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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 […]
Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the strong support shown for his motion aimed at addressing the growing problem of illegal and dangerous use of scramblers, quad bikes and other off-road vehicles across parks, public spaces and council-owned land throughout the Newry, Mourne and Down district. The motion, originally tabled at the […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the reopening of its £3 million Office Development Grant Scheme. Part of the Belfast Region City Deal programme of investment, the scheme aims to stimulate private sector investment in high-quality Grade A office developments and support Newry City Centre’s ongoing programme of regeneration. Funded by […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched a new Planning Validation Checklist help improve the quality of planning applications and support a more efficient application process across the district. Developed following consultation with the public and interested parties, the Validation Checklist sets out the level and type of information and supporting documents required […]
Job seekers from across the district are invited to attend the upcoming Newry, Mourne and Down Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday 3 June at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry. The event offers a valuable opportunity for anyone exploring employment, training or career progression options. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership, in […]
Louth County Council, supported by An Garda Síochána, held an awareness event at Aisling Park, Dundalk, recently to highlight the government’s announcement of new regulations banning the use of scrambler bikes and e‑scooters in all public places. The event provided an opportunity to highlight the changes to the law and reinforce key public safety messages. […]
Commenting after meeting with representatives from Silverbridge GAA Club to discuss the ongoing safety concerns at Fords Cross, Sinn Féin Councillor Áine Quinn said that urgent attention was required to address the issue. The local Councillor who was accompanied at the meeting by her colleague Aoife Finnegan MLA said, “It was great to meet with […]
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 […]
Applications are open for the Arts Council of Northern Ireland’s National Lottery Project Funding programme. Grants of £10,001 – £75,000 are available for one-year arts projects which contribute to the growth of arts in the community for new and existing audiences, and which reflect the diversity of Northern Ireland’s society and culture. The deadline for […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is continuing with its investment programme to refurbish and enhance play parks across the district, with a series of major upgrades now completed as part of its ongoing Play Strategy 2024–2029. The most recent phase of works has delivered improved facilities at Bishop’s Court in Ballyhornan, Derrybeg in Newry […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Martin Hearty has thanked delegates at this weekend’s Sinn Féin Ard Fheis, for unanimously endorsing his motion calling for South Armagh to be included in the name of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. The motion, submitted by the Morris Harvey Cumann, received overwhelming support at the party conference in Belfast. “When […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the Autism Reality Experience to the Slieve Gullion and Crotlieve District Electoral Areas, marking World Autism Acceptance Month this April. Delivered by Training 2 CARE and supported by the Public Health Agency, the Autism Reality Experience offers an immersive, hands-on training session designed to help neurotypical people […]
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