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Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart has raised serious concerns over the DAERA Minister’s decision to appoint a former Dublin Government Chief Veterinary Officer to lead an external review into the Fivemiletown cattle massacre. Ms Lockhart challenged the appointment, saying it raises legitimate questions around perceived conflict of interest, institutional independence and whether a review conducted […]
By Donal McMahon A Stormont department key to appointing “commissioners” to a Co Down port says it has no need for councillors amid a stink protest.The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) Minister Liz Kimmins has invited councillors to apply to the board of Warrenpoint Harbour Authority (WHA), following resignations last July over concerns of foul odours in […]
Thousands more people across Northern Ireland are benefitting from faster access to sight saving treatment as investment through the Executive’s Programme for Government continues to transform ophthalmology services. Alongside significantly reducing cataract surgery waiting times, the Elective Care Framework is expanding capacity for time critical glaucoma services and delivering targeted reductions in waiting times for […]
Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has welcomed the granting of Royal Assent to the Sign Language Act, marking a historic and transformative moment for sign language users across Northern Ireland. The Act provides formal recognition and support for sign language, helping to ensure that Deaf people can participate more fully in society and access public services […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has visited the recently refurbished Traffic Information and Control Centre (TICC) in Belfast. The Traffic Information and Control Centre has been refurbished to create a more collaborative working environment to deal with weather and other emergencies as well as traffic management across NI. The Centre runs 24 hours a day, seven […]
By Kevin McAteer If you are homeless and the Housing Executive places you in emergency or temporary accommodation, do you lose your housing points? Here is what the official rules actually say. There can be a lot of confusion around Northern Ireland’s social housing points system. One question in particular regularly causes concern: “If the […]
By Kevin McAteer The Carnbane League First Division has long carried a reputation as one of the most competitive parts of the local football calendar — and there is little to suggest the 2026/27 campaign will be any different. Nine clubs will line up this season with ambitions ranging from challenging for promotion to climbing […]
Orchard County overcome Cavan in thrilling Croke Park battle to capture Premier Junior crown ARMAGH 0-17 | CAVAN 0-15 Armagh are All-Ireland champions after overcoming Ulster rivals Cavan in a dramatic Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Premier Junior Camogie Championship Final at Croke Park. The Orchard County emerged victorious on a 0-17 to 0-15 scoreline, finally getting […]
By Kevin McAteer As the countdown to the new Carnbane League season comes to an end, clubs across the region will once again dream of league titles, promotion, cup success and local bragging rights. After months of preparation, the wait is almost over, and the opening fixtures will provide the first glimpse of what promises […]
The Loughside Festival Committee is delighted to announce the launch of the 2026 Loughside Festival, which will take place in Warrenpoint from Saturday 8 August to Sunday 16 August 2026. The week-long celebration promises a packed programme of family entertainment, live music, cultural events, sporting activities, community celebrations and the much-anticipated fireworks display, offering something […]
The Southern Trust has been awarded the prestigious Baby Friendly Award for the Neonatal Unit in Craigavon Area Hospital and Special Care Baby Unit in Daisy Hill Hospital. The Stage Three Accreditation through the charity UNICEF recognises that both facilities have achieved the highest standards of care, ensuring parents receive consistent support to develop close relationships […]
The Newry Pride parade will set off from Newry Leisure Centre at 1pm on August 22nd. Register for your group or club to walk via the online form https://forms.gle/3vthE12zAbE7oNzJ6 It will travel down Monaghan Street onto Merchants Quay and around Sugar Island, to its final destination Marcus Square where there will be a Party in the Square. Party all day in Marcus […]
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