CLANRYE NEWS 
Two Southern Trust nurses are encouraging women to know the signs of womb cancer and seek advice if they have concerns. As part of Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month this September, Sharon Quinn, Gynaecological Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Kelly Harrison, Gynaecological Oncology Nurse, are highlighting the importance of recognising symptoms early. Womb cancer is the […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has relaunched its cancer exercise referral programme, which will commence at leisure centres in Newry and Downpatrick in September. The 12-week programme – which supports the Council’s healthy living objectives by promoting long-term physical activity and providing structured opportunities for adults living with cancer and beyond – is aligned […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to pilot a new initiative aimed at encouraging people to get more involved in sport and physical activity across the district. The project will focus on increasing participation amongst women and girls, children and young people, those with disabilities, people who live in rural communities and those facing […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the arrival of the luxury mega yacht SeaDream II to Warrenpoint Harbour, further strengthening the district’s reputation as a destination for high-end cruise tourism and maritime visitors. The mega yacht, operated by SeaDream Yacht Club, brought guests from around the world to experience the unique landscapes, heritage […]
The Ulster Unionist Party has selected Dr Kathryn Owen as its candidate for Belfast South and Mid Down in next year’s Assembly election. A former DUP councillor, Dr Owen is a former RAF medic and healthcare professional who now works as a Senior Health Official in public health. Party Leader Jon Burrows said he was […]
This morning TUV Newry and Armagh Assembly candidate Councillor Keith Ratcliffe attended the annual roadside service to mark the 47th anniversary of the Narrow Water massacre. Commenting Councillor Ratcliffe said: “I was honoured to represent my party and the people of Cusher at today’s event. “While 47 years have passed, it is more important than […]
DUP MP Jim Shannon has been charged with common assault of a woman. In a case listed at Newtownards Magistrates Court today (Mon), 71-year-old Richard James Shannon is alleged to have assaulted a female on 1 October 2023. The alleged background has not been opened, but it is understood the complainant is a sister of […]
By Donal McMahon A Stormont department key to appointing “commissioners” to a Co Down port says it has no need for councillors amid a stink protest.The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Minister Liz Kimmins has invited councillors to apply to the board of Warrenpoint Harbour Authority (WHA), following resignations last July over concerns of foul odours in […]
Thousands more people across Northern Ireland are benefitting from faster access to sight saving treatment as investment through the Executive’s Programme for Government continues to transform ophthalmology services. Alongside significantly reducing cataract surgery waiting times, the Elective Care Framework is expanding capacity for time critical glaucoma services and delivering targeted reductions in waiting times for […]
The Loughside Festival Committee is delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Loughside Festival, which will take place in Warrenpoint from Saturday 8 August to Sunday 16 August 2026. The week-long celebration promises a packed programme of family entertainment, live music, cultural events, sporting activities, community celebrations and the much-anticipated fireworks display, offering something […]
By Donal McMahon A Co Down harbour at the centre of long running bad odour claims is being forced to hand over data from board meetings a year after councillors walked away in solidarity with local people. Warrenpoint Harbour Authority (WHA) has refused to provide minutes in a Freedom of Information (FoI) request citing “commercial […]
Businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down are among the most engaged in Northern Ireland when it comes to succession planning, according to new research by Employee Ownership Ireland. A survey of businesses across Northern Ireland found that 68% of respondents in the Newry, Mourne and Down council area had considered succession planning, slightly above the […]