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First Minister Designate Michelle O’Neill has welcomed the British government’s decision to exonerate sub-postmasters who were impacted by the Horizon IT scandal. In a letter to the British Secretary of State today, she said that in the absence of an Executive, the British government must ensure local sub-postmasters are also covered. Michelle O’Neill said: “I […]
By Donal McMahon A huge Newry industrial warehouse has been approved despite hundreds of objections to the development in a residential area. The £15m Savage & Whitten wholesale distribution hub was signed off by the planning committee of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) on Wednesday (Jan 10). The Chancellor’s Road Residents Group had objected […]
Submissions for Pinsent Masons’ First Year Law Insight Week student programme will open on Monday, January 15, with the global law firm offering up to six places at its Belfast office. The placement is an excellent opportunity for local students wishing to pursue a career in the legal world by receiving hands-on experience at its […]
Reflecting on the retail landscape of 2023, Buttercrane Centre Manager Peter Murray admits it’s been challenging for many retail brands. The cost-of-living crisis, increasing inflation and rising mortgage rate costs have depleted disposable income. “This affects all sectors as consumers pull back from spending and in particular, we’ve seen this impact the fashion sector. Consumers […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has urged people to support local businesses this Christmas by shopping locally. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The festive season is so important to local businesses, giving them the trade that helps them through the quieter months ahead. “For Newry in particular, this period will be vital for many […]
By Donal McMahon Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has approved free off street parking on Saturdays in December to help flood hit businesses. However, it has come a week late following a party leaders’ decision on December 6 to suspend car parking charges on dates including December, 9, 16 and 23. The strategy, policy […]
Introducing “Rosie and Sunny’s Adventure” – the delightful new children’s book by our very own local talent, Nicola Grant! Captivating readers young and old, this heartwarming tale takes us on a journey with Alexandria, her two adorable pet rabbits Rosie and Sunny, and their magical adventures. This enchanting story is the perfect addition to your […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has said that businesses at Loughbrook Business Park must be supported. Mr. McNulty was speaking after a fire devastated the Business Park last week. “It was shocking to see up close the scale of the damage at Loughbrook Business Park. I was on the ground on the morning […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce their continued partnership and support of Newry Chamber Music. Formed by Camlough siblings, Joanne Quigley McParland and David Quigley in 2002, Newry Chamber Music (NCM) aims to present a wide variety of chamber music styles to their audiences. NCM presents up to eight concerts per […]
Translink is advising passengers to plan their journeys in advance over the festive period, with holiday timetables in effect. NI Railways services will operate as normal on Christmas Eve, with an early evening close. There will be no trains running on Christmas Day or Boxing Day and a Saturday timetable will operate between 27th December and 30th December. […]
Nicola Grant has spoken about “ the sad and devastating news of the overnight fire at commercial premises on the Camlough Road, outside Bessbrook”. The Workers Party representative said, “This is dreadful news for those who work there, the owners of the units and for the local community”. “The impact is made all the worse […]
By Donal McMahon Newry Leisure Centre members are being left “incredibly frustrated” thanks to being unable to gain access to its facilities, councillors have been told. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMDDC) was due to commence essential maintenance works at its city swimming pool last year, but the plans were shelved following an angry reaction by […]
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