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Southern Area Hospice were delighted to meet up with their group of trekkers who completed the ’Trek the Alps’ challenge to reveal the final total raised. Pictured holding the incredible cheque of £205,142.45 are some of our 39 fantastic trekkers. Southern Area Hospice stated “we can’t thank this group enough for raising such unbelievable funds […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage has launched a Christmas Appeal to provide food and essential non-food items products to residents who are most in need this Christmas. For many of us, Christmas is a magical time, but we know for many families across our district it can often cause added […]
Detectives investigating the murder of Mark Lovell in Ardcarn Park, Newry on the evening of Thursday, 1st December have arrested a 28-year-old man today. The man was arrested in the Newry area on suspicion of murder and is currently in custody in Musgrave Serious Crime Suite. Detectives are reiterating their appeal for anyone with information […]
The NIPSA ballot for Industrial Action returned a 92.62% vote for strike action, the NIPSA Health Panel, which represents all branches in Health and Social Care and Health Arms Length bodies has therefore authorised strike action December 12. Strike locations for Monday’s action listed below.
Northern Ireland’s lowest earning households have seen their discretionary income decrease by 46.1% compared to last year (from £45.32 to £24.41), meaning they have less than £25 per week to spend after bills and living expenses. These figures come from the Consumer Council’s latest Northern Ireland Household Expenditure Tracker, which is published on a quarterly basis […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland is offering reassurance to retailers and businesses around Northern Ireland that reducing retail crime will be a priority over the festive period. Police are urging retailers to be vigilant and report crime whenever it takes place. Chief Superintendent Darrin Jones, the Service’s Business Crime lead said: “We understand that […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed a decision by the Supreme Court to uphold the Safe Access Zones Bill passed by the Assembly earlier this year. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The Supreme Court has recognised that Safe Access Zones, and legislation passed by the Assembly, does not breach people’s right to protest. “Patients and their […]
Electric Ireland, the third largest electricity supplier in Northern Ireland, has announced (9 December 2022) it is increasing electricity prices by 23.9% for customers from 1 January 2023. This price increase comes into effect at the same time as the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) rate for electricity changes to a discount of 13.6p/kWh (previously 19.9p/kWh). […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage hosted a reception on Wednesday 7 December 2022 to honour Scór Sinsir 2022 Champions. Councillor Savage paid tribute to the Mullaghabawn CLG All Ireland Instrumental Group Champions; Glasdromain CLG All Ireland Ballad Group Champions and to Donal Morgan, Carrickcruppen GAA All Ireland Recitation Scór Sinsir […]
Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has said that it is incumbent on the Irish Government to set up a nationally representative Citizens’ Assembly to plan and prepare for Irish unity. Councillor Finnegan said; “Tonight the Sinn Féin group on Newry Mourne and Down Council brought a motion forward calling on the Dublin Government to establish […]
Detectives from the Police Service’s Public Protection Branch have arrested a 35 year old man following reports a woman was forced into a car in Bessbrook. It’s understood the 20 year old victim was pulled into the vehicle in the Carrick Vista area and driven away just before 4.15pm yesterday, Thursday 8 December. The car […]
The Department of Health has confirmed it is now in a position to implement health service national pay body recommendations for 2022/23. This is now possible following three key developments: the announcement of a budget for Northern Ireland; the passage of the Northern Ireland (Executive Formation etc) Bill; and publication today of public sector pay […]
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