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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure NMD Council South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

Next Stage of Warrenpoint Front Shore Public Realm Works to Commence

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, in partnership with the Department for Communities (DfC), has announced the commencement of the next stage of public realm works along Warrenpoint’s Front Shore. Following the completion of the promenade, beach and Marine Parade sections in mid-2023 by contractors, Gibson Banbridge, the next phase of works will centre on […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Election 2024 Elections Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Westminster

SDLP Selects Byrne as Newry & Armagh Candidate

The SDLP has selected Councillor Pete Byrne as its candidate for the forthcoming Westminster election in Newry & Armagh. Councillor Byrne has served as a councillor since 2016 and runs his own business in the area. Councillor Byrne said: “I am delighted to have been selected by my party colleagues to be the SDLP’s candidate […]

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Dáil Éireann Government Infrastructure Politics Seanad Éireann

Ireland Recognises State of Palestine

At a meeting of government today (May 28th) Ireland formally recognised the State of Palestine. The Government recognises Palestine as a sovereign and independent state and agreed to establish full diplomatic relations between Dublin and Ramallah. An Ambassador of Ireland to the State of Palestine will be appointed along with a full Embassy of Ireland […]

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Community Constituency Council Dáil Éireann Government International Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics Seanad Éireann

“Palestinian Recognition Hugely Significant Occasion” – King

Sinn Féin Newry Mourne and Down Councillor Cathal King  has described Ireland recognising the state of Palestine as a ‘hugely significant occasion’ and once again called for a permanent ceasefire. The Sinn Féin elected representative said,  “Today is a hugely significant moment as Dáil Éireann finally recognises the state of Palestine.  On Sunday night, Israeli […]

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Community Council Government Louth Louth County Council

2024 Mayoral Awards Took Place In Highlanes Gallery Drogheda

The 2024 Mayoral Awards took place in Highlanes Gallery Drogheda on the evening of Monday, the 27th of June 2024. The Awards, which are a formal event, are set out by legislation under Section 74 of the Local Government Act, as a reserved function, and saw Drogheda Borough District Elected Members nominate 10 worthy recipients. […]

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

Bessbrook Bus Attack Could Have Had Serious Consequences

Councillor Declan Murphy has said that a recent stone throwing incident involving the Busy Bus in Bessbrook could have had serious consequences. The local Councillor said, “A stone throwing incident yesterday, in Father Cullen Park , Bessbrook, almost led to cancelation of the Busy Bus service from the area.   However are fortunate that the […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Election 2024 Elections Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Westminster

Sinn Féin Select Dáire Hughes To Contest Westminster Election

Sinn Féin have selected former Mayor of Newry and Mourne, Dáire Hughes, to contest the upcoming Westminster election in Newry and Armagh.  Dáire is from the Meadow in Newry and was educated at St. Patrick’s PS, St. Colman’s College and is a graduate of Queen’s University, Belfast.  A former Shop Steward, Dáire spent years working in the community voluntary sector in Newry […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Warns of Dangers of Knife Crime

Sinn Féin Newry & Armagh MLA  Liz Kimmins has warned people of the dangers of knife crime and the use of knives on our streets. Speaking after reports of a stabbing incident in Newry the MLA said: “Two people have been admitted to hospital  as a result of wounds received from a knife attack. Local […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Stormont

Kimmins Welcomes Significant Progress In Cloughogue Traffic Calming Scheme

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has described a recent meeting with DFI officials as a “significant step forward” in the progress of a planned traffic calming scheme for Park View in Cloughogue. Speaking following a meeting organised by Ms Kimmins and her colleague, Cllr Cathal King with residents and DFI officials in Killeavey GAA Club, […]

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ABC Council Armagh Community Constituency Council Dáil Éireann Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

TUV Calls Out Dublin Hypocrisy on Migrants and the Border

TUV Cusher Councillor Keith Ratcliffe has called out the Irish Government on their checks on migrants at the border. TUV chairman Keith Ratcliffe said: “I was contacted on Tuesday afternoon to be alerted to the fact that a bus had been pulled over shortly after crossing the border near Newry. The bus was boarded by immigration officials […]

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Community Election 2024 Elections Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Election an Opportunity to Endorse ‘Strong Leadership and Positive Change’ – O’Neill

Sinn Féin Leas-Uachtarán Michelle O’Neill has confirmed that the party has ratified its first candidates to stand in the upcoming Westminster election on Thursday 4 July. Speaking after a meeting of the party’s And Chomhairle, Michelle O’Neill said: “I am pleased to announce the first of our candidates for the upcoming Westminster election on Thursday […]

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

Community Partners Organise Free Information Event to Highlight Impact of Vaping on Young People

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s District Electoral Area Co-Ordinators, in partnership with the Policing & Community Safety Partnership (PCSP), Downpatrick Neighbourhood Policing Team and Lisburn YMCA have organised an information evening for parents/guardians who are concerned about the impact of children smoking vapes. The event which is free of charge will take place on […]