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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Two Men Arrested Following Kidnapping In Silverbridge

Detectives have arrested two men following the report of a kidnapping in Silverbridge on Saturday evening, February 17th. It was reported the victim had been bundled into a car, taken to a different location and assaulted before being released. Two men, aged 39 and 45, have been arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, […]

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Climate Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Lurgan Politics Stormont Upper Bann

O’Dowd Reaffirms Commitment to Promoting Biodiversity and Protecting Environment

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has reaffirmed his commitment to promoting biodiversity to help address the climate and nature emergency.  The Minister was speaking on a site visit to the A6 where over 1.2 million trees were planted on the route between Belfast and Derry.  Minister O’Dowd said: “We all have a responsibility to protect the environment […]

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Business Government Politics Stormont Westminster

Over £685 Million For Public Sector Pay

Finance Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA has announced £688 million to prioritise public sector pay awards following Executive agreement today. The allocation was part of the £1.045bn available from the Executive Restoration package for general pressures and pay in 2023-24. Some £22 million of resource funding was also available from the Executive’s own funds. Commenting […]

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Gain Level 3 Certificate of Professional Competence In Road Haulage With Transport Compliance NI

Fancy a career in the fast paced world of road haulage? Gain your level 3 certificate of professional competence in road haulage with Transport Compliance NI Book now through the website! https://www.transportcomplianceni.com/booking/p/cilt-transport-manager-cpc-course #transport #transportmanager #OLAT #trucks #roadhaulage #heavyhaulage #truck #transportmanagement #transportcompany #transportcomplianceni #dva #dvsa #transportation #freight #lorry

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Stephanie McEvoy

McEvoy (Newry) Stephanie died suddenly at home February 12th 2024. Devoted mummy of Kayden, Annalee, Alex and Zoey, loving daughter of Cathy and treasured sister of Christopher, Peadar and Shannon. Stephanie’s remains will repose at her mother’s residence, 287 Barcroft Park, from 1pm tomorrow (Thursday). Removal on Saturday at 10am for 11am Requiem Mass for […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

Sinn Féin Determined to Make Childcare Affordable For All – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said the Executive must work together to deliver a strategy which makes high quality childcare affordable for all families. The party’s social care spokesperson and MLA for Newry and Armagh said: “High-quality, affordable early years and childcare is absolutely essential in ensuring parents can get to work while also giving […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry: £1m Hotel Grant Concerns

By Donal McMahon A major financial tourism package is set to be launched in Newry, Mourne and Down after a four year delay due to Covid. The report on the Tourist Accommodation Funding Programme was presented to the council’s economy, regeneration and tourism (ERT) committee this week. However, no scrutiny was allowed on the £1m funding […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics Sport

Mathers Welcomes Works to Repair Leisure Centre Equipment

Sinn Féin councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed works to repair a number of previously damaged machines in Newry Leisure Centre. The Newry City councillor said: “I was pleased to see that works are now underway to repair a number of machines that had been previously damaged. “The number of damaged machines was a key concern […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Health Newry and Armagh

Southern Trust Celebrates Maureen’s 100th Birthday

The Southern Trust is delighted to mark a significant moment for one of their service users, Maureen, as she celebrates her 100th Birthday. Maureen O’Hare, who attends Orchard Day Centre, recently reached this incredible milestone and the staff ensured she had a memorable celebration. To make the day truly special, Maureen was chauffeured to the […]

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Community Constituency Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

Long Term Solution Needed to Support Children’s Hospice – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said a long term solution to support NI Children’s Hospice is essential. Reacting to the announcement from the Minister of Health, the party’s health spokesperson said: “To fully support NI Children’s Hospice and families, we must develop a long term solution to support the vital work of the Hospice.  […]

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Community Constituency Craigavon Crime Upper Bann

33 Yr Old Arrested Following Seizure of Handgun and Ammunition In Craigavon

Police have arrested a 33-year-old man following the seizure of a handgun and ammunition in Craigavon on Saturday, 10th February. Officers were on mobile patrol in Drumellan estate shortly after 8.30pm when attention was drawn to a man’s suspicious behaviour. When he noticed the police vehicle, he started to run off in the direction of […]

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Advertising Business Community Constituency Lifestyle South Down Warrenpoint

Bus Available to Skylite Room

You ask, you get  Return Bus Option now available every Saturday night to Skylite Room Warrenpoint  Yes lots of people have been asking us to provide a transport option for our Skylite Room events so here it is  Only £10 return ticket   Banbridge 8.30pm Pick up  Newry 9pm Pick up  Kilkeel 8.30pm Pick up  Rostrevor […]