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Chairperson Meets with Local Charities Aware NI and Samaritans

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage met with  representatives from two local charities Aware NI and Samaritans recently to discuss the vital work they do to support the mental health and wellbeing of residents. Aware NI provides support, education and information to those people affected by depression, bipolar disorder and mood […]

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30 Years and Beyond – CAWT Cross Border Health Partnership Celebrates Anniversary in Co. Louth

A wide range of stakeholders including government representatives from Northern Ireland and Ireland and senior health and social care officials, recently joined staff and former employees of Co-operation and Working Together (CAWT) to celebrate the Partnership’s 30th anniversary. CAWT was established in 1992 by a visionary group of health and social care professionals, to improve […]

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Navan Centre & Fort Announced as Sandford Award Winner

Navan Centre & Fort secure prestigious Sandford Award in recognition for excellence within heritage education. The Sandford Awards focus on formal, curriculum-aligned and site-led heritage learning programmes that take place in the historic setting or natural environment and use the history and collections or natural resources of the site to engage, inform and inspire visitors. […]

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Newry and Downpatrick Ready to Pay Homage to St Patrick

Don’t miss our 2023 St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Newry and Downpatrick this Friday.  With a packed programme of events, including our fabulous cross community parades led by St Patrick himself, there will be plenty for everyone to enjoy! Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage said, “Newry and Downpatrick are renowned […]

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Council Delivers Cycle Training Sessions to Primary Schools

Killowen Primary School, Rostrevor is one of five schools in the district to receive a free Level One Cycle Training session as part of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Active Travel Programme facilitated by Sustrans NI. Visiting the school to lend his support as the pupils took part in their training session, Council Chairperson, […]

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Exciting New Architectural Heritage Project to Begin in Newry

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced plans for the development of an exciting new project in partnership with the Ulster Architectural Heritage Society to showcase the rich architectural heritage of Newry.  The Newry Architectural Heritage Project will showcase the significant number of historic buildings across the city, which exhibit several different architectural styles […]

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Magennis Proposes Camlough Lake Project Move to Next Step

Sinn Féin councillor Oonagh Magennis has proposed that the Camlough lake recreation hub project move on to its next steps. The Slieve Gullion councillor spoke following an SP&R meeting at council, saying: “Tonight I proposed that we advance this key project to its next phase. “The recent allocation of £2.8 million of levelling up funding […]

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Footpath Essential for Dromin Schoolchildren – McGeough

Sinn Féin Councillor Pearse McGeough raised concerns held by parents of schoolchildren walking to school from Dromin village at February’s Ardee Municipal meeting. He welcomed comments from the Council that the matter would be considered under the Active Travel Investment Grants but advised that this be addressed sooner rather then later. Cllr McGeough said “I […]

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St Patrick’s Day Parade Returns to Dundalk

Dundalk will see the return of the St Patrick’s Day parade next month after the voluntary committee received confirmation from Louth County Council of their sponsorship of the event. Along with the council, Dundalk Credit Union and PayPal are also sponsors of the parade in Dundalk. The March 17 parade, which will start at 1pm, […]

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The Only Way Is Up for St Ronan’s -Mackle

Sinn Fein Councillor Liam Mackle has welcomed the start of site works for the new St Ronan’s on the old St Michael’s site on the Cornakinnegar road.  Cllr Mackle said: ‘There have been a few false dawns on the long journey to have the new St Ronan’s school built but through the gritted determination of […]