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Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy has welcomed progress on road safety at Hillcrest Village while calling for further measures to address residents’ concerns around speeding. Councillor Murphy was speaking following a site meeting with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins and local residents in the new housing development, which has seen increased traffic volumes — particularly during […]
Sinn Féin Newry and Armagh MP Dáire Hughes joined the Newry Pride Parade today, hailing the event as a fantastic celebration, despite the rain. “It was an honour to stand with the LGBTQ+ community at Newry Pride,” Hughes said. “Sinn Féin will always stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and fight for the human […]
Speaking following the removal of a number of Pride flags from across Newry the night before, Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes strongly condemned the incident, describing it as “a shameful and cowardly act” that stands in direct opposition to the values of inclusion and respect embraced by the people of Newry. “The removal of these […]
Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has said there can be no tolerance for racism as police data highlights the need for civic and political leadership. The Newry Armagh MLA was speaking after data released by the PSNI shows that race hate crime is at a record level in the north. LIz Kimmins said: “Reports […]
“I was privileged today to stand with a TUV delegation at the roadside memorial at Narrow Water – 46 years to the very day when 18 young soldiers were brutally murdered by the IRA. Twelve of them died in a second explosion, cynically designed to kill those who rushed to the aid of their comrades […]
The Albert Basin, Newry was the setting for a lively celebration of outdoor activity on Monday 25 August, as families and individuals from across the district gathered for the Newry Water Festival 2025. The free event, organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Newry DEA and the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme, and supported by the […]
One of Louth’s greatest sporting sons, Stephen Staunton, received a warm welcome at the County Museum Dundalk on Wednesday morning. The former Liverpool and Aston Villa star, who won 102 caps for the Republic of Ireland, was on hand to view his famous green jersey from the 2001 World Cup Qualifier against Portugal. The shirt […]
Speaking after attending this year’s Iúr Cinn Fleadh in Newry, Sinn Féin Newry & Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has commended the organisers, local businesses, and community partners for delivering what she described as “a resounding success and a brilliant celebration of all that Newry has to offer.” The Newry Armagh MLA said: “It was an […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the start of improvement works in the Courtney Hill area following recent engagement with the Department for Infrastructure (DFI). “I’m pleased to see action on the ground, particularly the clearance of overgrown trees that were blocking public pathways,” said Councillor Harte. “These issues were reported directly to DFI, […]
Nicola Grant Workers Party has expressed concern following reports that the Labour Government is considering Public-Private funding for the NHS. Ministers will be making a final decision in the autumn budget about whether to use this funding approach which was put on pause eight years ago. Ms. Grant said even the Tories knew this was […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins announced the project, with work due to begin on Wednesday 27 August 2025. “This is welcome news for the people of Crossmaglen and south Armagh,” said the Newry and Armagh MLA. “Minister Kimmins is working to improve our road network across the north, making it safer for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists. […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has raised serious concerns about growing pressures on domiciliary care services across the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, calling on the Department of Health to take urgent action. “My office has been inundated with calls from constituents who cannot access care packages for themselves or their family members,” the […]
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