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SDLP Opposition Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath has questioned the Executive’s commitment to delivering improved mental health services. He was speaking after the Executive parties backed an amendment to the SDLP’s Opposition Day motion urging them to make suicide prevention a priority for all government departments. They removed a call to commit to this through their […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has called on Minister John O’Dowd for clarity around proposals that housing developers could be asked to fund water infrastructure upgrades. Housebuilding fell to a 60-year low in 2023 coinciding with a record high 47,000 applicants waiting for social housing. Currently, an estimated 19,000 housing units are affected […]
Final Thirteen are a Northern Irish power trio, with music consisting of energetically infused metal, alternative rock, & indie creating an instantly memorable “m’indie-rock” experience. Consisting of Ax (Lead Vocalist), J.D. (Guitar & Vocals), & Doobes (Drums & Vocals), they have stormed venues across Ireland in the midst of their summer tour with powerful shows that have already engaged a strong fanbase […]
By Donal McMahon A Newry playground named after an IRA hunger striker has been left out of development plans by the local council. A recent active and healthy communities committee was provided with a new four year capital programme for council owned play parks identified for upgrades. The plan does not mention the Raymond McCreesh […]
Arcadian I.T. is pleased to announce the opening of their Christmas Club for the 2024 holiday season. Speaking from their social media: “With the increasing popularity of gaming, we invite you to consult with us for expert advice and innovative ideas. Our professional team is dedicated to tailoring solutions that meet your specific requirements and […]
CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 28 SEPTEMBER 2024 SAT 28 SEPTEMBER – PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballyholland 3 v 4 Camlough Rovers at Jennings Park No.2 Cleary Celtic 1 v 2 Newry Celtic at Olympic Park Millburn United 1 v 3 Ballybot United at Jimmy McAlinden Park Rossowen 1 v 2 Villa Rovers […]
Detectives are appealing for information following the report of an assault at Trevor Hill, Newry, in the early hours of Sunday 29th September. It was reported that two men, both aged in their 20’s, were assaulted by a group of males outside licenced premises in the area, sometime between 12.30am and 1am. Both men were […]
Education Minister Paul Givan MLA helped launch the 2025 NI Primary School Road Safety Quiz. Primary Schools are being invited to enter their local heat of the Northern Ireland Road Safety Quiz 2025. The 11 heats are being held in January and February and two teams from each heat will progress to the NI final which […]
The SDLP’s Justin McNulty has challenged both the Health Minister and the Southern Trust on the decision to divert mothers and babies away from Daisy Hill to Craigavon Area Hospital last weekend. The Newry & Armagh MLA has faced sharp criticism from the Trust and political opponents for his staunch defence of services at Daisy […]
Members of the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council received an update from the Department for Infrastructure regarding road maintenance and improvement works in the council area, for the years 2023/24 and 2024/25. During a meeting on Monday 23 September, Divisional Roads Manager Mr Mark McPeak addressed the council, stating: “Northern Ireland’s road network is our […]
As the annual UK Organ Donation Week (23 to 29 September) gets underway, Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has welcomed Northern Ireland’s growing rate of support for organ donation. In this, the 30th year of the NHS Organ Donor Register, more than a million adults in Northern Ireland – 55% of the population here – have […]
The red carpet was rolled out at the weekend to celebrate the Community Awards 2024, with a glittering ceremony recognising and rewarding some of our incredible community champions. A total of 34 groups and individuals from across the borough were shortlisted for 11 awards. Each received high praise for being a leading example of good […]
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