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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Missing Person Appeal – Philip Porter

Police are reissuing their appeal for information in relation to 46-year-old Philip Porter who was last seen in the Moira area at approximately 2am yesterday morning, Thursday 5th December. Inspector Henderson said: “Philip has recently made reference to traveling to the Mourne Mountains so we would like to refresh this appeal to the area of Newry, […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

McNulty Calls for Equality on Cross-Border Rail Travel

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has raised the stark disparity in rail fares between the North and the Republic at a Stormont debate this week. Mr. McNulty brought a motion calling for Executive Ministers to align rail fares across the island of Ireland. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “I brought this motion to the […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Victim Requires Surgery Following Violent Assault

Police are seeking your assistance regarding the report of a very serious assault that has taken place along the Armagh Road near Hickeys Lane in Newry at approximately 1030 pm on Sunday 1st December. Police do not have any further details as this cowardly attack rendered the victim unconscious for a period of time, subsequently […]

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Albert Basin Park Campaigns Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

City Centre Park Ready To Move To Planning Stage -Mathers

Newry City Councillor Aidan Mathers has said that news the Newry City Centre Park project is now ready to go to the planning stage, is welcome. The Sinn Féin elected representative explained, “The Environmental Agency (NIEA) has completed  out its  investigations and surveys so the project is ready to go to the planning stage early […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Education Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

McNulty: School Uniforms Bill Must Deliver For Families

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has said a new School Uniforms Bill must deliver real change for families. Mr. McNulty was speaking after Education Minister Paul Givan announced that he intends to bring forward legislation with Executive support. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “It is welcome that the eye-watering costs of […]

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

Gender Based Violence Concerns Highlighted At Council – Quinn

The growing concern in relation to gender based violence was highlighted at a recent meeting of Newry Mourne and Down Council. The Council acknowledging what Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Áine Quinn described as the ‘epidemic of gender based violence against women’ agreed to support Councillor Quinn’s motion which will see the Council writing […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Petition Created Following Concerns Over Newry Leisure Facilities

Workers Party Newry and Armagh rep Nicola Grant has created a petition to raise awareness of the disruption of facilities at Newry Leisure Centre. The petition follows discontent on social media about the lack of facilities at Newry Leisure Centre and a protest arranged regarding gym facilities not being repaired. Speaking to Clanrye News and […]

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Police Launch Winter Anti-Drink and Drug Drive Operation For 2024

This festive season, the Police Service of Northern Ireland is warning drivers that just one drink could kill and destroy lives. Chief Superintendent Sam Donaldson, Operational Support Department, warned drivers there is absolutely no excuse for driving with drink or drugs. He said:  “Driving with drink or drugs is a crime and drastically increases the […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Southern Health and Social Care Trust Welcomes 16 New Midwives

The Southern Health and Social Care Trust has welcomed 16 new midwives who are fulfilling their dream “of caring for women and their babies at this significant time in their lives”. They are a welcome addition to the Trust maternity team, who supports women and their families, before, during and after birth, in hospital, community […]

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NI Opticians Find Over 80% of People Experiencing Homelessness to Have Sight Problems

Clinical colleagues from Specsavers have been volunteering at Simon Community sites across Northern Ireland to deliver eye tests and dispense glasses to people experiencing homelessness. The clinics are part of a UK-wide initiative by Specsavers to improve access to eye care for all and remove healthcare barriers. This Homelessness Awareness Week (2nd – 8th December), Specsavers in […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Health Portadown Upper Bann

Coffee Morning Supporting Portadown Social Supermarket

A fundraising coffee morning has been held in Portadown to mark this year’s Homelessness Awareness Week. South Area Housing Executive staff hosted the event alongside Emmanuel Church to provide support for Craigavon Area Food Bank and Social Supermarket. Mark Ingham, the Housing Executive’s Area Manager for the South, said: “We wanted to support the work […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Welcomes Passing of Motion Calling For Improved Regulation For Non-Surgical Cosmetic Treatments

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the passing of her party’s motion in the Assembly on Monday calling for improved regulation for non-surgical cosmetic treatments. The party’s health spokesperson said: “Non-surgical cosmetic treatments, such as botox and dermal fillers, are becoming increasingly popular, and it is important we have the proper regulations in place […]