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

Hope 4 ME and Fibro NI Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service Marked by Council

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage has hosted a reception for Bessbrook based Hope 4 ME and Fibro NI to mark the honour of their Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Every year outstanding examples of volunteering excellence are celebrated through the award. Created in 2002 for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee, Queen’s […]

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Community Crime Dáil Éireann Government Louth

Women in Institutions Were “absolutely failed!” – Ó Murchú

The experience of women and children in institutions in Dundalk was laid before the Dáil last week by Sinn Féin TD Ruairí Ó Murchú. He was speaking during the debate on the second stage of the controversial Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme Bill. He outlined the ‘historic involvement of Louth County Council’ for placing […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Assembly Election is No Solution! – Workers Party

An Assembly election will not resolve the current situation. It will only further polarise the community with both Sinn Fein and the DUP mounting yet another divisive, sectarian and diversionary campaign. There should, of course, be an immediate restoration of devolution, the election of a Speaker and First and Deputy First Ministers, and the return […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down Warrenpoint

Afternoon Tea Dance Brings Elderly Residents Together

To celebrate Positive Ageing Month Crotlieve District Electoral Area, hosted an afternoon tea dance in Warrenpoint Town Hall. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage said, “Positive Ageing Month provides an opportunity for our elderly residents to come together, to try something new, while enjoying the companionship and friendship of others. It […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 29/10/22

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER 2022 PREMIER DIVISION Ballybot United   1   Rossowen   1  at the Barley Field OFF — Cartwheel Utd v Camlough Rov at Jimmy Steen Park  (Round 2 game) Cleary Celtic 2  Greenfield Park  1    at Olympic Park Viilla Rovers 3 Newry Celtic 1  at Jennings Park No One DIVISION ONE Archview […]

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Community Constituency Lurgan Upper Bann

Man Dies Following RTC in Magheralin

Police can confirm that a man has died following a road traffic collision in the Orange Lane area of Magheralin on Sunday morning, 30th October. Road closures in place at the Orange Lane junction of Drumnabreeze Road and the Newforge Road have now been lifted. An investigation is underway and police are appealing to anyone […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry South Down Warrenpoint

Spooktacular Dance Night at No 7 Duke Street

Celebrate Halloween in style at No 7 Duke Street Saturday 29th of October with an array of incredible DJs and fancy dress. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport the organisers said: “We are delighted to announce the return of our second Skylite Dance Festival Halloween Edition Over 15 DJ’s playing across 3 rooms from 3pm […]

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Community Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Legislation Passes to Give Official Recognition to Irish Language

“Today marks a defining moment as legislation passes to give historic official recognition of the Irish language in this State. “After many years of campaigning to guarantee Irish language rights and protections in law, today belongs to the grassroots activists who have delivered Acht Gaeilge. “Resistance to equality and rights has failed. Those Irish speakers […]

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Campaigns Community Cost of Living Daisy Hill Government Health Politics Stormont

Unconscionable to Leave Health System Without Clear Leadership During Severe Winter Ahead – Alliance Party

Alliance Health spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA has said it is unconscionable to leave the health system without clear political leadership over the coming months, after the Minister outlined the severe pressures facing it this winter. Robin Swann said the health and social care system is facing another ‘extremely difficult winter’. Ms Bradshaw said his statement […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure NMD Council South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

Progress on £2.6m Regeneration of Warrenpoint Promenade

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey visited Warrenpoint to view progress on the £2.6m public realm scheme at the Promenade. The investment will deliver a high quality public realm scheme including replacement of footpaths, repairs to the sea wall and replacement street furniture. The Department for Communities provided £1.96million towards the scheme with Newry, Mourne and Down […]

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Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government NMD Council South Down Stormont

Launch of Tender Process for Re-Development of Major Site in Downpatrick

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced the launch of the tender process to redevelop a major site in the Irish Street area of Downpatrick. The site includes the former police station building, adjacent buildings and the Irish Street car park. The aim of the scheme is to create an innovative and inclusive place of the […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Three Men Arrested in Newry Following Major Drug Raid

Newry City Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out a search under warrant in the Newry Area. A large amount of Herbal Cannabis was seized along with LSD and Ecstasy. A large amount of cash was also seized. 3 People have been arrested for several offences and are assisting Police with their inquiries.   We are committed to […]