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ABC Council Armagh Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh

ABC Telephone Kiosk to be Listed

By Adam Morton Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s planning committee has been notified of plans to list a telephone box in Tartaraghan. At a meeting of the committee on Wednesday, July 5, members were told the Department for Communities contacted Council on June 23 to inform the local authority of the proposed listing […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

McNulty Welcomes Progress on Casement Park

SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed the publication of a procurement notice outlining proposed modification to the contract for the redevelopment of Casement Park. Mr McNulty said the publication of a VEAT notice by the Department for Communities was a welcome part of the journey toward delivering a new permanent home for the GAA in […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down

All Four Unions Take Work to Rule Action From Monday July 17 After Four Months of Talks

By Donal McMahon Trade Unions at a Northern Ireland council are to take industrial action from next week following extensive talks failing to conclude an employment dispute. Members of GMB, NIPSA, Unite and SIPTU will begin a two week work to rule campaign at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) from July 17. The council […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh Sport

Murphy Sends Best Wishes to Whitecross Futsal History Maker

Sinn Féin councillor Declan Murphy has wished local boy Michael McCloy the best of luck as he joins Ireland’s first ever Down Syndrome Futsal team.  The Slieve Gullion councillor spoke after presenting Michael with a cheque for over £7,000 and 450 euro that was raised by the community: “I’m delighted to be handing over this […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Welcomes PSNI Engagement on Drink Spiking

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 […]

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Dáil Éireann Government Politics Seanad Éireann

Aontú Drafting Referendum Bill to “Copper Fasten” Irish Neutrality

Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín TD has said that it is his intention to introduce a Dáil Bill seeking to trigger a referendum on Irish neutrality. Speaking today, Deputy Tóibín said: “President Higgins this week did overstep the mark, and I believe presidents need to respect the long standing tradition of political neutrality – but nonetheless […]

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Community Council Government Louth Louth County Council

€323k For 112 Local Projects In Louth Under The Community Support Fund – O’Dowd

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 […]

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Community Council Government Louth Louth County Council Politics

History Made at Louth County Council as Two Female Councillors Hold Top Posts

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 […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Down

Council Launches New Online Bin Calendar For 2023/24

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, […]

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Brady Condemns Attack on Aontú Representative

Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has condemned an arson attack at the home of a local member of Aontú who recently stood for election. The Newry and Armagh MP said: “I unreservedly condemn this deplorable arson attack which destroyed Sharon Loughran’s car which was parked at her home.  “This was a sinister act of intimidation […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Marks Newry Samaritans Golden Anniversary

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 […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Offers Solidarity Following Arson Attack

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 […]