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Four men, aged 22, 23, 25 and 40 were arrested following a report of a burglary in the Dobsons Way area of Bessbrook last Saturday (19th March). The 22, 23 and 25 year old males were arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including aggravated burglary and criminal damage. The 40 year old male […]
Five brightly painted ‘Chatty Benches’ have been installed across the borough to help bring local people together, thanks to a partnership between Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and the ABC Loneliness Network. Located in The Palace Demesne, Solitude Park, Lurgan Park, Edenvilla Park and Tannaghmore Gardens, the new Chatty Benches offer a spot for […]
Even the rain didn’t dampen spirits down at Tannaghmore Rare Breeds Animal Farm as the team welcomed Countryfile favourite and son of Rare Breed’s Survival Trust founder, Adam Henson for a special tour. Owned and maintained by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough (ABC) Council, the farm is the only Rare Breed’s Survival Trust (RBST) […]
A new advertising campaign was recently brought in by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) to warn those not paying their car tax that they risk their vehicle getting clamped and impounded. Responsible for maintaining 49 million driver and 40 million vehicle records, the DVLA’s campaign launch is headlined with the slogan ‘don’t risk […]
Newry based business Talon Security and Services are now offering an array of accredited courses. The Newry business has expanded its portfolio further and along with its incredible reputation each course is accredited with the relevant regulator. Speaking to Clanrye News and Sport a spokesperson for the company said: “We are very proud at Talon […]
Independent Newry City Councillor Gavin Malone has declared his intention to stand in the upcoming Assembly election in Newry and Armagh. The popular Newry City Councillor amassed an incredible 2,296 first preference votes in the 2019 Council election in Newry DEA. His announcement is sure to rock the political spectrum in Newry and Armagh. Speaking […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Barra Ó Muirí says that NMDDC’s Working Group on Irish Unity will provide an opportunity to discuss how the council can prepare, plan and consult on the possibility of constitutional change in Ireland. The group will be established following the passing of a motion proposed by Cllr Ó’ Muirí and seconded by […]
DUP MP Carla Lockhart has spoken of the fact that she is pleased that Richmond Heights, Banbridge is now being classed as a priority by the Department for Infrastructure however, has expressed frustration that there remains no start date for the much needed resurfacing of the development. Speaking having received the confirmation Carla Lockhart […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Cathy Mason has been overwhelmed by community support for the Council’s efforts to donate clothes, blankets and other essential items in response to the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Donation points were recently opened in Newry Leisure Centre and Down Leisure Centre to enable residents to drop-off […]
Three plaster models from the Proud People sculpture in Newry, along with some of the sculptor’s preparatory drawings and photographs, are now displayed in Newry and Mourne Museum. The sculpture, which stands in Hill Street and depicts various phases in the history of Newry, was commissioned in 1994 as part of the celebrations to mark […]
In October 2021, the British Government published official reports detailing a proposal which would see a transformative overhaul of the UK economy and its tax system as the country looks to seek out strategies to tackle the global climate crisis. Following the COP26 summit, where over 150 countries committed to the terms of the Paris […]
A new initiative to address skills shortages and improve employment opportunities for those interested in a career in the transport and logistics industry, has been established by Newry Mourne and Down District Council through the Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership, in conjunction with a number of key local firms. The Newry, Mourne and […]
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