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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 […]
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has said that planning reform and long-term infrastructure investment are essential to unlocking economic potential. The South Down MP was speaking at the Construction Employers Federation’s inaugural conference where the CEF launched its ‘Delivery, not Delay’ manifesto for the 2027 Assembly Election. “The local construction sector can be a strategic […]
Two staff from the Southern Trust have received national recognition at the prestigious Our Health Heroes Awards. Organised by the charity Skills for Health, the ceremony is dedicated to celebrating the vital contributions of the wider, healthcare workforce. Kerry Haughian was named the Gold winner in the Operational Support Worker of the Year category in […]
Sinn Féin councillor Michael Rice has called for the immediate removal of flags on the Rathfriland Tower with NI Water. Councillor Rice said: “I have been contacted by constituents over the weekend regarding the erection of unionist and loyalist flags on the NI Water Tower in Rathfriland. “Sinn Féin has made representations to NI Water […]
By Kevin McAteer A fundraising campaign has captured hearts across Northern Ireland after friends of local cyclist Paul Collins launched an appeal to help him access specialist treatment following a devastating diagnosis of glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. The fundraiser, organised by Declan McConville, has already raised more than £67,000 towards its £100,000 […]
For the first time ever Sinn Féin have selected three candidates in South Down to contest the 2027 Assembly Election. Current MLAs Sinéad Ennis and Cathy Mason will be seeking re-election and will be joined by the former Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down Council, Councillor Michael Rice. Speaking at the launch on Wednesday evening […]
Sinn Féin MLA Sinéad Ennis has expressed concern at reports of maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital have been temporarily suspended due to staff shortages. The South Down MLA said: “The suspension of maternity services at Daisy Hill will be of concern to patients and staff. “While it is only temporary due to staff sickness, […]
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