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Campaigns Community Constituency Craigavon Daisy Hill Health Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Heart Attack Survivor Urges Others to Get Involved In Clinical Research

A patient has shared his experience of taking part in clinical research with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, encouraging others to consider it if given the opportunity. William Adams, 44, took part in a clinical trial after suffering a heart attack in 2017, during which he had a stent inserted. He was later […]

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Community Constituency Downpatrick Government Politics South Down Stormont Westminster

Gavin Robinson’s Comments Are Totally Detached From Reality – Hazzard

Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard described comments around the reform of Stormont made by DUP leader, Gavin Robinson as double speak and totally detached from reality. The South Down MP said: “While Gavin Robinson says politicians must want to work together, the DUP continue to frustrate progress – on the Good Jobs Bill, on Environmental […]

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Community Constituency Crime South Down Uncategorized Warrenpoint

Warrenpoint: 40 Yr Old Charged With Possession of Offensive Weapon

Police have charged a man to court following an arrest in the Drumlin Walk area of Warrenpoint on Sunday night, 14th June. The 40-year-old was charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a public place. He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 8th July. As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by […]

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Community Constituency South Down

Community Partnership Transforms School Sensory Garden

Pupils at Ballynahinch Primary School and Nursery Unit are enjoying a revitalised outdoor play area, thanks to a partnership between Ballynahinch Men’s Shed and the Housing Executive. Members of the Men’s Shed transformed the school’s underused walled garden, designing and building a wooden pergola and round picnic table for pupils to enjoy, and covering a […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Kilkeel Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics South Down

Council Elects New Chair and Deputy Chair at Annual Meeting

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its annual meeting on Monday 1 June 2026. Councillor Glyn Hanna (DUP) has been appointed Chairperson, with Councillor Doire Finn (SDLP) elected as Deputy Chairperson. In his inaugural speech as Chairperson, Cllr Hanna said it was an honour to take up […]

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Community Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Downpatrick: Man Charged In Incident Where Officer Sustained Serious Injuries

Detectives investigating an incident in which an officer sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a stolen police vehicle have charged a man to court and made two further arrests. The man, aged 27, has been charged with dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and using a motor vehicle with no insurance.  He is due […]

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Community Constituency South Down Sport Warrenpoint

Gold Rush Weekend for Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo Club

Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo Club enjoyed a weekend of outstanding achievement, securing top honours at both national and international level across contest and kata disciplines. Two of the club’s leading competitors, Dermot McCaul and Paul McConville, travelled to England to take part in the prestigious High Wycombe Masters – Great Britain’s largest and most competitive […]

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Community Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Downpatrick: Attempted Murder of Police Officer and Police Vehicle Stolen

The Police Service of Northern Ireland has launched an attempted murder investigation after an officer was struck by a stolen police vehicle in Downpatrick. Assistant Chief Constable Melanie Jones said: “At approximately 4.45am this morning, Sunday 31st May, a vehicle failed to stop for police in the Fountain Street area – it was later located […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Kilkeel Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh South Down Warrenpoint

Council Investment Plan to Upgrade Leisure and Community Facilities

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has agreed to invest in a number of upgrades to leisure and community facilities in Warrenpoint, Cullyhanna and Kilkeel. The changing pavilion at the Milltown community sports facility in Warrenpoint is to be replaced, with a new roof fitted at Cullyhanna Community Centre where internal repairs will also be […]

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Community Constituency South Down Warrenpoint

Rostrevor: Body Removed From Water In Shore Road Area

Police attended a report of a body in the water in the Shore Road area of Rostrevor which was received at approximately 8.45am today, Sunday 17th May. A post mortem will take place in due course, however at this time, the death is not being treated as suspicious. ENDS

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Community Constituency Council Government NMD Council South Down Warrenpoint

Warrenpoint Committee Enjoys Inspiring Visit to Randalstown

Members of the Beautiful Warrenpoint Committee visited Randalstown recently as part of their ongoing efforts to enhance the town’s environmental and aesthetic appeal. Randalstown was crowned Ireland’s best town in 2024, with the Warrenpoint visitors given a guided tour which showcased the award-winning approach to community collaboration, sustainability and presentation. During the visit, committee members […]

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Community Constituency Newcastle South Down

Motorcycle Safety Event on Central Promenade In Newcastle on Sunday 17th May

The South Down Neighbourhood Policing Team in partnership with PSNI Road Policing Unit and Newry, Mourne & Down Policing and Community Safety Partnership, is hosting a Motorcycle Safety event on the Central Promenade in Newcastle on Sunday 17 May. Motorcycling enthusiasts can have their bike safety checked by a qualified mechanic and get tips and advice […]