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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Council Launches ‘Be Active’ Summer Programme

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is excited to announce the launch of the new ‘Be Active Summer Programme’ for 2023. The fun filled programme opened for bookings on Monday 19 June and is designed to provide children and young people with a range of activities and sports to keep them entertained throughout the summer […]

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Advertising Business Cathal Fegan's Tae Kwon Do Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport

64 Local Fighters Heading to European TKD Tournament

A Newry based Tae Kwon Do club is currently preparing for the European TKD Championships this weekend in Lisburn with the successful trophy laden club busy with preparation for another potential trophy haul. Cathal Fegans Schools of Tae Kwon Do has established itself as one of the most successful clubs in Ireland. The club obtained […]

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

McNulty: Children Will Lose Out Due to End of School Sports Programme

SDLP Sports Spokesperson Justin McNulty has said that children will lose out following a decision to end the school sports programme. The programme was delivered by IFA and GAA coaches in over 200 schools across the North. The Department of Education said there was no funding to continue to continue the programme due to budgetary […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Newry and Armagh Sport Upper Bann

Search is on to Identify Nominees for Junior Sports Awards 2023

Individuals, schools and sports clubs have until 5pm on Friday 7 July to nominate young people aged 18 and under who brought pride and prestige to the borough through their outstanding sporting achievements. Organised by Armagh Banbridge and Craigavon Sports Forum in partnership with Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, these annual awards recognise […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Results / Fixtures – 13/5/23

RESULTS: 13–05-2023 (Sat) Electric Ireland Ulster GAA Football Minor Championship Quarter Finals Owenbeg 13:00 Derry 2-15   0-01 Antrim O’Neills Healy Pk 13:00 Tyrone 6-21   2-04 Fermanagh Castleblayney 13:00 Monaghan 2-15   2-05 Armagh Kingspan Breffni 18:30 Cavan 2-07   1-11 Donegal  GAA Hurling Minor Celtic Challenge Semi Finals Garvaghey 12:00 Tyrone 2-10   […]

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Community Government Sport Stormont

SDLP Call for Rory Gallagher to Stand Aside

SDLP East Derry MLA Cara Hunter has called the manager of the Derry senior Gaelic football team to stand aside ahead of this weekend’s Ulster Final after allegations of domestic violence were made against him. Ms Hunter said that women and girls across Ireland will not be able to support his leadership of the team […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Welcomes Respect for Sundays USF Championship Final

Ulster GAA has commented ahead of Sunday’s Ulster Senior Football Championship Final in Clones. In a statement Provincial Secretary and CEO Brian McAvoy urged people travelling to the game to respect the occasion and make it a joyous one for all. He said; “Clones will be beaming on Sunday with a full capacity St. Tiernach’s […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Buttercrane Sponsor New Ashgrove Girls Team

Buttercrane is proud to support the launch of Ashgrove Rovers new junior girls’ team. The Club which was established 15 years ago by a small group of parents, now has a membership of over 200 players and fields 12 teams. The girls’ squad has been under development over the last year and membership ranges from […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Craigavon Government Sport Upper Bann

On Your Marks, Get Set, Go for Annual Craigavon Lakes 10k, 5k & 1k races!

Athletes, fun runners and active families are being urged to lace up their running shoes and register for the annual Craigavon Lakes 10K race, 5K run or 1K fun run taking place on Wednesday 7th June 2023! Organised by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, and sponsored and supported by Tesco, McKeever Sports and […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Council Celebrates Sporting Stars at NMD Sports Awards

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in association with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA) welcomed over 250 guests to the Canal Court Hotel, Newry on Wednesday 29 March for the NMD Sports Awards 2022. The event celebrates the remarkable achievements of teams and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to sport […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Newry City AFC Appoint New Manager

Newry City AFC Chairman Martin McLoughlin has confirmed the appointment of Gary Boyle as First team Manager at Newry City AFC. Martin commented “Gary has been Darren’s assistant for a number of years and his football qualities as well as his dedication and professionalism have been evident throughout meaning it was both an easy and […]

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Community Constituency Government South Down Sport Stormont Warrenpoint

McGrath Gives Full Support to Warrenpoint FC

SDLP South Down MLA Colin McGrath has expressed his full support for Warrenpoint FC following the IFA’s decision to refuse its application for a Championship License and Promotion License for participation next season. Mr McGrath said: “Like many political representatives, I was recently contacted by the management of Warrenpoint FC following the IFA’s decision to […]