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

Newry Pantomime Celebrates 50 Years of Magic, Laughter, and Community Spirit

This year marks a golden milestone for one of Newry’s most beloved traditions. The Newry Pantomime is celebrating 50 years of bringing joy, laughter and spectacular performances to generations of audiences. Since beginning in 1976, the Newry Pantomime has grown into a cherished cultural event that unites families, friends and community members every festive season. […]

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Community Constituency Council Entertainment Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Stormont

Kimmins Welcomes Green Light for Newry Music Festival

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the decision by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Economy, Regeneration & Tourism Committee to give the green light to an annual music festival for Newry. Ms Kimmins said: “This is very welcome progress following our Sinn Féin team working with council officials and local events operators to […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Results – 13/01/26

RESULTS:  13-01-2026 (Tue) Ulster GAA Conor McGurk Cup   Semi Final    The Dub         19:30    Derry 2-15 0-14    Down 14–01-2026 (Wed)  Bank of Ireland Ulster GAA Dr McKenna Cup   Semi Finals Celtic Park 19:30 Derry 1-16   1-18 Donegal Inniskeen 19:30 Monaghan 1-15   2-10 Tyrone 17-01-2026 (Sat) Ulster GAA Conor McGurk Cup   Final    Celtic […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Obituaries

The Death Has Occurred of Mickey Brady

Brady, Mickey (Michael) – Welfare Rights Activist, MLA, MP. Passed away 16th January 2026, aged 75 years, at Craigavon Area Hospital. Beloved husband of Caroline, loving father of Saoirse, Michael, Seán and Niall and Lewis, a devoted grandfather, predeceased by his parents Sally and Willie, his brother Jim and his late wife Rose. Funeral arrangements […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Remain In Bessbrook Following House Fire

Police remain in the Thomas Street area of Bessbrook this evening, Sunday 18th January, following a house fire. Inspector Porter said: “Thankfully, no-one sustained serious injury during the fire. “I want to reassure the community that, while there is no ongoing risk to the public, our officers will be remaining in the area to carry […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Pet Dog Dead In Petrol Bomb Attack As 50 Yr Old Sustains Burn Injuries

Detectives are investigating a petrol bomb attack on a house in Newry in the early hours of today, Wednesday 14th January, which injured residents. It was reported around 2.20am that a suspected petrol bomb had been thrown through the living room window of a house in Clonmore in the Armagh Road area of the city.  […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council Welcomes Funding for Three Greenways in Newry, Mourne and Down

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the announcement of funding from the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) to carry out feasibility work on three new Greenways across the district. The funding was announced this week by Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins as part of the Department’s continued support for councils to develop active travel and […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Major £800,000 Investment Delivers Real Boost for Newry – Harte

Councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed the announcement of over £800,000 in public realm and road improvements for Newry by the Departments for Communities and Infrastructure. Speaking after the joint announcement, Councillor Harte described the scheme as a major delivery for Newry and its communities. “We have been lobbying DFI for a number of years for […]

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Community Sport

Ulster GAA Results – 08/01/26

RESULTS:  08–01-2026 (Thur)  Ulster GAA Conor McGurk Cup   Quarter Finals Darver   20:00 Louth 1-12   3-14 Down Convoy    19:45 Donegal 3-13   3-13 Tyrone     *Donegal won 4-3 on pens         11–01-2026 (Sun)  Bank of Ireland Ulster GAA Dr McKenna Cup   Round 3 Pomeroy 13:30 Tyrone 0-18   1-11 […]

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Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh

Southern Regional College Secures Dual Investors In People Success

Southern Regional College as strengthened its position as a peoplecentred, highperforming organisation after being awarded the We Invest in Wellbeing Standard Award for the first time and successfully retaining the We Invest in People Silver Award.   The College first achieved Investors in People (IIP) recognition in 2012 and has sustained its accreditation across every […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Two Men Caught on Roof of Belleek Property In Attempted Burglary

Police have made two arrests in connection with an attempted burglary in south Armagh. A report was received at approximately 6.10am today, Sunday 11th January, of a suspected burglary at licensed premises in the Main Street area of Belleeks. Inspector Ritchie said: “Two men were observed on the roof of the property – and when […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 10/01/26

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 10 JANUARY 2026 SAT 10 JANUARY 2026 – FONA CAB JUNIOR CUP – ROUND 4 – KICK-OFF 1.30 PM Cleary Celtic 4 v 1 Holywood II at Olympic Park, Derrylecka Newry Celtic P v P Ballinamallard Utd Res at Jennings Park No.1 SAT 10 JANUARY 2026 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM […]