacted on the life chances of not […]
One of Louth’s greatest sporting sons, Stephen Staunton, received a warm welcome at the County Museum Dundalk on Wednesday morning. The former Liverpool and Aston Villa star, who won 102 caps for the Republic of Ireland, was on hand to view his famous green jersey from the 2001 World Cup Qualifier against Portugal. The shirt […]
Speaking after attending this year’s Iúr Cinn Fleadh in Newry, Sinn Féin Newry & Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has commended the organisers, local businesses, and community partners for delivering what she described as “a resounding success and a brilliant celebration of all that Newry has to offer.” The Newry Armagh MLA said: “It was an […]
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team investigating the murder of a man in Newcastle have confirmed the deceased’s name. He was 84-year-old Sean Small from the town. A cordon remains in place at the Slievenabrock Avenue address as enquiries are conducted today, Monday 25th August, with police patrols stepped up in […]
Detectives are investigating a reported serious sexual assault in The Quays area of Newry. It’s believed that this occurred in the early hours of Thursday, 21st August. Enquiries are ongoing and we would appeal for anyone with information to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 170 of 22/08/25. ENDS
Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the start of improvement works in the Courtney Hill area following recent engagement with the Department for Infrastructure (DFI). “I’m pleased to see action on the ground, particularly the clearance of overgrown trees that were blocking public pathways,” said Councillor Harte. “These issues were reported directly to DFI, […]
A man who has had a lengthy involvement working with the challenges that individuals, families and communities face from addiction has said that a wider discussion needs to take place about addressing the wide range of issues involved. South armagh man Pat McGinn who recently retired after many years from his front line work association […]
Plan Ahead, Stay Safe, and Tap to Travel Translink is advising that school services will resume from Monday 1st September and as pupils prepare, Translink is issuing essential travel advice to help pupils and parents start the new term smoothly and safely. With over 60,000 pupils using Translink services daily, this is one of the busiest times of the year […]
Nicola Grant Workers Party has expressed concern following reports that the Labour Government is considering Public-Private funding for the NHS. Ministers will be making a final decision in the autumn budget about whether to use this funding approach which was put on pause eight years ago. Ms. Grant said even the Tories knew this was […]
By Paul Higgins An Armagh man accused of attempted murder shouted “trick or treat” before throwing a lit petrol bomb “directly towards two people” in a busy pub, a court heard today (Wed.) Newry Magistrates Court also heard that while those victims have been left severely burned, 38-year-old John Patrick Nixon calmly walked out of […]
Detectives investigating an arson attack on a car in the Castlewellan Road area of Banbridge on Tuesday 19th August, have arrested a 27 year old man on suspicion of arson. The man was arrested in the Banbridge area this afternoon (Wednesday 20th August) and currently remains in custody. Detectives continue to appeal to anyone who may have […]
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