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Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has welcomed cross-party support endorsing the findings of the 2021-22 all-island joint census report. It found an increase in the island’s population, reaching 7.1 million, the highest since 1851, as well as thousands of workers travelling cross-border for work. The Newry and Armagh MP said: “Censuses help us better understand […]
The Minister for the Economy joined Newry, Mourne and Down District Council at a Local Economic Partnership meeting where the council formally commenced delivery of its Local Economic Partnership Action Plan, becoming the first council in Northern Ireland to do so. The Council’s Local Economic Partnership was formed on 27January 2025. The aim of the […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has praised the work of Finance Minister John O’Dowd in fighting for fairer funding for public services. The Newry and Armagh MLA was speaking following a debate in the Assembly on the Executive’s multi-year budget. “Fifteen years of British government austerity has left our public services and workers on their […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has delivered a festive boost to Lisburn and Newry by introducing an hour’s grace period for people parking in the on-street parking spaces within the Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs). This means people will have up to one hour to return to their cars following the expiry of their paid parking event […]
Today marks the start of the international 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence – a global campaign to raise awareness and encourage action to end violence against women and girls. Running until 10 December, it’s a chance for communities everywhere to stand together and call for change. As part of this, Armagh City, Banbridge […]
As the festive season approaches, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is reinforcing its commitment to local businesses by relaunching its successful ‘Make it Local’ Christmas campaign.Kicking off on 24 November, the campaign coincides with the busy Christmas shopping period and celebrates the unique character, quality and creativity of independent businesses across the district. With […]
Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a burglary at a house in the Glen Macha area of Armagh on Saturday afternoon, 22nd November. Detective Inspector Ryan said: “It was reported at around approximately 11:00pm, homeowners returned to their property to discover it had been burgled. “The rear patio doors were smashed, we […]
CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2025 KEHOE CARS (NEWRY) BESSBROOK CUP 2025-26 ROUND 2 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Archview United 2 v 5 Newry Celtic at Olympic Park Ballybot Utd 3 v 1 Mayobridge at The Barley Field Cartwheel United 1 v 7 Cleary Celtic at Jimmy Steen Park […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the opening of the Newry Christmas Market tomorrow, highlighting the social benefits for families and residents, the economic boost for local businesses and traders, and the positive impact the event will have in bringing the city centre to life. Councillor Harte said: “It is fantastic to see initiatives […]
In a question to the First Minister in Assembly on Monday, November 17th, SDLP Justin McNulty MLA challenged the First Minister’s commitment to all-island healthcare. McNulty recently submitted an Assembly Question to the Executive about if CAR-T, a vital immunotherapy that can kill cancer cells, was discussed in the most recent North South Ministerial Council […]
Shelbourne Motors, the prominent family-owned automotive group based in Portadown, led the field of top winners at the prestigious Northern Ireland Motor Industry Awards this weekend, securing a major hat-trick of awards. The Portadown firm’s success highlights the exceptional talent in the local industry, with Shelbourne Motors claiming three major accolades alongside other successful local […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has said that recent meetings of the North South Inter-Parliamentary Association underline the urgent need to build an integrated All-Ireland national health service that delivers equal access for all citizens, regardless of where they live on the island. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Sinn Féin representatives had constructive engagements […]
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