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SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has welcomed engagement from the local PSNI on drink spiking. It comes after Councillor Finn contacted local officers about her concerns following a number of reported incidents in the area. She welcomed the PSNI’s commitment to raise awareness on the issue. Councillor Finn said: “After contacting PSNI to raise my […]
Local Fine Gael TD, Fergus O’Dowd, has warmly welcomed news that over €323k has been approved for 112 local Louth projects under the 2022 Community Support Fund. O’Dowd said “Energy bills and general overheads have crucified local organisations over the last 12-18 months and this modest funding will provide a welcome relief. “The national funding […]
History was made at County Hall on Monday, June 19th as two female councillors were elected as Cathaoirleach and Leas-Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council. Cllr. Paula Butterly was elected as the new Cathaoirleach at the annual meeting of Louth County Council. She was presented with the chains of office for the coming year by outgoing […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has released its updated bin calendar schedule for 2023/24 online. The calendar provides detailed information about waste collection days for Blue, Brown and Black bins as well as additional guidelines on Public Holiday Collections. Traditionally, the Council has delivered printed copies of the bin calendar to residents’ homes. However, […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte has hosted a Civic Reception to mark 50 years of the Samaritans’ invaluable outreach work in Newry. Formed in 1973 and located in Marcus Square Newry, the services of the Samaritans have been a lifeline for countless individuals in our community who have faced emotional […]
SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has offered her support to Sharon Loughran following an arson attack outside her home. Damage was caused to Ms Loughran’s car and her home in the attack. Police are treating the incident as a sectarian hate crime. Councillor Finn said: “This was a disgraceful attack on the home of Sharon […]
Newry City SDLP Councillor Michael Savage has welcomed the imminent resurfacing of Catherine Street in Newry City Centre. “I am relieved to be informed today that the resurfacing of Catherine Street is to begin on Monday 31st July and is hoped to be completed within 5 weeks.” “Local motorists and especially the long-suffering children, parents […]
Newry SDLP Councillor Michael Savage has led the tributes to former SDLP Mayor and highly respected former councillor John McArdle who passed away on Sunday night. Councillor Savage said: “I was proud to call John McArdle a very dear friend and mentor and I will miss him dearly. He was a great family man, a […]
A celebration event was held last week to shine a light on the fantastic results achieved by over 40 young entrepreneurs from the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon during the successful Enterprise Pathway Programme. Developed by the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Labour Market Partnership (ABC LMP) in collaboration with Armagh City, Banbridge and […]
Members of the A37 Business Association from the northern Netherlands forged new connections and debated key industry issues when they met local business leaders and senior council officials at a special reception hosted by ABC Council in The Palace, Armagh on Thursday 15 June. The A37 Business Association is a unique network of leaders representing […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Oonagh Magennis has said that the council must ensure locals have a properly equipped play park for the summer months. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “Coming into the summer months, it’s vital that local children have a proper space to play safely with their friends. “The recent removal of over half of […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s plans for a multi-functional Theatre and Conference Centre in Newry have reached a significant new milestone. The PQQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) process is now underway for the provision of a contractor responsible for construction of the facility. The process, which identifies suitable suppliers, will conclude with invitations to tender for […]
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