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Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard said the death of 18-year-old Cathal McCrory following a serious road traffic accident in Katesbridge has ‘stunned the entire community’. The South Down MP said: “I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to Cathal’s family and friends after he tragically lost his life in a road accident in the early […]
The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that the man who sadly died in a road traffic collision in Katesbridge in the early hours of Saturday, 18th November, was 18-year-old Cathal McCrory, from Dromore. Two others present in the vehicle were taken to hospital for treatment to injuries which are not thought to be […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Support Team officers, assisted by local Neighbourhood Policing Team officers, conducted a search at a property in the Mayobridge area, on Friday 10th November. As a result of the search a large quantity of prescription and non-prescription medication was seized along with quantities of suspected cannabis, magic mushrooms, cocaine and […]
Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has told delegates at Sinn Féin’s Ard Fheis that one party’s blockade of the Executive is hurting workers, businesses and public services. The South Down MP was speaking after devastating floods affected several towns in the constituency. Chris Hazzard said: “One party’s reckless boycott of the Executive is hurting workers, […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has outlined the latest information to support businesses impacted by the flooding emergency here https://www.newrymournedown.org/update-for-businesses-on-accessing-7500-payments-and-rates-relief-scheme This includes: ➡ 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 – Group and 1 to1 sessions will take place in Newry Leisure Centre on Tuesday 14 November and in Downpatrick Arts Centre on Wednesday 15 November between 10am […]
Land & Property Services (LPS) has published further information on the rate relief available to business premises impacted by the recent flooding. The rate relief measures will include 100% relief for non-domestic rates on flooded properties as well as support to help businesses temporarily relocate. Further information can be found on the nibusinessinfo website at https://www.nibusinessinfo.co.uk/emergencyraterelief. […]
SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath has welcomed an announcement of emergency support for homes and businesses impacted by recent flooding. Mr McGrath said that the Northern Ireland Office must quickly outline how the emergency fund will be allocated, the criteria for application and how quickly support will be provided by those impacted. Colin McGrath […]
Josephine Poland from Mayobridge along with Marian Quinn from Saval would like to invite everyone to their Light the Way to the Morocco Truck & Tractor Run on Sunday 17th December in Mayobridge. Josephine and Marian have registered to complete the Southern Area Hospice Trek Morocco Challenge to raise vital funds for our local Hospice. […]
The Irish Football Association and UEFA are hosting an U15 tournament between, N. Ireland, Luxembourg, Latvia and Faroe Island. These fixtures will be held during week beginning 13th November 2023 between Newry Showgrounds and Milltown Stadium in Warrenpoint. The Newry Fixtures are as follows: Monday 13th November KO 3pm N.Ireland v Faroe Island at The […]
Motorists should be aware that diversions remain in place in parts of Downpatrick following extensive flooding in the area earlier this week and signage should be adhered to. Also, the Belfast Road and Bridge Street areas will remain closed this evening between 7pm and 10pm while Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service carry out their […]
The Department, along with Newry Mourne and Down Council, met with local businesses and elected representatives in Downpatrick today to advise them on the problems associated with the removal of floodwater in Market Street and the potential solution. We have been working with Council and the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service to devise a […]
Sinn Féin MP for South Down Chris Hazzard said that a significant recovery scheme is required to get Downpatrick back on its feet. The South Down MP was speaking as Downpatrick town centre continues to be covered by flood water overnight. Chris Hazzard said: “There is devastation in towns and villages right across Co Down […]
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