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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh

Armagh: Two Dead Following Killylea Road Collision

The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that two men have sadly died following a two vehicle road traffic collision on the Killylea Road outside Killylea, County Armagh. Inspector Cherith Adair, from the Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Police received a report shortly before 12:45pm yesterday, Friday 27th December, of a collision involving a dark […]

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Kimmins Welcomes Pay Deal For Health Workers

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed an agreement on fair pay for health workers. The party’s health spokesperson said: “I welcome today’s agreement on fair pay for health workers between the health minister and trade unions. “These workers are the backbone of our health and social care system and it is absolutely right that […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Lurgan: Report of Burglary In Sunningdale Area

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a burglary in the Sunningdale area of Lurgan on Friday 20th December. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “It was reported that entry into a house in the area was gained via the back door, sometime before 8.20pm on Thursday 19th December. “After rummaging through the house, the suspects later […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Westminster

Newry & Armagh MP Dáire Hughes Christmas Greetings to All

By Daire Hughes I wish everyone in Newry and Armagh a merry Christmas and a happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year.  Christmas presents a great opportunity for people to take a break and to catch up with friends and family. I would encourage everyone to maximise this opportunity – enjoy yourselves, bí ag ol agus bí ag ceol!  The last six months serving as […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh

Armagh: Appeal Following Burglary In City

Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a burglary in Armagh city on Friday 20th December. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “Officers received a report of a burglary in the Altavallen Park area, which occurred sometime on Wednesday 18th December, whilst the resident was not present. “The front door of the house was forced open and […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh Upper Bann

Fun Story Books to Support With Children’s Speech Therapy!

The Southern Trust and  Luca’s Voice Charity have teamed up to launch two new books for children with severe speech sound disorders. Developed by Nichola McDonald from the charity, in partnership with the Community Paediatric Speech and Language Therapy team, the books, “Luca’s Speechie Squad and the search for the Squabble Lever” and “p”, “b”, […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Bessbrook: Shot Fired at House In Dobsons Way

Detectives in Newry are investigating a report of a shot fired at the front door of a house at Dobson’s Way, Bessbrook, in the early hours of Thursday 19th December.  It is believed at this stage that the incident occurred at around 4am on Thursday morning. Officers responded, and enquiries identified damage to the front […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Police Investigating Arson of Silver Volkswagen Golf

Police are investigating an Arson of a silver Volkswagen Golf within the vicinity of Carriff Vale, Newry on Thursday 28th November 2024 at approximately 0400 hours. We are appealing for anyone who may have CCTV, dash cam footage or was with the vicinity and has any information that may assist to contact Police on 101 […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Newry: £40m Civic Centre and Theatre Approved

By Donal McMahon A “transformational” £40m double investment in Newry city centre has been approved. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s (NMDDC) new £17m civic centre and £23m theatre and conference centre were signed off by the planning committee on Wednesday (Dec 18). The local authority faced almost 2,600 objections to the building of its […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Dominic McGrath

We regret to inform you of the passing away of the late Dominic McGrath RIP,25 Iveagh Crescent,The Meadow,Newry,Co Down McGrath (Newry) Dominic RIP, died suddenly, 17th December 2024. Beloved son of Tina and the late Dominic RIP, dearest brother of the late Clare RIP, a cherished nephew, cousin and friend. Funeral arrangements will be confirmed […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Man In 30s Dies Following Bus Incident

Police can confirm that a man in his 30s has died following a one vehicle road traffic collision at the Mall area of Newry on Tuesday 17th December Inspector Cherith Adair of the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “At around 4:30pm, it was reported that a bus was involved in the […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newcastle South Down

Newcastle: Witnesses Sought Following RTC

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a road traffic collision in Newcastle. Sergeant Todd said: “We received a report at approximately 12.45pm on Tuesday, 17th December that a woman was involved in a collision with a car in the Donard Street area of the town. “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland […]