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The Construction Industry Training Board NI (CITB NI) in partnership with Southern Regional College has announced the SkillBuild NI 2026 regional competition. The annual competition will take place on Tues 19 May 2026, at Southern Regional College, Greenbank Campus, Newry. The annual competition is a search for the top performers within construction apprenticeship and traineeship programmes […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes and local Sinn Féin Councillor Declan Murphy have welcomed confirmation that resurfacing works at Meadowbrook Park Newry, have been secured and work will commence on 27th February. Dáire Hughes MP said: “This is very welcome news for the local community, residents, families and pedestrians, and this resurfacing will significantly improve […]
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has launched a new strategy to protect Northern Ireland’s marine environment over the next five years. The Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Strategy for the Northern Ireland Inshore Region 2025–2030 sets out how Northern Ireland will further develop and manage its network of MPAs to safeguard key habitats and species, close remaining […]
More than 120 secondary school pupils showcased their technical ability and professional talent at Southern Regional College’s annual inter-campus competition on Tuesday 3 February. The event brought together students from across the region to compete in a wide range of vocational disciplines. In the construction trades, competitors demonstrated their expertise in brickwork, joinery, tiling, plumbing […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Geraldine Kearns has welcomed resurfacing at Erskine Street Newry, which commenced on 23rd February. Councillor Kearns said: “It’s really good to see this work finally getting underway on Erskine Street. The road surface has been in a dire condition, and it is great to see action being taken to address this. “This […]
Ulster Unionist Economy spokesperson Diana Armstrong MLA has warned that rising global instability is now directly impacting households across Northern Ireland, with home heating oil prices climbing sharply. Diana Armstrong MLA said: “The escalating conflict in the middle east is once again demonstrating how events thousands of miles away can have direct and immediate consequences […]
A multi-million pound investment in a new recreational hub at Camlough Lake has secured planning approval. The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council project will provide water and non-water based activities, including a single storey multi-use building, outdoor space with external showers, changing facilities, a slipway and floating pontoon, kayak storage and picnic areas, enhanced […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the announcement of a brand new ‘Walking for All’ programme, a major cross-border initiative supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), and led by Outscape, launched on Friday 27 February 2026 at The Junction, Dungannon. Supported by €7.5 million from the Special […]
More than 100 people attended Newry’s first ever Indo Celtic Fusion Fest, which took place at Threeways Community Centre on Tuesday 24 February. Organised by Newry Indian Arts Club, the vibrant cultural celebration brought together Indian and Irish cultures with a rich blend of traditional music, dance and art. The event was delivered with support […]
Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart MP is calling on the Chancellor to use the upcoming Spring Budget to right the wrongs of her previous actions. In a letter addressed to the Rachel Reeves MP, the DUP’s Westminster Agriculture spokesperson, has urged the Treasury to reconsider its inheritance tax reforms, and deliver meaningful and practical support […]
Evora Hospice launches its Big Bucket Collection 2026, calls for volunteers to come forward 26.02.2026: As Evora Hospice prepares for its Big Bucket Collection 2026, bringing volunteers into towns and villages across Armagh, Down and Tyrone to raise vital funds for specialist palliative care, its voluntary services manager, Rosie Teggarty, reflects on the dignified care her […]
Sinn Féin MLA Deirdre Hargey said the decision to withdraw 50:50 has had a ‘hugely negative impact’ on recruitment. The Policing Board member was speaking following a meeting with the PSNI Chief Constable, which Michelle O’Neill and Gerry Kelly also attended. “For the PSNI to succeed in delivering a modern and representative policing service, it […]
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