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Let’s Talk About Speed For Road Safety Week

Slow down to save lives. That is the message this Road Safety Week (19-25 November) from the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) and the emergency services. The collective call comes as figures reveal that 310 people have been killed or seriously injured on our roads because of speeding in the past five years (2018-2022). Every 1mph […]

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Studio Eleven Tattoo & Creative Arts Studio Opens In Newry

Studio Eleven Tattoo & Creative Arts is an exciting new artist’s studio located on Monaghan St, Newry.  The studio has been opened by Anna Keenan-Laverty and her partner, where they have combined their creative industries of Tattoo & Voice, in order to help grow and sustain a network of arts, culture, & activity within Newry […]

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King Welcomes Planning Permission to Continue Cross Border Greenway Project

Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has welcomed the planning approval for continuing the cross border greenway project between Newry and Omeath.  The Newry City councillor said: “I’m glad to see planning approval being granted for the next phase of works to continue the Newry – Omeath greenway project. “This approval will see the construction of […]

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Find the Perfect Holy Communion Dress at Alexandria’s Baby Boutique: Unveiling Grace and Style for Your Special Day

It’s that time of the year again, when little princesses begin preparing for their Holy Communion! At Alexandria’s Baby Boutique, we are excited to offer a stunning selection of Holy Communion dresses that cater to every style and budget.  From classic designs to the sophistication of elegant dresses, we have something to suit everyone. Our […]

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Council Encourages Residents to Have a Fun, Safe and Happy Halloween!

Halloween is a time for frightful fun and spooky celebrations, for dressing up and trick or treating, for bobbing for apples and being ‘wowed’ by fireworks – a super exciting time of year for the young and the young at heart! However, as well as all of the enjoyment, activities and entertainment, it is also […]

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NI Teen Reaches Final of Junior Eurovision

Co Armagh teen Clare Keeley has made it through to the Final of the search for the Irish Junior Eurovision representative this weekend. The thirteen-year-old student of Flynn Performing Arts (FPA), sang her version of ‘Chandelier’ by Sia during the TG4 Semi Final on Sunday and impressed judges Niamh Ní Chróinín – Presenter of TG4 […]

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The Active Runner Safety Campaign Is Back

THE ACTIVE RUNNER SAFETY CAMPAIGN IS BACK .. BE BRIGHT  BE SAFE BE SEEN  BE INVOLVED IN THE CAMPAIGN…… http://www.activerunnermag.com/bebrightbesafebeseen Be a part of the campaign, and upload your Club badge, company logo, or photo of you the runner /walker. We will email your very own poster to you to share on social media and […]

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£55 Million of Additional Benefits Claimed Through ‘Make the Call’

Around £55 million of additional benefits has been claimed in the past year by almost 12,000 people using a Department for Communities advice service. The Make the Call wraparound service connects people with the benefits, supports and services to which they are entitled and have not previously been claiming. During the year, Make the Call supported […]

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Playr-fit Raises £6000 for PIPS

An extravaganza of football at Newry Showgrounds has resulted in over £6,000 raised for a local suicide and mental health awareness charity. Organised by bespoke clothing brand Playr-fit, dozens of teams from local businesses took part in the two-day, five-a-side tournament in June. It was the second year the highly-successful competition has taken place with […]

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Park Vision Now Becoming A Reality – SDLP

The SDLP have stated that the vision of a world-class 15-acre city park for Newry has moved one step closer to becoming a reality. It comes as Newry Mourne and Down District Council released the concept designs and a fly through animation which brings the layout and vision to life. Welcoming this latest positive step, […]

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Footsteps in the Forest Returns to Slieve Gullion with an Immersive Halloween Experience

Would you take a walk in a spooky forest during Halloween?  ‘Footsteps in the Forest’, will make a spooktacular return to Slieve Gullion Forest Park between Wednesday 25 and Monday 30 October. Once again celebrating the Gaelic festival of Samhain (Sow-in), which marks the harvest season’s end and the beginning of winter, the six-day festival […]

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Expressions of Interest Sought For New ‘Fit For Future’ Scheme

Expressions of interest are being sought for a new grant scheme designed to promote vitality and vibrancy across the borough of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon. The Fit For Future Scheme, which is led by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, sets out to offer grants of up to £20,000 to eligible individuals to […]