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Local MP Carla Lockhart has thanked those who attended her Mobile Advice Surgery in Killicomaine and Birches on Friday. Despite the rather inclement weather, a good number of constituents called in to raise issues and engage with their Member of Parliament. Speaking afterwards, Carla said: “Since I entered elected politics, I have always enjoyed being […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has been operating artisan markets for several years with established markets taking place monthly in Downpatrick, Warrenpoint and Newcastle. Following successful pilots, the Council has now utilised the existing market space in John Mitchell Place and has established a monthly artisan market in Newry City, which takes place on […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has called on the DUP Education Minister to extend the Engage II programme for schools. The Newry and Armagh said: ”The Engage programmes were designed to address the impact that the pandemic has had on children and young people’s education. ”Funding from the scheme provides for additional teaching jobs […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has congratulated Magheralin Parish and St Saviours Dollingstown for hosting a fantastic community fun day on Saturday. Well over one thousand people attended the event and commenting after visiting, Carla Lockhart said: “Over recent weeks communities across Upper Bann have been coming together for a range of fun days, afternoon […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has called on the British government to listen to workers and act on the soaring cost of living. The Newry and Armagh MP said: “For months the cost of living has been on a steep upward trajectory, inflation is now predicted to hit 11% over the next couple of months […]
The school uniform grant will be increased by 20% to help support low income families, Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has announced. The grant is designed to assist families in need with a contribution towards the cost of purchasing school uniforms. Announcing the additional £1.04 million investment, the Minister said: “The cost of purchasing school uniforms […]
Rowallane DUP Councillor William Walker has not attended a council meeting since February whilst continuing to claim a council wage. Clanrye News and Sport can reveal via a freedom of information request that the elected representative last attended a council meeting on the 21st of February 2022. Mr Walker came under fire recently when a […]
If you are out and about in Salterstown and are one of those people who brave the elements and enjoy sea swimming then you will have noticed two bright orange safety additions bobbing in the water. To mark National Water Safety Awareness Week (13th – 19th June) Sinn Féin Councillor Pearse McGeough assisted by Cllr […]
A Newry based funeral directors took to social media to express their disappointment and devastation following a video containing allegedly one of their staff members going viral. The video shows a man allegedly driving whilst using a mobile phone with a coffin in the rear of the vehicle. A spokesperson for the PSNI said: “Police […]
Free School Meals / School Uniform / Physical Education Clothing applications for 2022/23 school year can now be made online by clicking the link below. The process has changed for 2022/23 and you are now required to register and create an account before applying. Please check your details carefully before you submit. The application must be […]
The annual vintage car show at Kilbroney is back after a two year hiatus due to Covid with very high expectations to be extremely busy this year. Newry Lions Club and the Kilbroney Vintage Show Committee invite you to take part in the Kilbroney Vintage Show on Saturday 18th June 2022 The Kilbroney Show has […]
An innovative food and drink event showcasing local producers will be making a welcome return to Newry Market on Friday 24th June 2022 (6pm – 10pm). “Street Feast” has been created by Camlough based chef Melissa McCabe to bring together people in a relaxed environment to celebrate good food, sourced locally. Melissa has travelled extensively, […]
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