CLANRYE NEWS 
The festive season officially arrives in Newry, Mourne and Down with Christmas lights set to be switched on in towns and villages across the district between Thursday 19 November and Saturday 5 December. And a series of special festive events are also being held in Newry, Downpatrick and Kilkeel to mark the start of the […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Glyn Hanna, has commended the work of St Vincent de Paul after meeting with the charity’s staff and volunteers in Downpatrick, learning more about its role and the drive for new volunteers. The new recruitment campaign is inviting more people to become part of the St Vincent […]
Aontú Newry and Armagh representative Roisin Mulgrew has called for an end to what she describes as a longstanding culture of secrecy at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, warning that the latest revelations are part of a much deeper problem. Mulgrew said: “This is not about one meeting or one project. There is a […]
Keady is preparing for five days of traditional Irish music, concerts, storytelling and family entertainment as the Tommy Makem Folk Festival returns from Wednesday 4th to Sunday 8th November 2026. The festival celebrates the life and legacy of legendary Irish folk singer, songwriter and storyteller Tommy Makem, bringing musicians, performers and visitors together in his […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is encouraging residents to improve their wellbeing, build confidence and connect with others through its free Be Active Local – Wellbeing Hubs programmes. Funded by Sport NI through the London Marathon Foundation’s Inspiring Activity fund, the programmes aim to make physical activity accessible to people across the district, particularly […]
Forum sends report to every councillor and MLA, and calls follow-up meeting on 29th October to set up working groups Newry People’s Forum has published the report from its first public workshop, setting out all 657 comments made by the 200 or so people who packed the Canal Court Hotel on 8 October. Planning and […]
Pupils from 23 schools across the district came together at Kilbroney Forest Park, Rostrevor, on Tuesday 13 October for Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s annual Be Active P7 school’s cross-country event. Set against the scenic backdrop of the forest park, the event provided an exciting opportunity for 285 Primary 7 pupils to represent their […]
Age Friendly Louth and An Táin Arts Centre premiered two powerful short films created as part of a creative project aimed at challenging ageism and promoting positive ageing across County Louth. The films, Fragments and Pieces of Us, were premiered at An Táin Arts Centre on Tuesday, 6 October, before an audience of participants, family […]
Residents across Newry, Mourne and Down are being encouraged to help uncover the inspirational people and groups making a difference in their communities as nominations open for the Council’s Annual Civic Awards. Launched by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Glyn Hanna, the awards recognise individuals, volunteers, young people, organisations and community champions […]
Bring the family along for a frightfully fun evening at the Newry Halloween Twilight Market, returning to Newry Variety Market on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 5pm to 10pm. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, this popular event will transform the historic market into a Halloween wonderland packed with spooky entertainment, family-friendly activities, […]
Newry city centre is getting ready for Halloween, with family activities, live entertainment and fancy dress planned as part of Newry BID’s Spooks in the City programme. Running from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November, the programme brings together local shops, cafés, shopping centres and bars, with plenty of reasons to spend time in […]
By Donal McMahon Concerns for expectant Newry mothers’ being cast into postcode lottery for safety has caused an “urgent” call for a health staff review ahead of a public rally in the city. The Southern Trust recently made a “shock” announcement that almost 2,000 babies may temporarily not be born at Daisy Hill due to […]