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Council Approves Next Phase of Castlewellan Forest Park Treetop Walk

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has confirmed its commitment to delivering Northern Ireland’s first-ever treetop walk at Castlewellan Forest Park, following the successful completion and approval of the project’s Outline Business Case. Working in partnership with EAK Ireland, which is part of the EAK group, a leading provider of immersive, nature-based experiences, the Council […]

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Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Pride Line Up Announced!

It’s officially time to start getting excited for Newry Pride 2025. Preparations are well underway and this year’s line-up is looking very exciting indeed.  Belfast Quire, Clare Sands, SOAK, St. Bishop and indie punk band Tramp have all been added to the bill. Organisers say they have also invited Chapelle Roan to call down after Electric Picnic […]

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Free Events at Buttercrane This Summer

Throughout July and August, Buttercrane will host a series of free events as part their ‘Summer Fest’ campaign. The schedule kicks off on Thursday 3rd July with a Summer Glow Up beauty event with one of the leading MUAs in the UK, Belfast-born Paddy McGurgan. Hosted in our new dedicated event zone in the North Mall beside […]

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Community Council Government Lifestyle Louth Louth County Council

Louth County Council Announces Free Family Fun Day for National Play Day 2025

Louth County Council, in collaboration with the Louth Local Sports Partnership (LLSP), will host a free Family Fun Day to celebrate National Play Day 2025 on Sunday, 6th July. The event, which is run in conjunction with St Kevin’s GFC, will take place at the club’s GAA ground in Philipstown, Dunleer, from 10am to 2pm. This […]

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Business Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry Goes Nashville for a Weekend of Country Music Fun

Newry is going Nashville for a full weekend, starting on Independence Day, Friday 4th July right through to Sunday 6th July. There will be country music events and gigs right across the city centre in more than 20 different venues, all free to attend. The idea, which is a joint initiative between the night time economy providers […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Warrenpoint

Finegan & Son and Revive Saunas Collaboration Brings Wellness Under the Open Sky —Next Event Set for June 28th

Following the sold-out success of their first wellness collaboration, Finegan & Son, based in Newry City Centre and Revive Saunas, Rostrevor are thrilled to announce an immersive nature-and-nourishment experience on Saturday, June 28th. Set against the stunning local landscape, including the beautiful Slieve Roosley this unique event offers guests a rejuvenating combination of sunset sauna […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Carlingford Lough Ferry Relaunches Daily Service with New Cruise Experiences

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to welcome back the popular Carlingford Lough Ferry as it resumes its full daily service, offering a fast, scenic and convenient connection across Carlingford Lough. This vital link, running seven days a week between Greencastle, Co Down and Greenore, Co Louth and return, not only shortens travel […]

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Community Constituency Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

LGBTQ+ Women’s Group Newry Secures National Lottery Funding to Deliver Newry Pride 2025

LGBTQ+ Women’s Group Newry is thrilled to announce it has been awarded funding from The National Lottery’s Awards for All programme to host Newry Pride 2025 for the second consecutive year. This year’s Pride celebrations will take place on Saturday, 30th August, with a vibrant Pride Parade departing at 1:00 PM, followed by an open-air […]

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Newry-Based TV Production Company Wins Prestigious Award

Newry-based TV company Big Mountain Productions has picked up a major award at this year’s prestigious Celtic Media Festival, being held this week in Newquay, Cornwall, England. Celebrating 20 years of programme making, the multi-award winning company, based in the city’s MJM Business Park, beat off tough competition to pick up the Best Live Music […]

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Business Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Nightlife Newry: A City Comes Alive

Cultural Events, Investment and Community Spirit Power Night-Time Economy By Kevin McAteer Photo by Pak Aerial Media Newry is lighting up the map as one of Northern Ireland’s leading examples of how a vibrant night-time economy can fuel local pride, economic growth, and cultural identity. PURPLE FLAG STATUS: A MARK OF QUALITY Since 2016, Newry has held Purple Flag accreditation, […]

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Community Constituency Health Lifestyle South Down Warrenpoint

Warrenpoint Judo Club Goes From Strength to Strength

The Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo club based in Warrenpoint have had a busy 3 weeks with team members competing in Craigavon, Dublin, and High Wycombe. First up we had father and son team Martin and Charlie Fearon at the Shinsei judo club Kyu grade (coloured belts) shiai competition. The pair travelled to the south lakes’ […]

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Community Health Lifestyle

Mounjaro: The Weight-Loss Injection Transforming Obesity Treatment

Mounjaro, the brand name for tirzepatide, is making waves in the UK as a groundbreaking treatment for obesity and type 2 diabetes. Approved by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in November 2023, Mounjaro offers a new avenue for weight management, particularly for adults with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more, or […]