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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Saoradh Anger at PSNI “Fun Day” In Barcroft

In the past few days residents of a Newry housing estate have approached the Republican party Saoradh with grave concerns about the involvement of the PSNI in a community based fun day which took part in the Barcroft estate. A representative of Saoradh said: “A PSNI vehicle and armed personnel complete with guns were present […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Have You Been Bereaved Due to a Palliative Condition?

Southern Area Hospice’s free Bereavement Journey programme could be suitable for you Southern Area Hospice’s (SAH) seven-week Bereavement Journey programme will begin on 17th September 2024. The Bereavement Journey programme is open to all residents of the SHSCT area, including the main towns of Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon, Dungannon, Portadown, Newry and the Mourne area. The […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Pat Takes On Great North Run Half Marathon For CRY  ‘With A Little Help From His Friends’

Well known Camlough man  Pat McGinn will be participating in the world renowned Great North Run Half Marathon to raise monies for the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY Ireland).  The Half marathon takes place in Newcastle England on Sunday 8th September.  Pat explained  “Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is a charity set up […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Iúr Cinn Fleadh to Fill Newry With Bikes and Beats

How about stopping all motorised traffic in the heart of your town or city and giving total fun and freedom to cyclists – complete with a dance music soundtrack? It sounds like a dream – and it will come true for Newry – when countless cyclists reclaim the roads at Bikes And Beats On The […]

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Climate Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government NMD Council South Down

We Must Preserve Our Natural World For Future Generations, says McMurray

Alliance South Down MLA Andrew McMurray has commended the work done by the local National Trust, and reaffirmed his commitment to preserving and regenerating South Down’s natural environment. He spoke following a meeting with Victoria Magreehan and Patrick Lynch at Thomas’ Quarry, Slieve Donard. Mr McMurray has said: “It was great to have the opportunity […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Witness Appeal Following Serious Two-Vehicle RTC In Lurgan

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a serious two-vehicle road traffic collision in Lurgan. Inspector Campbell said: “A report was received at approximately 3.30pm on Thursday, 15th August of a collision involving a Suzuki scrambler and Audi A3 Sport TDI at a roundabout in the Lake Street area. “Officers attended, alongside colleagues from […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

Letters: Stooping To Their Level

By Stephen Murney The following has been penned by Saoradh’s National Chairperson Stephen Murney in response to comments made by the SDLP leader Colum Eastwood following recent events in Derry. I read, watched and listened with interest to the SDLP leader Colum Eastwood as he referenced “child abuse” in regards to young people involved in […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Saoradh Remove Racist Material from Daisy Hill Hospital

The Revolutionary Republican Party Saoradh has removed disgusting racist material that was displayed inside Daisy Hill Hospital this morning [August 8th]. A party member was standing in the lift when he noticed a racist display on the wall. Disturblingly several members of medical staff of various nationalities were in the lift at the same time […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government Lurgan Politics Stormont Upper Bann

Resourcing PSNI Is Not An ‘Operational Issue’ – UUP

In 2023 the Police Service of Northern Ireland was in crisis because its rank and file, along with senior officers, had lost confidence in their Chief Constable. That was addressed with a replacement Chief Constable in the form of Jon Boucher, a straight-talking and, dare I say it, charismatic policeman. There was also considerable concern […]

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Albert Basin Park Campaigns Community Constituency Council Government Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Have Your Say at Public Consultation Event Organised for Newry City Park

Newry Leisure Centre will host a pre-application public consultation event for the Newry City Park project on Thursday 29 August between 3pm and 9pm. Hosted by Tetra Tech Consulting (NI), the event will provide an opportunity to talk to the designers and ask questions about the project. A comment box facility will also be provided. […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Fluid Thrown Over Man During Violent Petrol Bomb Attack In Newry

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a petrol bomb incident which occurred at the Helen’s Terrace area of Newry on Tuesday 13th August. Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Shortly after 00:20am, it was reported to police that three men approached a white BMW car parked in the area. It was reported that one […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Stormont Upper Bann

O’Dowd Meets Road Safe NI

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has met the chairman of Road Safe NI Charity, David Jackson. Road Safe NI is a voluntary organisation that promotes safety on the roads, reaching out to local communities and vulnerable road users through its network of local committees. Minister O’Dowd said: “Sadly, 38 people have lost their lives on our roads […]