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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Concerns After Two Suspicious and Anonymous Calls Were Made to Remove Children From South Armagh School

A  South Armagh school principal has raised  concerns with parents after two suspicious and anonymous calls were made to remove children from St Josephs PS in Meigh on Wednesday morning. A spokesperson for the PSNI spoke to Clanrye News and Sport: “Police received a report of two suspicious phone calls made to a school in the Killeavy […]

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Find the Perfect Holy Communion Dress at Alexandria’s Baby Boutique: Unveiling Grace and Style for Your Special Day

It’s that time of the year again, when little princesses begin preparing for their Holy Communion! At Alexandria’s Baby Boutique, we are excited to offer a stunning selection of Holy Communion dresses that cater to every style and budget.  From classic designs to the sophistication of elegant dresses, we have something to suit everyone. Our […]

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

Shared Island Civic Society Fund Brings Geopark Communities Together

Mourne Gullion Strangford Global Geopark (GGP) has hosted representatives from the Joyce Country and Western Lakes aspiring Global Geopark (aGGP), located on the West Coast of Ireland. On 17 and 18 October, community representatives from the Joyce Country and Western Lakes aGGP travelled to meet their counterparts in Mourne Gullion Strangford in an exchange visit […]

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

Newry, Mourne and Down Gets Into the Fright

From haunted tours to ghostly storytelling, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Halloween across Newry, Mourne and Down. Residents will have their pick of spooktacular Halloween events happening in all corners of our newly designated UNESCO Geopark, organised by both the Council and local community organisations. The hottest event of the season, Footsteps in […]

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

King Urges People to Stand In Solidarity With People of Palestine

Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has urged the people of Newry and South Armagh to come together in support of the people of Palestine in the face of the latest onslaught from the Israeli Military. The Newry City councillor said: “Tomorrow night, Tuesday 24th October, we will be taking part in a vigil to show […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Win a Kia Picanto In the Southern Area Hospice Draw

Time is running out to get your tickets for the “Win a Kia Picanto” car raffle. By participating in the car raffle, you’re extending your support to the Southern Area Hospice and the invaluable services we provide to our local patients and their families.  Many people are not aware that Southern Area Hospice Services is […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Boy Arrested After Firework Explodes In Girl’s Blazer

Police in Newry are warning of the potential dangers of fireworks following an incident yesterday where a girl escaped injury after a firework was placed in her school blazer pocket. Neighbourhood Inspector Kelly Gibson said: “Yesterday at Newry Bus Station a lit firework was placed in the school blazer of a teenage girl. The firework […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Men Charged for Burglary at Damolly Retail Park

Police investigating a burglary at the Damolly Retail Park in Newry in the early hours of Friday 20th October have charged two men to court. Both men, aged 25 and 26 years, have been charged with burglary. The 26-year-old man has also been charged with a number of additional offences including three counts of theft. […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Appeal Following Derrybeg Burglary

Detectives in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses following a burglary in the Derrybeg area of the city on Thursday evening, 19th October. Detective Sergeant Dougherty said: “Police received a report shortly after 9pm of a break in at a house in the Fifth Avenue area. “A man was inside the house at around […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

£500,000 Cigarettes and Tobacco Seized In Newry

A 59-year-old man has been arrested following the seizure of 500,000 cigarettes and tobacco by customs officials and police. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), supported by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), seized cigarettes and tobacco – worth an estimated £250,000 in duty and taxes. HMRC officers searched premises in Newry on Tuesday 17 […]

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Local Dietitians Recognised at Advancing Healthcare Awards

Southern Health and Social Care Trust dietitians have scooped an award for their leadership after introducing a new service regionally which has helped to reduce pressure on outpatient waiting lists. At the Advancing Healthcare Awards on Thursday 12 October, the Outstanding Leadership award was won by a joint dietitian led project for dietetic contributions to […]

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Community Constituency Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Camlough Man Chosen To Represent Ireland  At New York City Marathon Parade Of Nations

A county Armagh man  has been chosen as an Irish delegate for the New York City Marathon Opening Ceremony.  The TCS New York City Marathon Opening Ceremony Presented by United Airlines starts off race weekend the first weekend in November  with a celebration at the finish line in Grand Central Park. It features the Parade of […]