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Rural Stroke Patients Must Not Be Left Vulnerable – Finnegan

Sinn Féin councillor Aoife Finnegan has said that rural stroke patients must not be left vulnerable by new stroke treatment proposals as part of plans to stabilise Daisy Hill hospital. Speaking after a special council meeting with the head of the Southern Trust, the Newry City councillor said: “While we welcome the new plan to […]

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Byrne Calls For Action to Protect Local Food Producers

Slieve Gullion SDLP Councillor Pete Byrne has called for action from the UK Government to safeguard the local horticulture industry in the face of an ongoing labour crisis.  The Northern Ireland Mushroom Growers Association (NIMGA) has warned that NI’s Mushroom Industry will “disappear” in the next few years if the UK Government does not move […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Council Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Clear Communication Needed From Southern Trust – Mathers

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has said that the Southern Trust needs to clearly communicate with elected reps, staff and the community as they deliver a stabilisation plan for Daisy Hill. Speaking after a special council meeting with the head of the Southern Trust, the Newry City councillor said: “Tonight we pressed the Southern Trust […]

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Mournes District Electoral Area Supports Coffee and Connect Event

The Mournes District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum, supported Kittys Road Community Association to host a Coffee and Connect Event on Friday 23 June The event provided a platform for community members to come together and engage in meaningful conversations while creating opportunities for individuals to seek support, share their experiences and forge new friendships. A […]

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Cleary Celtic Football Club Honoured by Council Chairperson

The outstanding achievements of Cleary Celtic FC have been marked by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Cllr Valerie Harte. At a recent Civic Reception held in Newry’s Council Chamber, Cllr Harte presented the team with an engraved crystal bowl in recognition of their remarkable achievements in the 2021-2022 season. Speaking at the reception […]

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Finn Urges Progress on Conversion Therapy Ban

SDLP Newry councillor Doire Finn has urged progress on banning conversion therapy in the North. Councillor Finn is bringing a motion to Newry, Mourne and Down District Council on Monday asking councillors to reaffirm their opposition to the practice and to express solidarity with the LGBT+ community. She is also proposing council write to Stormont […]

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TUV Slams DUP and Sinn Fein on ABC Council vote to remove Unionists

In response to reports on social media and queries from members of the public a TUV spokesperson commented on events in Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council: “After the election, a meeting of party group leaders on Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Council was held. Historically, all political viewpoints have been represented on the group, including single […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Council Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Savage Slams Trust “Travel Time” Hypocrisy

Newry SDLP Councillor Michael Savage has accused the Southern Health Trust of ‘breath-taking hypocrisy’ by refusing to travel to meet Councillors face-to-face on Monday evening to interrogate the threat to vital health services at Daisy Hill Hospital. Councillor Savage said: “On June 5th Councillors unanimously passed an emergency motion I proposed at the monthly meeting […]

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Free Archaeology Open Day in Lurgan!

Explore the live excavation at Kilmocholmóg, meet the archaeologists behind the dig and take part in a range of family friendly heritage themed activities this Saturday 01 July. ABC Council’s Lurgan Townscape Heritage Scheme and Craigavon Historical Society are inviting all heritage enthusiasts to the special Kilmocholmóg archaeology open day taking place this Saturday 01 […]

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Armagh Celebrates a Taste of Tradition From 7-10 September With Amazing New Tastes For Visitors

Ireland’s Orchard County has officially launched its award-winning Food & Cider Weekend with a cornucopia of new events, fresh features and an unrivalled tasting menu for 2023. A top foodie destination for local, national and international visitors, Armagh will celebrate the outstanding quality of its food and hospitality and the island’s biggest Bramley apple harvest […]

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Chairperson Hosts Reception For Young Ambassadors

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte hosted a Civic Reception on Thursday 22 June, in the Downshire Civic Centre for the Young Ambassadors Programme participants. Now in its 16th year, the Young Ambassadors Programme is organised by the St. Patrick’s Centre, Downpatrick. Bringing together young people from the US and Canada, […]

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Future of GP Services at Mullaghbawn Surgery Temporarily Secured – Quinn

Sinn Féin Councillor Áine Quinn has welcomed news that services have been temporarily secured at Mullaghbawn GP. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “I am pleased that a new contractor has been temporarily appointed to manage Mullaghbawn GP surgery. “This will give much-needed certainty to the thousands of patients who rely on these services all across […]