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

Cost of Living Putting Huge Pressure on Women’s group – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins said the cost of living crisis is putting huge pressure on community organisations such as Women’s Aid. Liz Kimmins was speaking after she and the Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA met with Women’s Aid in Newry. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Workers and families across the north are struggling, […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Community Kick Programmes Take Place this Summer

RESPECT have a number of 4 week Community Kicks Programmes taking place throughout the Newry City area over the summer months of July and August for young people aged 11 and above.  These programmes are FREE and will run in the following areas:  – Lisgullion Area (Playing fields / MUGA) – Meadow Area (Jennings Park) […]

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Community Council Government Louth Louth County Council Politics

Election of New Mayor and Deputy Mayor, Drogheda Borough Municipal District

Drogheda Borough Municipal District Annual Meeting took place on the evening of Monday 13th June in the Governors House, Millmount.  The order of business of the Annual Meeting saw a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected by Drogheda Borough Municipal District Elected Members as required under Section 36 of the Local Government Act 2001, as […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Government Lurgan Upper Bann

Lavery Welcomes New Bins for Bartin’s Bay

A local Alliance Councillor has welcomed the installation of two additional bins at the Bartin’s Bay scenic area near Gawleys’ Gate. This brings the total number of bins in the area up to five. The scenic area would be a popular spot, particularly during summer, with a number of people launching paddle boards from the site and […]

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ABC Council Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Lurgan Upper Bann Westminster

DUP Reps Welcome Resurfacing of Lisnisky

Carla Lockhart MP and Councillor Margaret Tinsley have given a warm welcome to the completion of resurfacing works in Lisnisky Walk/Lane and Meadows. Speaking on site, the local DUP MP said: “These resurfacing works have been a long time coming so it is fantastic to reach this point. Both Margaret and I have been pushing […]

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ABC Council Armagh Banbridge Community Council Government Health Lurgan Portadown Sport

Lord Mayor Greenfield Announces Extension to SHSCT Adult Learning Disability Carers’ Get Active Card

Newly elected Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Paul Greenfield announces extension to eligibility and duration of the Carers’ Get Active Card Pilot Scheme. Led by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, and Southern Health and Social Care Trust, the collaborative initiative offers a 20% discount to normal membership fees across all […]

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Dáil Éireann Government Louth

Government Response to Passport Chaos is Totally Insufficient – Imelda Munster

Sinn Féin TD for Louth and East Meath Imelda Munster has criticised the government’s insufficient response to the ongoing crisis at the passport office, which has seen chaos for applicants right across the state. Deputy Munster raised the issue with Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien in the Dáil, calling on the government to take urgent […]

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Community Constituency Downpatrick Government Politics South Down Stormont

Patrick Brown MLA Opens Downpatrick Constituency Office

Patrick Brown MLA held the opening of his constituency office Saturday 25th June, with opening hours starting this week. Mr Brown said: ‘I am delighted to have my constituency office and team in place so that we can start delivering for everyone in South Down. Thanks to the support and hard work of everyone involved, […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

Innovative Medical Imaging System to Benefit Patients in the Southern Trust

Southern Health and Social Care Trust are one amongst of number of Trusts across Northern Ireland to benefit from the introduction of a Digital Pathology solution that with benefit patients, staff, and regional services. The Northern Ireland Digital Pathology project, which has been implemented by Business Services Organisation (BSO), is part of Northern Ireland’s Picture […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Casey Encourages Dog Owners to be Responsible and Carry Litter Bags

Sinn Féin councillor, Charlie Casey has called on local dog owners to be responsible and to carry litter bags and pick up after their pets. The Newry City councillor said: “This is an important and serious health issue which is constantly raised by constituents on the doors, in clinics and even when just out walking […]

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Community Health

Dungannon Workhouse Memorial Garden Opening

A special event was held recently to mark the official opening of The Dungannon Workhouse Memorial Garden at South Tyrone Hospital. The garden was created by The Southern Trust as a memorial to all those men, women and children who are buried on the site and includes a special engraved stone in their memory. Members […]

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Armagh Business Constituency Newry and Armagh

Rice’s Hotel Celebrates 15 Years in Business

Nestled in the heart of the community in Poyntzpass is Rice’s Hotel. Established in 1798 when the village was a bustling hub of markets and fairs, Rice’s Hotel was then one of 4 busy hotels frequented by passing business people. Fast forward to 2022 and they still get asked if they have rooms available for […]