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Malone will NOT Stand for Re-Election

Popular Newry City Councillor Gavin Malone has indicated that he will NOT stand for re-election at this years local Government elections. The Newry DEA representative on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has taken to social media to make his announcement and thank the people of Newry for their incredible support. Speaking from social media […]

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Newry Arts Festival Set to Shine a Light on Local Music Scene

Music lovers are among those preparing for the long awaited Newry Arts Festival, which will be opening in the City on Thursday 2 February. This 10-day festival will offer an immersive mix of exhibitions, comedy, drama and an incredible line up of live music acts across all genres from renowned local and regional musicians. The […]

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Magennis Welcomes Resurfacing Work on South Armagh Roads

Sinn Féin councillor Oonagh Magennis has welcomed confirmation that the next phase of resurfacing works on the main Hall Rd/Crossmaglen Rd is to begin soon. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “After much lobbying on behalf of local residents, DFI have confirmed that they intend to carry out these works by the end of March. “This […]

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Larkin Welcomes Rapid Response to Address Road Defects in Jonesborough

Sinn Féin councillor Mickey Larkin has welcomed the rapid repairs carried out to major defects on the Foughilletra and Station roads in Jonesborough The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “Earlier this week, I met with DFI to highlight serious road defects on these roads and ask that they be made a priority for repair. “The engineer […]

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King Welcomes Road Works for Clontigora

Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal King has welcomed the commencement of roadworks by DFI on the Clontigora road. The Councillor for Newry DEA and Fathom said:  “The initial works carried out by DFI this week are a step in the right direction.  “I had reported the road to DFI for repair last week and it’s good […]

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Magennis Secures Long Awaited Footpath for Camlough

Sinn Féin councillor Oonagh Magennis has welcomed news that DFI will soon begin works on a long awaited footpath on the Newtown road in Camlough. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “The campaign for this footpath came about after a young boy was knocked down while crossing the Newtown road between Cashel close and Cloughan court […]

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Robbie Alexander Selected as Alliance Party Council Election Candidate in Craigavon

The Alliance Party has selected Robbie Alexander as its candidate in Craigavon for the forthcoming local government elections, scheduled to take place in May.   Mr Alexander has lived locally all his life and currently works in professional services as a chartered management accountant. He is an active cyclist who has raced for local club Orchard CC […]

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Finnegan Welcomes Road Resurfacing Works Across Crossmaglen

Sinn Féin Councillor Aoife Finnegan has welcomed a number of recent resurfacing projects beginning  in Crossmaglen. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “After lobbying for some time on behalf of local residents it’s good to see these works started. “The most significant resurfacing is taking place in The Crescent with smaller works being done in Lismore, […]

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Council Opens Up Public Buildings as Fuel Costs Rise

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is offering some of its public buildings as warm shelter for anyone unable to afford the increasing cost of home heating this winter. The ‘Open House’ initiative began its roll out in December, with Newry and Kilkeel Leisure Centres, Down Arts Centre, the Market House in Ballynahinch and Warrenpoint […]

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Drainage Issues on Ballymacnab Road Must be Addressed – Haughey

Sinn Féin councillor Bróna Haughey has said that drainage issues on the Ballymacnab road must be addressed urgently. The Cusher Councillor said: “I have been lobbying DFI for some time to address the flooding issue on this road. “At this time of year, the excessive water on the surface after a flood is likely to […]

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Ó Muirí Hails New Ireland Working Group

Sinn Féin councillor Barra Ó Muirí has expressed his delight after the first meeting of the council’s ‘New Ireland Working Group’. The Slieve Gullion councillor said: “Following on from my motion to council last year, and working closely with colleagues in other councils who have launched similar initiatives, the working group met earlier this week. […]

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DUP Confident Haire Can Secure Second DUP Seat in Lurgan

Local MP Carla Lockhart has congratulated Lurgan native Peter Haire on his selection as a DUP Candidate in the 2023 Local Government Elections, scheduled for 18th May. The new face to local politics will join experienced DUP representative Stephen Moutray on a strong DUP ticket at the polls for Lurgan DEA.  Carla Lockhart said: “I […]