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Crotlieve DEA Afternoon Tea Dance – A Fantastic Community Celebration

The Crotlieve District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum’s annual Afternoon Tea Dance proved once again to be a huge success, with a wonderful turnout for this much-loved free community event. Guests enjoyed a lively afternoon filled with delicious lunch, live music and plenty of dancing, with prizes awarded for the best fancy dress costumes that brought […]

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Fastway Couriers Receivership Having a Detrimental Effect on Workers and Small Businesses

Fastway Couriers going into receivership is having a detrimental effect on workers and small businesses alike. Sinn Féin Councillor Antóin Watters has said “this has come as a major shock to their 300+ workers who still have their bills to pay despite losing their income. I know of a few lads around Cooley and throughout […]

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ABC Councillors Say ‘No’ to Digital ID!

By François Vincent, Local Democracy Reporter Councillor Sarah Duffy (Sinn Féin, Armagh DEA), like her nationalist counterparts, felt strongly that as an Irish citizen, she should not be issued with a digital British ID card. She stated: “I am not a British citizen. I never have been, and I never will be. The Good Friday […]

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Councillor Cathal King Calls for Floodlights at Meigh Playing Fields and Walking Track

Sinn Féin Councilor Cathal King has written to the Council calling for floodlights to be installed at Meigh Playing Fields and the adjacent Walking Track. “This upgrade is essential to make the facility fully accessible for local residents, supporting sport, physical activity, and safety,” said Councilor King. “The newly installed pitch is a real community […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Harte Welcomes Commencement of Works on Rathfriland Road

Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the start of works on Rathfriland Road to construct a new pedestrian island. “I’m pleased to see this important project now underway. I have worked closely with the Department for Infrastructure to ensure the need for improved pedestrian safety on Rathfriland Road was recognised and prioritised. “This work […]

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Closure of Armagh Cinema Disappointing for Local Families – Duffy

Sinn Féin Councillor Sarah Duffy has said the closure of the Omniplex cinema in Armagh is disappointing for families and the wider community “This will be disappointing news for many, especially families and young people who’ve enjoyed the cinema over the years. My thoughts are with the staff affected at this difficult time. Councillor Duffy […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Exploring The Foundations of Farming: Soil Health Event In Cullyhanna

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce a special event focused on soil health and its vital role in farming and biodiversity. The event, which take place on Wednesday 15 October at 7.30pm in the Cardinal O’Fiaich Heritage Centre in Cullyhanna, will feature guest speaker Agricultural Journalist Andy Doyle, former Tillage Editor […]

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Spooktacular Fun at Newry Halloween Twilight Market

Get ready for thrills, chills and plenty of family fun this Halloween as Newry Halloween Twilight Market returns on Friday 31 October at the Newry Variety Market, from 5pm to 10pm. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, this frightfully good evening will transform the historic market into a Halloween haven, packed with entertainment, […]

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SDLP Challenges Department of Health Over Delays to CAR T-Cell Therapy Access

Newry SDLP Councillor Killian Feehan has strongly challenged the Department of Health’s response to a Notice of Motion from Newry, Mourne and Down District Council calling for the urgent establishment of CAR T-Cell therapy services in Northern Ireland, and for interim access to specialist treatment in the Republic. In correspondence to the Council, the Health […]

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Council Invites Local Businesses to Join Make it Local Initiative

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting local businesses to register their interest in taking part in its Make it Local marketing campaigns, designed to showcase local enterprise, boost trade and encourage residents and visitors to shop, dine and spend within the district. Building on the success of recent initiatives supporting hospitality, retail, personal […]

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Register Now for the NMD Recruitment and Skills Conference 2025

🚀 Register Now for the NMD Recruitment and Skills Conference 2025! 📅 Wednesday 8 October 2025📍 The Burrendale Hotel, Newcastle💼 FREE full-day conference Full Programme is available 👉 https://tinyurl.com/3dy6jwhv Following last year’s hugely successful event in Newry, this year’s district-wide conference will bring together businesses, education and training providers and policymakers to tackle one of […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Stunning Local Landscapes Celebrated In Annual AONB Photography Competition

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has announced the winners of its annual amateur photography competition to celebrate the district’s three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs): the Mournes, the Ring of Gullion and Strangford and Lecale. Each year, the winning entries are published in the AONB Calendar, an annual publication that showcases the district’s […]