CLANRYE NEWS 
The SDLP has selected Councillor Pete Byrne to contest Newry and Armagh in the 2027 Assembly election following a selection convention of party members. Byrne has served as a councillor for ten years, including as SDLP Group Leader and Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, and has twice contested the constituency at Westminster. […]
Ulster Unionist Councillor David Taylor has commented on the Southern Health and Social Care Trust statement on medical workforce pressures within inpatient maternity services at Daisy Hill Hospital. Councillor David Taylor said: “This is deeply concerning news for expectant mothers, staff and the entire community served by Daisy Hill Hospital. “The clear priority must be […]
DUP leader Gavin Robinson has called for closer electoral co-operation between unionist parties ahead of the 2027 Assembly and council elections, against a backdrop of polling that places the DUP on 15%. In the BBC News NI report supplied for this article, Robinson says unionist parties should work constructively, encourage voters to continue their preference […]
Three Newry, Mourne and Down District Council staff have been awarded a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management. The Council is delighted to support staff through leadership development as part of the corporate training programme and via the Employee Qualification Assistance scheme through the L&D Team. Leadership Development continues to form a crucial part […]
By Kevin McAteer Every household in Northern Ireland is set to receive a one-off £63 reduction in electricity costs from next month, with no application required. The support will be provided automatically through electricity suppliers from October and will apply to domestic households regardless of income. For families facing another winter of high energy costs, […]
Newry Sinn Féin Councillor, Aidan Mathers, has described the flooding experienced by Derrybeg residents as utterly unacceptable. Speaking after pushing NI Water for an urgent action, Cllr. Mathers said; “I am deeply concerned by the flooding experienced in the Derrybeg area last night, which resulted in raw sewage, wastewater and toilet paper being deposited onto […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has relaunched its cancer exercise referral programme, which will commence at leisure centres in Newry and Downpatrick in September. The 12-week programme – which supports the Council’s healthy living objectives by promoting long-term physical activity and providing structured opportunities for adults living with cancer and beyond – is aligned […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to pilot a new initiative aimed at encouraging people to get more involved in sport and physical activity across the district. The project will focus on increasing participation amongst women and girls, children and young people, those with disabilities, people who live in rural communities and those facing […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the arrival of the luxury mega yacht SeaDream II to Warrenpoint Harbour, further strengthening the district’s reputation as a destination for high-end cruise tourism and maritime visitors. The mega yacht, operated by SeaDream Yacht Club, brought guests from around the world to experience the unique landscapes, heritage […]
More than 1,000 people enjoyed an afternoon of activity, entertainment and community spirit at Newry Water Festival, held at Albert Basin on Monday 31 August. Organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Newry District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum and Neighbourhood Renewal, the free event brought families, residents and visitors together for four hours of […]
Sinn Féin Councillor, and representative on the Newry Park Stakeholder Group, Aidan Mathers, has welcomed the securing of planning approval for the Newry City Centre Park as a major milestone. Speaking after planning approval was granted by Council, Cllr. Mathers said; “I’m delighted that our city centre park secured unanimous support at planning today. This […]
Aontú Newry representative Roisin Mulgrew has welcomed planning approval for Newry City Park, but said years of delays and repeated promises have deeply damaged public confidence. Ms Mulgrew said: “Planning approval for Newry City Park is welcome. Newry needs and deserves a first-class public park, and the people who have campaigned for it over many […]