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Council Opens Up Public Buildings as Fuel Costs Rise

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is offering some of its public buildings as warm shelter for anyone unable to afford the increasing cost of home heating this winter. The ‘Open House’ initiative began its roll out in December, with Newry and Kilkeel Leisure Centres, Down Arts Centre, the Market House in Ballynahinch and Warrenpoint […]

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Drainage Issues on Ballymacnab Road Must be Addressed – Haughey

Sinn Féin councillor Bróna Haughey has said that drainage issues on the Ballymacnab road must be addressed urgently. The Cusher Councillor said: “I have been lobbying DFI for some time to address the flooding issue on this road. “At this time of year, the excessive water on the surface after a flood is likely to […]

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McKernan Welcomes Study Tour Opportunity for Large Dairy Herd Farmers

SDLP Cusher representative EmmaJayne McKernan has welcomed DAERA’s study tour which offers dairy farmers the opportunity to travel to England to learn about large dairy herd management. Ms McKernan said:  “I welcome the commitment of the department to continue to invest in the dairy sector through Farm Innovation Visits. Dairy farming and the consequent trade […]

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DUP Confident Haire Can Secure Second DUP Seat in Lurgan

Local MP Carla Lockhart has congratulated Lurgan native Peter Haire on his selection as a DUP Candidate in the 2023 Local Government Elections, scheduled for 18th May. The new face to local politics will join experienced DUP representative Stephen Moutray on a strong DUP ticket at the polls for Lurgan DEA.  Carla Lockhart said: “I […]

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Flooding Issues on the Annvale Road Must be Addressed! – Haughey

Sinn Féin councillor, Bróna Haughey has said that the severe flooding issues on the Annvale road need to be resolved as a matter of urgency. The Cusher councillor said: “The recent flooding in the Annvale road area has caused serious damage to the road into Keady Glen, resulting in its closure. “I am working with […]

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Contract Agreement Will Unlock £8 million Funding for Newry – Kearns

Sinn Féin councillor Geraldine Kearns has welcomed the signing of the City deals contract, saying that it will unlock £8 million in funding for Newry. The Newry City Councillor said: “The Contract for funding local regeneration projects from the Belfast region city deal has now been agreed. This is a really big boost for Newry. […]

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Public Meeting on Cost-of-Living Crisis To Take Place in Armagh on Thursday

A public meeting on the cost-of-living crisis is taking place in the Armagh City Hotel this Thursday 12th January at 8pm. The meeting has been organised by the Aontú representative for the area, Daniel Connolly, and will be attended by party leader, TD Peadar Tóibín.  Speaking in advance of the meeting, Mr Connolly said: “It is […]

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Lisgullion Park Potholes Must be Repaired As Soon As Possible – Kearns

Sinn Féin councillor Geraldine Kearns has said that the potholes in Lisgullion park must be repaired as soon as possible. The Newry City Councillor said: “Residents contacted me to raise their concerns about the potholes in Lisgullion park. “The sheer number of these inside the estate, along with the depth of many of them, was […]

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‘Reconsider Funeral Charge’ – Grant

Newry Cathedral Parish has been urged to reconsider its decision to impose a charge of £350 on bereaved relatives for the use of the church for funeral services. The call comes from Workers Party representative Nicola Grant after the parish notified local funeral directors of the additional charge. ” I have contacted the parish to […]

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Mathers Condemns Anti Social Behaviour in Derrybeg

Sinn Féin representative, Aidan Mathers has condemned the serious anti-social behaviour in Derrybeg last night. The Newry City representative said: “Last night there was a car stolen in the Newry area and driven recklessly through Derrybeg. “A number of local people had their own cars damaged by this thoughtless act. “This is serious anti social […]

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Mathers Condemns Newry Armed Robbery

Sinn Féin representative Aidan Mathers has said that news of an armed robbery at a premises in Newry this morning is shocking. The Newry City representative said: “I am shocked to hear about the robbery of a premises on Patrick Street in Newry today “A man entered the shop and threatened a female member of […]

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SDLP Select Candidate for Cusher DEA

The SDLP has selected community first responder Emmajayne McKernan as its 2023 Local Election candidate for the Cusher DEA. SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty said: “At a time when ordinary people are crying out for leadership, Emmajayne has stepped forward to be a new voice for Cusher. People deserve a hardworking representative like Emmajayne […]