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Newry City Park Integrated Consultancy Team Appointed

Newry City Park plans have taken a significant step forward with the appointment of an Integrated Consultancy Team. Tetra Tech has been appointed by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, and as the Integrated Consultancy Team their role will be to take the project through detailed design, planning approval, contractor appointment and delivery on site […]

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Business Climate Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Council Wants Local Business to Pay Back Flood Grant Money

A Newry business who has been closed for more than five months due to flood damage has been asked to repay the £7,500 flooding grant given to her by Newry, Mourne and Down District council. Loretta Gallagher’s textile business operates on the first floor of a building at Sugar House Quay. She told UTV that […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Burglary at House In Castlekeele Newry

Police Newry, Mourne & Down are appealing for information and witnesses following an overnight burglary at a house in Newry. Officers received a report on Monday, 18th March around 1.30am that a house in the Castlekeele area had been ransacked. Entry was gained by smashing a glass patio door to the back of the house. […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Swimming Pool Closed for 6 Months as Major Works Begin

A major programme of works at the Swimming Pool at Newry Leisure Centre was agreed at a meeting of the Council’s Active and Healthy Communities Committee on Tuesday 19 March. Essential works to address issues relating to the hydraulic system of the pool’s moving floor and the replacement of pool tiles will now commence. The […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Local Man Will Run Belfast Marathon To Raise Funds For Cuan Mhuire (Sr Consilios)

On the 29th June 1984 Kerry born Sisters of Mercy Nun, Sr Consilio Fitzgerald opened Cuan Mhuire Addiction Centre in Northern Ireland  on the Armagh Road in Newry.  In the forty years since the Cuan Mhuire Centre in Newry, has supported individuals and their families through the turmoil of addiction. Sr Consilio and her committed […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Arts Festival Returns Bigger and Better in 2024

Newry Arts Festival, now in its third year, specialises in bringing an array of renowned acts, original work and innovating talks to the city of Newry.  This year’s festival will run over Easter week between 1-7 April, offering a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity through a programme of exhibitions, comedy, music and drama in […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Sandwich Chefs In Running for UK Sandwich & Food to Go Designer of the Year

Two sandwich chefs from Newry-headquartered Around Noon are in the running for UK Sandwich & Food to Go Designer of the Year. They will go up against chefs from across the UK in the competition which is a highlight of The Sandwich & Food to Go Awards – also known as The Sammies – an […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Two Police Officers Escape Serious Injury After Vehicle Rammed In South Armagh

Two police officers have escaped serious injury after their patrol vehicle was rammed in south Armagh. Inspector Macdonald said: “At approximately 3.15pm on Friday, 15th March officers were in the Chapel View area of Crossmaglen when they were alerted to a suspicious vehicle, a black BMW X5. “The vehicle was observed in a nearby carpark […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Appeal Following Burglary at Cherrywood Grove In Newry

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following an overnight burglary at a house in Newry. Inspector Campbell said: “Officers received a report shortly before 8.25pm on Saturday, 16th March that a property had been entered in the Cherrywood Grove area of the city. “We believe the break in occurred sometime between 7.15pm and 7.45pm […]

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Newry Easter Commemoration Committee Launches Newry Easter Lily campaign

The local Easter Commemoration committee Has officially launched the annual Easter Lily campaign and announced this year’s commemorative events in Newry. Speaking at the launch John Stewart said: “Tonight we  held the launch for our annual Easter Lily campaign.  “Every year, Republicans across Ireland and internationally will come together to remember all those who have played […]

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St Patrick’s Day Plans Outlined for Newry and Downpatrick

On Sunday 17 March, St Patrick’s Day in Newry and Downpatrick promises to be the perfect blend of tradition, culture, and family-friendly activities, ensuring a memorable experience for locals and tourists alike. Talking about this year’s festival, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte said, “This a significant time for Newry, Mourne […]

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Community Constituency International Newry Newry and Armagh

Bus From Newry to Palestine March From QUB to US Consulate

A bus from Newry will head up to Belfast to attend the Shamrocks For Palestine march from QUB to the US Consulate. The bus will leave at 11am from the Stone Bridge bus stop at Trevor Hill by Sugar Island and return after the march has completed. Tickets cost £10 each, and we request people reserve seats […]