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Murphy Congratulates New DfE Permanent Secretary

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has welcomed the appointment of Ian Snowden to the position of Permanent Secretary at the Department for the Economy (DfE). Mr Snowden has been interim Permanent Secretary at DfE since late December last year. Following a recruitment competition he was successful in securing the role on a permanent basis. Minister Murphy said: “Ian […]

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Health Minister Refuses to Meet Council on Daisy Hill Concerns

By Donal McMahon The Stormont Health Minister has refused to meet with a council delegation over concerns a Newry hospital will lose its emergency general surgery. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) had approved a motion in February seeking to meet UUP rep Robin Swann following his department’s approval of the Southern Trust’s decision […]

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Social Enterprises Play a Key Role In My Economic Vision – Murphy

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has highlighted the important role social enterprises play in creating a growing economy. Today the Minister was visiting the IncredABLE Café @ South Lake, Craigavon, a social enterprise making a difference to the lives of people with learning/intellectual difficulties and/or autism. The Minister said: “Social Enterprises, such as the IncredABLE Café, have long […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Tables – 6/4/24

PREMIER DIVISION  after games on 6 April 2024   P W D L F A GD Pts Newry Celtic 15 12 3 0 45 16 29 39 Cleary Celtic 11 9 2 0 39 7 32 29 Villa Rovers 15 6 3 6 33 35 -2 21 Camlough Rovers 16 5 4 7 32 32 […]

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Carnbane League Results – 6/4/24

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 6 APRIL 2024 KEHOE CARS (NEWRY)  BESSBROOK CUP 2023-24 REARRANGED QUARTER FINAL  – KICK OFF 2.00 pm Archview United 4  v  7  Cleary Celtic (AET)  at Jennings Park No.1 PREMIER DIVISION  – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Greenfield Park  P   v  P  Villa Rovers at Olympic Park Millburn United 0   v  5  […]

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Man Arrested for Possession of an Offensive Weapon In Newry

Following a report that a man may be in possession of a bladed item, police arrested a man aged in his 20s in the Upper Water Street area of Newry last night, Saturday 6th April. He was taken to Banbridge custody where he was interviewed on suspicion of a number of offences including possession of […]

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Fun For Everyone at Lord Mayor’s Easter Trail!

The weather certainly didn’t dampen the spirits this afternoon (Thursday 28 March) at the Lord Mayor’s Easter Trail and Fun Day! Hosted by Alderman Margaret Tinsley at Tannaghmore Gardens, the cracking event saw hundreds of local children and family members don their wellies and raincoats to enjoy a fantastic afternoon hunting for hidden letters as […]

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Murphy – “Innovation Is Central to Increasing Productivity”

Economy Minister, Conor Murphy has highlighted the importance of innovation in driving higher productivity. The Minister was speaking today as he met with representatives from Innovate NI, and with local businesses who have received their support. Innovate NI is a Department for the Economy initiative, delivered by Invest Northern Ireland, in partnership with local councils, […]

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Community Constituency Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport

GAA President Launches Hurling Club ‘Spinathon’ Fundraiser

Craobh Rua Camlocha Hurling Club this week launched their fundraising Spinathon which will take place in Camlough village on Saturday 20th April from 8am to 4pm. GAA President Jarlath Burns launched the event. Jarlath, the 41st President of the GAA since 1884 and his family  has had a long involvement with Craobh Rua.  His sons Jarly […]

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Missing Person Appeal – Laoise McDonnell

Missing Person Appeal Police are appealing for information which may assist in locating missing person, Laoise McDonnell. Laoise is 29 years old, approximately 5ft 5, and may be wearing a green hoody, full length body warmer, and black leggings. Laoise was last seen within the vicinity of Bridge Street, Newry on Wednesday 27th March 2024, […]

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Time to Grasp All-Island Economic Opportunities – Murphy

Economy Minister Conor Murphy was in Dublin today where he discussed his economic vision and intention to grasp all-island economic opportunities. Minister Murphy held meetings with Catherine Martin, Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and Neale Richmond, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.  The Minister also met […]

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NMD Labour Market Partnership Have Hosted an Event Profiling Career Opportunities In Hospitality & Tourism

Newry Mourne Down Labour Market Partnership hosted a special event in Warrenpoint last week focusing on the Hospitality & Tourism sector. Funded by the Department for Communities, Labour Market Partnerships create targeted employment action plans for council areas, allowing for collaboration at local and regional level to support people towards and into work. The session, […]