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Detectives investigating an arson attack on a car in the Castlewellan Road area of Banbridge on Tuesday 19th August, have arrested a 27 year old man on suspicion of arson. The man was arrested in the Banbridge area this afternoon (Wednesday 20th August) and currently remains in custody. Detectives continue to appeal to anyone who may have […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins announced the project, with work due to begin on Wednesday 27 August 2025. “This is welcome news for the people of Crossmaglen and south Armagh,” said the Newry and Armagh MLA. “Minister Kimmins is working to improve our road network across the north, making it safer for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. […]
Detectives investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in Jonesborough have named the deceased and made two arrests. James O’Connor, who was 42 years old, sustained serious head injuries in the Edenappa Road area of the town on Saturday 31 May. He sadly passed away in hospital on 5 June. Two men, aged […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has raised serious concerns about growing pressures on domiciliary care services across the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, calling on the Department of Health to take urgent action. “My office has been inundated with calls from constituents who cannot access care packages for themselves or their family members,” the […]
Sinn Féin MLA Aoife Finnegan has said protecting our environment and addressing the challenges facing Lough Neagh must continue to be a priority for the Executive. The party’s environment spokesperson was speaking in response to the recurrence of blue-green algae on the lough “The presence of blue-green algae on the lough and in our waterways […]
Police have charged a 20-year-old man with shining or directing a laser beam towards a vehicle, endangering the safety of a vehicle, and shining a light to dazzle or distract a pilot, after a laser beam was reported to have been directed at a police helicopter in the Victoria Street area of Lurgan at around […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has praised the efforts of local man Cearon Finnegan, who hosted a unique and heartfelt fundraiser in Newry last week to raise awareness and funds for Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Cearon, who is living with MND, brought humour and humanity to the event by racing a tortoise in […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has shown her support for local economic development on a visit to Saica Pack in Warrenpoint. Saica Pack is part of the Saica Group providing sustainable solutions for paper and packaging manufacturing as well as waste management and recovery. It employs over 160 people at the Warrenpoint factory. Minister Kimmins said: “I am […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the completed repairs to Martin Lane Play Park, describing it as a long-overdue step in addressing safety concerns raised by both residents and the council. “I’m pleased that the much-needed repairs to Martin Lane Play Park have now been completed, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable space for […]
The boutique luxury vessel Island Sky arrived in Warrenpoint Harbour on Monday 18 August, marking another splendid moment in the town’s growing profile as an exclusive cruise destination. Operated by Noble Caledonia, the ship offers its guests an intimate travel experience, bringing them into the heart of Mourne, Gullion and Strangford to discover its natural […]
Newry SDLP Councillor Killian Feehan has welcomed the establishment of a Newry Canal Regeneration Working Group within Council. The SDLP has been at the forefront of pushing for the regeneration of the Newry Canal, recognising the immense value it could bring to the local economy, tourism, and overall community wellbeing. Councillor Feehan highlighted the importance […]
Tune your guitar, warm up your voice, tighten your bodhrán and rosin your bow – the countdown begins to Newry’s citywide music festival Iúr Cinn Fleadh from 21-25 August. Supported by Newry BID, Newry Mourne and District Council and Narrow Water Events, the five-day fest is made up of nearly 100 shows and activities at […]
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