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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane Girls League Goes From Strength to Strength

By Kevin McAteer Girls’ football in Newry is on the rise, following a 2024 partnership between the Irish Football Association (IFA) and FIFA helping to inspire the next generation of female players. The initiative, part of the FIFA League Development Programme, was focused on creating sustainable opportunities and inclusive pathways for young girls to take part in the […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 1/11/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2025 MUFA SHIELD ROUND 3 TIES – KICK OFF 1.30 PM Ballybot United 0 v 4 Newry Celtic at The Barley Field Greenfield Park v WO for Keady Celtic Hillsborough Boys 5 v 0 Orchard United at Laurelhill Sportszone Magheralinn Village 1 v 0 Lisdrum at Dromore Leisure Centre Rathfriland Rngs Res […]

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

Councillor Cathal King Calls for Floodlights at Meigh Playing Fields and Walking Track

Sinn Féin Councilor Cathal King has written to the Council calling for floodlights to be installed at Meigh Playing Fields and the adjacent Walking Track. “This upgrade is essential to make the facility fully accessible for local residents, supporting sport, physical activity, and safety,” said Councilor King. “The newly installed pitch is a real community […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 25/10/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 25 OCTOBER 2025 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballybot United 0 v 8 Cleary Celtic at The Barley Field Ballyholland 2 v 4 Villa Rovers at Olympic Park Newry Celtic 1 v 1 Rossowen at Artie Green Park DIVISION ONE  – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Cartwheel United 3 v 4 Archview United at Jimmy Steen Park Lisdrum FC 2 v 1 Mayobridge FC at Killeavy Rockview United 1 v 1 Greenfield […]

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

McNulty Welcomes Support For Hosting Women’s World Cup

SDLP Opposition Infrastructure Spokesperson Justin McNulty MLA has welcomed moves to bring the 2035 Women’s World Cup to the North. He said the tournament would encourage a new generation of young women to take up sport and would bring significant benefits to the local economy. Justin McNulty MLA said: “Hosting matches in a future Women’s […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 11/10/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER 2025 Fona CAB JUNIOR CUP ROUND 2 – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Cleary Celtic 5 v2 Churchill United at Olympic Park, Newry Dundela Reserves 7 v 0 Greenfield Park at Wilgar Park, Belfast Portrush 0 v 1 Newry Celtic at Parker Avenue, Portrush MUFA SHIELD ROUND 2 TIES SAT 11 OCTOBER 2025 – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Ballybot United 3 v […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Awarded Diversity Mark In Recognition of Its Commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

Ulster GAA has been officially awarded the Diversity Mark accreditation, recognising its ongoing commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion across the organisation. The Diversity Mark is awarded to organisations following an independent assessment process, which benchmarks best practice in advancing diversity and inclusion. The accreditation is a significant milestone for Ulster GAA, and is reflective […]

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Community Government Sport Stormont

Lyons Launches £1m Olympic Legacy Fund

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has launched Northern Ireland’s first Olympic Legacy Fund. The £1million capital investment will modernise facilities at local clubs and community groups as part of a lasting legacy in honour of our athletes at the Paris Olympics. Minister Lyons said: “Last year we all cheered on our athletes as they took home a […]

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Community Constituency Council Government NMD Council South Down Sport Warrenpoint

SDLP Council Group Backs Full Development of Kilbroney Pitches In Rostrevor

The SDLP Council Group has reaffirmed its strong support for the full redevelopment of the Kilbroney pitches in Rostrevor, standing with local clubs, families, and campaigners who have fought for years for adequate sporting facilities. Speaking after Monday night’s meeting of the Active and Healthy Communities Committee, Councillor Doire Finn said: “The people of Rostrevor […]

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Community Constituency Lurgan Sport Upper Bann

Aghagallon Champion For “Games For All” Is July’s Translink Ulster GAA Volunteer of the Month

Twenty-one-year-old Briege McIntyre from St. Mary’s GAC Aghagallon in Co. Antrim has been awarded the Translink Ulster GAA Young Volunteer of the Month award for July 2025. The award is presented each month to young volunteers whose efforts best demonstrate the volunteering ethos and community spirit of the GAA. Briege is a dedicated coach, role […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 13/09/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 2025 Fona CAB JUNIOR CUP ROUND 1B – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Ballybot United 0 v 3 Kilrea United at Jennings Park No.1 Church Street 0 v 8 Rosario YC at Jennings Park No.2 Killymoon Res 0 v 3 Newry Celtic at Mid Ulster Sports Arena, Cookstown Rossowen 1 v 5 […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results 30/08/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 30 AUGUST 2025 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballybot United 2 v 1 Orchard United at The Barley Field Cleary Celtic 3 v 1 Rossowen at Olympic Park Newry Celtic 5 v 3 Millburn United at Artie Green Park DIVISION ONE – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Archview United P v P Lisdrum FC at Jennings Park No.1 POSTPONED Greenfield Park 4 v 0 Killeavy United at Willie Davis Park Mayobridge 6 v 1 Rockview United at Clonallon Park