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Economy Minister Conor Murphy launched a consultation on proposals to strengthen employment rights legislation which will help deliver his good jobs agenda. One of the key objectives in the Department’s economic vision is to increase the number of working age people in Good Jobs. The consultation covers a wide range of possible enhancements to employment […]
Councillor Declan Murphy has warned householders in the Hillcrest and Millvale area to be alert to suspicious activity after a theft at a home in the area. The local Councillor said, “Earlier today (Monday) thieves broke into a home in the Hillcrest Estate area and also stole the homeowners Navy Blue Audi A3 Vehicle. I […]
AbbeyAutoline has announced the acquisition of Lisnaskea-based Martin Carey Insurance’s customer book of business. This deal is part of AbbeyAutoline’s ambitious growth strategy aimed at strengthening its position as Northern Ireland’s largest insurance broker and enhancing its commercial insurance portfolio. Since its launch in 2020, following the integration of Abbey Insurance and Autoline, AbbeyAutoline has also […]
Sinn Féin’s Dáire Hughes is advising livestock owners to be aware of changes to the prefix code on livestock tags here in the north for cattle, sheep and goats, required under EU animal health law. The Newry Armagh candidate said: “The use of ‘XI’ prefix codes on livestock will become mandatory in January 2025. The […]
NMD Council Chairperson Pete Byrne has helped launch a new advertising campaign aimed at encouraging local small businesses to give trading at Newry Variety Market a try, whether they are experienced traders, first-timers or budding entrepreneurs who would like to sell their produce, creations or stock to new customers. Newry Variety Market, organised by the […]
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of an aggravated burglary at a house in Armagh on Friday night, 28th June. Around 11.30pm, a report was received that three men made their way into the Orangefield Close address by the front door without permission. Two of the men swung hammers at two men in […]
Newry Chamber President, Edwina Flynn and CEO, Michael Savage held an engaging meeting with NIE Networks this week to discuss the challenges and costs faced by businesses who want to expand and invest in the Greater Newry Area. They met with Derek Hynes, Managing Director of NIE Networks and Edel Creery, Head of Communication & Stakeholder […]
The annual South Armagh Volunteers Commemoration will take place on Saturday 6th July at 6pm. All are welcome to attend. The Assemble point is Mullaghbawn Community Centre. This annual commemoration remembers all those local volunteers who died during the most recent phase of the struggle for Irish freedom and is focussed on offering ongoing solidarity and support to their […]
Craobh Rua Camlocha Hurling Club attended the recent Cuan Mhuire 40th Anniversary celebrations and presented the Addiction Charity, founded by Kerry nun Sr Consilio Fitzgerald, with a cheque from their recent Spinathon fundraiser. Niall McGinn Treasurer of the hurling club speaking at the cheque presentation said, “Craobh Rua Camlocha has for quite some years now […]
By Columba O’Hare Businesses in Newry received practical tips and support to help safeguard them and their finances from scams at a free fraud awareness event organised by Bank of Ireland and the Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade. The event, held at Newry Conference and Banqueting Centre, focussed on educating consumers on new and […]
Speaking at Cuan Mhuire Newry 40th Celebrations, First Minister Michelle O Neill addressing the Directors, staff and volunteers present said “A great day marking 40 years of the Cuan Mhuire addiction treatment and rehabilitation centre in Newry, with the launch of new state-of-the-art apartments for those in need. The founders, volunteers, and staff deserve the […]
“A refuge and a safe harbour for people struggling with addiction” is how Cuan Mhuire has been described by SDLP MLA Justin McNulty on its 40th anniversary. Speaking at the celebration of 40 years of support, Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “Founded on 29th June 1984 by Sister Consilio, Cuan Mhuire has helped […]
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