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Sinn Féin councillor Declan Murphy has described the overturning of his 1989 conviction in court today as a personal vindication, and a damning indictment of the British State’s use of its judicial system as a weapon of political repression. Councillor Murphy, who alongside Declan John Moen and Conor Gilmore had their convictions quashed said: “After […]
The SDLP council group on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is proud to support the Council of Sanctuary proposal, reaffirming our long-standing commitment to ensuring that our district is a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive place for everyone who lives here, regardless of their background or nationality. In supporting this initiative, we are standing up […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has called for coordinated government support for Sticky Fingers Arts in Newry, following a productive meeting with the Department for Communities facilitated by his office this week. Speaking after the meeting, Mr. McNulty praised Sticky Fingers as one of the region’s most vital and inspiring facilities for children […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has strongly condemned the presence of PSNI officers filming demonstrators at a peaceful Palestinian solidarity protest in Newry, describing it as an unacceptable act of intimidation against those exercising their democratic rights. Councillor Mathers confirmed he raised the matter at the Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) committee sub meeting […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the beginning of construction on a brand new play park in Derrybeg, describing it as a major boost for local families and children. The new facility is being delivered as part of the Council’s wider Play Park Strategy, and will replace the existing park, which had been in […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced the completion of major refurbishment works at five play parks across the district following a £1million investment. The improvements at Conway Park in Mullaghbawn, Village Green in Belleeks, Granite View in Saval, Scrogg Road in Kilkeel and Seaview in Ardglass are part of the delivery of the […]
Local food producers, farmers and hospitality businesses in Newry, Mourne and Down are invited to attend an information evening highlighting two complementary programmes, the GEOfood network and the Go Succeed business support service. The event will take place at KIS Pizza & Coffee Bar, Crossmaglen, on Tuesday 16 September at 7.30pm. Our Mourne Gullion Strangford […]
Sixteen local community and voluntary groups have been awarded funding by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to help deliver work in support of the Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) Strategy. The EVAWG Strategy aims to tackle violence, abuse and harm experienced by women and girls which continues to be a serious issue […]
By Donal McMahon Unionists have raised concerns a “family friendly” festival could become politicised this weekend. The Newcastle Eats & Beats music and food celebration takes place on Saturday and Sunday – September 6 and 7 – and is expected to attract thousands of people to the town giving a boost to the local economy. […]
By Donal McMahon The DUP has rejected a council thank you letter to the President of Ireland with one councillor calling him a “nasty, condescending little man.”Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) agreed by majority vote this week (Sept 1) to write to Michael D Higgins as he retires after 14 years as Irish […]
By Donal McMahon It’s caused a bit of a stink in Co Down but a nasty smell plaguing a harbour town could be on the verge of being neutralised amid calls for a Stormont Minister to be “transparent” over the bad odour controversy. Crotlieve councillors have demanded Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir attend the chamber […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy has welcomed progress on road safety at Hillcrest Village while calling for further measures to address residents’ concerns around speeding. Councillor Murphy was speaking following a site meeting with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and local residents in the new housing development, which has seen increased traffic volumes — particularly during […]
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