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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Police Appeal Following Silverbridge Burglary

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Silverbridge in the early hours of Sunday, November 9. Shortly before 2.40am, it was reported that two men had gained entry to a property in the New Road area but are understood to have fled empty-handed, when challenged by one of the occupants. Two men […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Three Arrested as Weapons Used In Assault

Police investigating an assault and linked reports in the Camlough Road and Patrick Street area of Newry on Friday evening, 7th November have made three arrests. Inspector Moore said: “We believe weapons were used during this assault at approximately 7.15pm. One man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries. “Two men aged 31 […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 8/11/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER 2025 Fona CAB JUNIOR CUP ROUND 3 – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Cleary Celtic 5 v 1 Carryduff Colts at Olympic Park Annalong 0 v 3 Newry Celtic at Hillmount Park, Annalong KEHOE CARS (NEWRY) BESSBROOK CUP 2025-26 ROUND 1 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Orchard United 2 v 5 Ballybot United at Newry Showgrounds 4G […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Legacy Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Aidan Mathers Invites Local Community to Newry Launch of Our Martin

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has invited the people of Newry and beyond to attend the local launch of Our Martin — a powerful new book celebrating the life and legacy of Martin McGuinness. The event will take place on Friday, 7th November at 7:00pm in Derrybeg Community Centre, Newry, and promises to be a […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Youths On Scrambler Try to Steal Woman’s Handbag

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has condemned a frightening incident on Martin’s Lane , where a woman was approached by two youths on a scrambler, one of whom tried to steal her handbag. “This was completely unacceptable and I condemn it unreservedly. The woman is understandably shaken. “I have contacted the PSNI and urge anyone […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Stormont Upper Bann

McNulty Calls for Full Public Inquiry Into Cervical Cancer Screening Scandal

On Monday 3rd November, the Assembly considered a motion highlighting the lack of transparency and immense delay in investigating the cervical cancer screening scandal by the Department of Health and the Southern Health and Social Care Trust. SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has echoed the call for a full public inquiry to uncover the […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Grant Concerns With GP Messages on Collective Action

MsGrant said she is concerned that a text she received from Clanrye Medical Practice will lead to confusion and anxiety to certain categories of patients. The message said that Gps are taking collective action against the Department of Health because of their refusal to engage in negotiations with the BMA over contracts which they say […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Legacy Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Cathal King Invites Comrades to Commemorate the Edentubber Martyrs

Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal King has encouraged people from across the area to attend this year’s Edentubber Commemoration on Sunday, 9th November, to honour the memory of the Edentubber Martyrs. Councillor King said: “I am honoured to chair this year’s event. These annual gatherings are a time for reflection, pride, and renewed commitment to the […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane Girls League Goes From Strength to Strength

By Kevin McAteer Girls’ football in Newry is on the rise, following a 2024 partnership between the Irish Football Association (IFA) and FIFA helping to inspire the next generation of female players. The initiative, part of the FIFA League Development Programme, was focused on creating sustainable opportunities and inclusive pathways for young girls to take part in the […]

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

Southern Trust Apologises for Cervical Screening Scandal

The Southern Trust (SHSCT) and the Public Health Agency (PHA) have published three new reports* on cervical screening. The reports, which are available on both organisations’ websites, provide important independent analysis of the complex issues relating to the historical delivery of the cervical screening programme in the SHSCT from 2008 to 2021. Dr Stephen Austin, […]

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Community Infrastructure

Young Voices to Help Shape the Future of Public Transport at Translink Youth Conference

Translink, in partnership with The Bytes Project, has announced the upcoming Translink Youth Conference, which will bring together young people from across Northern Ireland to discuss, debate, and share their ideas on public transport. The conference, which will take place at Ulster University’s Belfast Campus on Saturday 15th November, is part of Translink’s ongoing commitment […]

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Community Constituency Housing Newry Newry and Armagh

House Prices In Newry, Mourne and Down Rise by 8.1%

PropertyPal Northern Ireland Housing Market Update Q3 2025 Northern Ireland’s housing market remained robust through the third quarter of 2025, with growth in both prices and sales volumes compared to long-term trends, according to PropertyPal’s latest report. House prices in Newry, Mourne and Down grew by 8.1% in the year (vs Q3 2024), with the […]