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

McNulty: Translink Fare Freeze Does Not Go Far Enough

SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has said a decision to freeze Translink fares does not go far enough. The Infrastructure Minister has announced a fare freeze for this year. Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “This is an unambitious move from the Minister at a time when we are seeing a huge […]

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

Kimmins Freezes Translink Fares For Second Consecutive Year

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has confirmed that Translink fares will remain unchanged for a second year in a row, despite significant financial pressures across the public transport system. The decision comes at a time when households are facing rising fuel and living costs and when public transport continues to play a vital role in helping […]

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

British Government Must Offer More Support For Fuel Crisis – Hughes

Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has said the British government must do more to help those affected by the rising fuel crisis. The Newry and Armagh MP was commenting as Sinn Féin MPs supported a letter to the British Prime Minister which outlines a call for temporary immediate reduction in costs of fuel here in […]

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Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh

Students Go Head-to-Head for Place In Generation Chef Showdown

Hospitality and Professional Cookery students from Southern Regional College (SRC) have secured their place in the 2026 Generation Chef grand final following an impressive performance at the College’s Newry campus. Two student teams competed in a high-pressure challenge heat at the end of March with culinary skills in the kitchen and front of house service […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Contractor Wins Health and Safety Award

The Housing Executive welcomed over 200 attendees to its largest ever annual Contractor Health & Safety Awareness event at the Dunsilly Hotel, Antrim on 26 March 2026. Construction and maintenance partners from across Northern Ireland gathered to hear from leading industry experts and take part in discussions aimed at enhancing safety standards across all areas […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Glenanne Community Association Scoops Housing Executive Rural Award

Glenanne Community Association in County Armagh has secured £1,000 prize as part of this year’s Housing Executive’s Rural Community Awards. Situated in the hinterland of Armagh, this project is dedicated to combining environmental education, practical action and inclusive participation to create a greener, more sustainable Glenanne — a village that cares for its environment and future generations. […]

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

Former Council Chair Roisin Mulgrew Joins Aontú

Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín TD has expressed his delight in officially welcoming former Newry, Mourne and Down Council Chairperson Roisin Mulgrew to the party. An Teachta Tóibín confirmed today that Ms. Mulgrew has joined the Aontú movement and will contest the upcoming election in the North of  Ireland, offering a principled, common-sense alternative for the […]

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The Lord Mayor’s Cracking Easter Trail and Fun Day

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us today (Thursday 02 April) for the Lord Mayor’s cracking Easter Trail and Fun Day! Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Alderman Stephen Moutray, the fun-filled event saw Tannaghmore Gardens buzzing with little ones enjoying the Easter egg trail, bouncy castle, face […]

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Grant Slams Council Hamper Gifts Costing Over £10,000

Ms Grant has called the actions of the Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Council irresponsible and inappropriate in giving Christmas hampers to the great, the good, and those in highly paid employment across Northern Ireland and further afield. Councillors were unaware of these gifts costing the council over £10,000 and no one knows who made the […]

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Community Constituency Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport

Forkhill Athlete Rosie Tennyson Shortlisted for Prestigious Women’s Sports Award

Rosie Tennyson from Forkhill, South Armagh, has been named as a finalist in the Sportswoman with a Disability of the Year category at the upcoming Local Women’s Sports Awards. The awards, sponsored by the Shandon Hotel & Resort, celebrate outstanding achievements by female athletes across the region. Rosie’s nomination recognises her remarkable resilience, dedication and […]

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Armagh Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Stormont

McNulty Tells Trust Board Maternity Services at Daisy Hill Must be Fully Supported

SDLP Justin McNulty MLA spoke in a 26 March 2026 Southern Health and Social Care Trust Board meeting about the importance of maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital. With the context of the birth rates here being higher in the Southern Trust than anywhere else in the North, Mr McNulty highlighted the urgent need for […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Playr-Fit Supports Next Generation of Athletes Through Elite AthleteScholarship Programme

Playr-Fit is proud to congratulate this year’s St Louis Grammar School Elite Athlete Scholarship recipients, Sarah Gorman and Cian Doyle, recognising their outstanding commitment and achievement in their respective sports. The Elite Athlete Scholarship Programme is available to two pupils in each school partnered with Playr-Fit. As part of the initiative, Playr-Fit establishes a dedicated fund to help […]