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Newry DEA Forum in collaboration with Amplified Arts NI and Newry BID, is proud to announce the launch of ‘Street Dreams’, an exciting urban reimaging project aimed at adding vibrancy and cultural significance to the city centre. This initiative, first involves transforming mundane utility boxes scattered throughout the city centre into works of art. These […]
Louth County Council are celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Dundalk Library at Roden Place throughout March and April, with a number of events for all ages. These include a special anniversary edition of the ever-popular table quiz for older adults, ‘Storytime’ sessions for children and the main event held on April 11th, a panel talk […]
The Newry Arts Festival 2024 has concluded its week-long celebration of creativity, diversity, and community engagement, with resounding success. From 1–7 April, the festival captivated audiences with a dynamic lineup of events and activities that showcased the rich tapestry of artistic talent both locally and internationally. The third edition of the Newry Arts Festival drew […]
Sinn Féin representatives have said that after working with Down County Board and Newry, Mourne and Down Council over recent weeks, it’s time to advance the vision for a Down GAA centre of excellence. Sinn Féin’s Council Group Leader, Oonagh Hanlon reaffirmed the party’s commitment to supporting the centre of excellence in Ballykinlar at Monday […]
By Donal McMahon The Stormont Health Minister has refused to meet with a council delegation over concerns a Newry hospital will lose its emergency general surgery. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) had approved a motion in February seeking to meet UUP rep Robin Swann following his department’s approval of the Southern Trust’s decision […]
The weather certainly didn’t dampen the spirits this afternoon (Thursday 28 March) at the Lord Mayor’s Easter Trail and Fun Day! Hosted by Alderman Margaret Tinsley at Tannaghmore Gardens, the cracking event saw hundreds of local children and family members don their wellies and raincoats to enjoy a fantastic afternoon hunting for hidden letters as […]
Newry Mourne Down Labour Market Partnership hosted a special event in Warrenpoint last week focusing on the Hospitality & Tourism sector. Funded by the Department for Communities, Labour Market Partnerships create targeted employment action plans for council areas, allowing for collaboration at local and regional level to support people towards and into work. The session, […]
Sinn Féin councillor Oonagh Magennis has welcomed the clear opposition by farmers to the punitive TB proposals from the British Government. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “I welcome the results of the DAERA consultation, showing a clear opposition to the British government proposals to reduce bTB compensation to farmers in the north. “Under these proposals, […]
An initiative developed by Banbridge’s Neighbourhood Policing Team in partnership with the Education Authority Youth Service in Banbridge and Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) to address anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the Banbridge area was recently named runner-up at the prestigious PSNI and NI Policing Board Problem Solving Partnership Awards! The […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the winners of the Environmental Youth Speak Competition 2024 which took place on Thursday 21 March in the Downshire Civic Centre. This annual competition organised by the Council’s Sustainability team aims to encourage debate on sustainability issues to empower the next generation to become environmental […]
Sinn Féin councillor Sarah Duffy has expressed her condolences with the families and friends of the four people tragically killed in Armagh in the early hours of Sunday morning. The Armagh city councillor said: “I am deeply shocked and saddened to learn that four people tragically lost their lives in a collision on the Ballynahonemore […]
Sinn Féin councillor Sarah Duffy has said the council must ensure there are better services and facilities in place for families and carers of those with additional sensory needs for future events. The Armagh City councillor spoke after a number of complaints were raised about the measures put in place at the funfair in the […]
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