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Newry Chamber President Welcomes Restoration of NI Executive

Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade has welcomed the restoration of the NI Executive and urged all parties in Government here to work together for everyone in Northern Ireland. Edwina Flynn, President of Newry Chamber said: “The NI Assembly and the Executive is now back up and running after a two-year absence. During that time, […]

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Work Together CBT and Counselling Launches In Newry

Clanrye News and Sport welcomes the launch of “Work Together CBT and Counselling” in Newry. Set up by two experienced therapists, they offer counselling and CBT in a warm, supportive environment. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a type of talking therapy. It is a common treatment for a range of problems. CBT teaches you coping […]

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NMD Council Agrees Rate Increase

Members of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council have struck the rate for the incoming financial year at 6.41%(last year was 5.99%). The Domestic Rate for 2024/2025 will be 0.4676 pence.  For a property valued at £133,000*, this would lead to an annual increase of £37.46 per year or £3.12per month.  The Non-Domestic District Rate […]

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We Must Hit The Ground Running – Beattie

Speaking after the Ulster Unionist Party decision yesterday to once again take the Department of Health, reappointing Robin Swann MLA as the Health Minister, Party Leader Doug Beattie MC MLA commented:   “The re-establishment of the devolved institutions in Northern Ireland is just the start of a process to deal with the issues affecting all of our people. […]

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O’Toole: SDLP Opposition Determined to Deliver

SDLP Leader of the Opposition Matthew O’Toole has said the party’s Opposition team is determined to deliver for people across Northern Ireland. Mr O’Toole was speaking during the sitting of the Assembly on Saturday. He also challenged the First and deputy First Minister to commit not to collapse Stormont in future. South Belfast MLA Mr […]

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Council Unveils St Patrick’s Day Plans for Newry and Downpatrick

As the countdown to St Patrick’s Day begins, the historic town of Downpatrick and the city of Newry are gearing up for an unforgettable celebration on Sunday 17 March, with events running from 12 noon until 4pm. The St Patrick’s Day festivities promise to be a perfect blend of tradition, culture, and family-friendly activities, and […]

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Senior Council Management Must Step Up To Tackle Leisure Centre Issues – Mathers

Sinn Féin councillor Aidan Mathers has called on senior council management to step up and take real action to address long standing issues with Newry Leisure Centre. The Newry city councillor spoke after organising the latest meeting between senior council management and concerned users of the leisure centre. Councillor Mathers said: “At this latest meeting, […]

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Illumaphonium Installation to Illuminate Night Time Economy In Newry

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce that the immersive light exhibition, Illumaphonium: Halo will open in Newry on Friday 2 February, running for four weeks. This free attraction, funded by the Funded by the Department of Communities, features a dynamic and interactive, multi-sensory, music making installation, created by musician and inventor, […]

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Collins Aerospace Develops Innovative Range of Aircraft Seats Following £16m Investment In Kilkeel

Great news from our Corporate Patron, Collins Aerospace who following a £16m investment at its Kilkeel site will see the development of a new generation of aircraft passenger seats. The US company, which employs around 800 people at its factory in Kilkeel, said the research and development (R&D) programme will see the firm produce a […]

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TUV Urges Anti-Protocol Unionists to Increasingly Stand Together

Speaking at the annual dinner of Newry & Armagh TUV on Saturday evening, Jim Allister reached out to all who continue to stand firm against the Protocol, urging strength and structure in the common cause of necessary opposition to the Protocol and any unionist implementation of it through Stormont. In the course of his remarks […]

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Sinn Féin to Bring ‘Ethical Procurement Policy (EPP)’ Motion to Council – King

Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has announced that Sinn Féin will bring an ‘Ethical Procurement Policy (EPP)’ motion to Newry, Mourne and Down council.  The Newry City councillor said: “Sinn Féin’s ‘Ethical Procurement Policy’ motions will propose that no council awards any contracts or utilises services provided by companies involved in breaching human rights and […]

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Kimmins Welcomes Update on Phase Two of Flood Recovery Funding

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed an update on the second phase of funding to support businesses impacted by the flooding in November. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: Supporting families and businesses impacted by the devastating flooding in November has been a priority for Sinn Féin locally.  After a number of meetings, working […]