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Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has said more must be done to cut childcare costs for families and remove barriers to employment. Speaking from Washington today the party’s economy spokesperson renewed calls for a restored Executive to support families with childcare. Conor Murphy said: “Childcare is a huge issue for workers and families and can […]
Any notion that US imperialist President Joe Biden will visit the Newry area as part of his excursion to occupied Ireland will be vigorously opposed according to the Revolutionary Republican Party Saoradh. The announcement came after the SDLP Council chair has written to the White House inviting the warmonger to the area claiming that he […]
SDLP Cusher Representative Emmajayne McKernan has called for lights along the roadside at Ballymacnab Chapel, saying ‘the area is extremely dangerous’. Mrs McKernan said, “The need for roadside lighting at Ballymacnab Chapel has been a long running issue and its about time it is finally resolved by the Department of Infrastructure. “In the dark evenings, […]
SDLP Health Spokesperson Colin McGrath has said he is alarmed at the dire financial situation facing the health service. He was speaking after attending a Department of Health briefing on Wednesday where significant financial challenges facing the department were outlined. Measures under consideration to raise funds include continuing to charge for car parking at hospitals […]
Millar (Burren) 15th March 2023, peacefully at Brooklands Care Home, Kilkeel, James Joseph (Jimmy) dearly loved husband of Brenda and loving father of Jacqueline, Terry, Bernie, Brenda, Maria and the late Thomas, father-in-law of Paul, Glen and Martin, much loved granda and great granda and beloved brother of Peggy, Teresa, Bronagh, Agnes, Noel and the […]
Daisy Hill is the first hospital in Northern Ireland and on the island of Ireland to take part in a research trial aimed at improving the quality of life for adults with kidney disease. The Southern Health and Social Care Trust’s Renal Unit in the Newry hospital is participating in the Nightlife study; a clinical […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage met with representatives from two local charities Aware NI and Samaritans recently to discuss the vital work they do to support the mental health and wellbeing of residents. Aware NI provides support, education and information to those people affected by depression, bipolar disorder and mood […]
Upper Bann Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has secured a commitment from the Department for Infrastructure that a resurfacing of Dromore Road, Banbridge, will be undertaken in the forthcoming financial year. Welcoming the news, the DUP representative said: “This road is in urgent need of resurfacing. On a regular basis my office is contacted by […]
Construction has started on the new £28million Shimna Integrated College in Newcastle. The project represents an investment of over £28million from the Fresh Start Programme and when completed, will provide accommodation for 620 pupils. Dr Mark Browne, Permanent Secretary at the Department of Education said: “This is an important day for Shimna Integrated College as […]
Local DUP Member of Parliament Carla Lockhart has paid a glowing tribute to the team behind Portadown Heritage Tours, following their week long exhibition showcasing the role of Portadown in the ‘Great War’. Speaking after attending the exhibition, Carla Lockhart said: “The Portadown area has a rich heritage, and the role played by the community […]
Eamon Rooney (38) of Ballydock Road, Ardglass, skipper of fishing vessel Rebena Belle N313 was convicted at Downpatrick Magistrates’ Court on the 27th of February 2023 for failing to submit electronic logbook data on three separate fishing trips. Mr Rooney admitted to three charges of contravening Article 14 of Council Regulation 1224/2009. Mr Rooney was […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed a commitment from DFI to install a number of measures to improve road safety at Killean primary school. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Improving road safety at Killean primary school has been a priority for Sinn Féin and we have worked closely with the school and local […]
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