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Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team, investigating the murder of 74-year-old Michael McConville in the Annaghmare Road area of Crossmaglen on Saturday evening, 15th June, have charged a 67-year-old man with murder. The man is expected to appear before Banbridge Magistrates Court sitting in Newry tomorrow, Thursday 20th June. As is usual […]
SDLP Newry City Councillors Killian Feehan and Doire Finn have hit out at plans by Council to remove free parking from North Street. The SDLP team have strongly challenged the proposal, saying they are at a complete loss to understand why Council would make it more difficult for workers and shoppers in Newry to access […]
Detectives in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to reports of a number of burglaries at properties in the city this morning, Monday 17th June. Detective Sergeant Cole said: “Shortly before 6am, it was reported that entry had been gained to a house in the Armagh Road area, and car keys and […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is excited to announce the launch of this years Be Active Summer Programme for 2024. The fun filled programme is now open for bookings and is designed to provide children and young people with a range of activities and sports to keep them entertained throughout the summer months. The […]
Detectives investigating a shooting in the Rathfriland Road area of Banbridge in April, have made an arrest. Detective Inspector Handley said: “Officers conducted a search at residential premises in the Dromara area of County Down on Wednesday 19th June as part of the ongoing investigation, following a man in his 40’s who was shot in the […]
34 year old Shane Osborne was convicted on 8th February 2024 at Newry Crown Court in relation to two robberies and two burglaries which occurred in Newry between August 2022 and January 2023. He was duly sentenced at the same court today (Wednesday 19th June 2024) and will serve three years in prison and four and a half […]
Kane, Rose (Rose-Marie) – R.I.P. Late of 18 Newtown Road, Cloughoge, Newry and Blackpool. Passed away 5th June 2024. Beloved daughter of Ann and the late Owen Kane and loving sister of Anne, Madeleine, Danny, Geraldine and the late Kathleen – R.I.P. Rose’s remains will be removed from Mc Gennity’s Funeral Home, 18 Forkhill Road, […]
Two beauty businesses in Newry have walked away with trophies from the prestigious NI Beauty Excellence Awards 2024. The two businesses in Newry to scoop up prizes were The Skin Health Clinic for Specialist Salon or Clinic of the Year and New You Dental & Aesthetics Clinic for Cosmetic Dental Practice of the Year. Thirty […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said grassroots soccer clubs in Newry need more investment to ensure children and young people can avail of first-class sports facilities in the area. Speaking after raising the issue in the Assembly directly with the minister, the Newry and Armagh MLA said: “For too long our local grassroots soccer […]
By Donal McMahon Concerns have been raised that new council improvement targets for attendance at Newry swimming pool have not been readjusted despite its closure for an estimated six months. The figures were released this week at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s (NMDDC) strategy, policy and resources committee. The local authority has projected almost […]
Welcoming the delivery of enhanced 4G mobile coverage for parts of South Armagh, Sinn Féin Councillor Áine Quinn has stated that better connectivity is essential for local economic development and improved quality of life. Speaking as enhanced 4G coverage went live, Cllr. Quinn said; “Sinn Féin has lobbied for enhanced mobile and broadband coverage for […]
Newry based Caring Coins has released a new jersey to raise awareness of the popular local charity and also raise some much needed funds. The jersey was created by local business Playr Fit and sponsored by local news website Clanrye News and Sport. Speaking to Clanrye News from Caring Coins Kerri Havern: “Thank you so […]
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