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Northern Ireland is facing a housing emergency of historic proportions. With homelessness rising, social housing waiting lists surging, and affordability worsening, families and individuals are struggling to find safe and permanent shelter. Housing Demand Soars As of 31st March 2025, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) waiting list reached 49,083 households an increase of around 25% since […]
Harbour workers in Kilkeel availed of free health and wellbeing support during a recent Sea-Fit Wellness Event, held on Friday 11 July. Organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Health Inequalities Team and the Mournes District Electoral Area Forum (DEA), the event was delivered in partnership with the Fishermen’s Mission. Over 25 participants took […]
By Nicola Grant I’ve lived with endometriosis for most of my life — and I wouldn’t wish the journey on anyone. It started when I was young, with extremely heavy periods and agonising pain that no one seemed to understand. I was told over and over again it was “just bad periods.” It wasn’t. Eventually, […]
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging anyone choosing to drink alcohol during the Twelfth of July celebrations, to keep an eye on their drinking by making a sensible plan and sticking to it. Whether it is drinking at home, at a party, at an eleventh night bonfire, or at a parade, everyone is being […]
Newry Chamber has welcomed the news that Newry is to get a new innovative wastewater pilot scheme that will release urgently needed capacity to free up development across the city over the next 5-10 years. Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins MLA announced the scheme this week which represents potential investment by NI Water and the Department […]
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes has welcomed the announcement that 400 new properties in Newry will be connected to the wastewater system. This innovation will open Newry up for investment for 10 years. The news came from Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins, who made the announcement with NI Water in the city yesterday. “Minister Kimmins is […]
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has praised NI Water for finding a new and innovative solution to unlocking wastewater connections which will allow 400 new properties to be connected in Newry. Speaking during a visit to Newry Wastewater Treatment Works, Liz Kimmins said: “I have consistently said that innovative thinking and working in partnership hold the key to unlocking our wastewater constraints. Connecting 400 […]
Dáire Hughes, Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, has welcomed the publication of a new discussion document, ‘The Case for An Irish National Health and Care Service’, stating that an all-Ireland approach is necessary for citizens. Speaking after the launch, Dáire Hughes MP said; “This is an important contribution to the ongoing debate on […]
New Service Announcement from PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity We’re here when it matters most. Starting Friday 27th June 2025, PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity is launching a Friday Night Crisis Helpline to support those in distress when other services are unavailable. Every Friday Night from 9pm – 10am Saturday Morning This is a telephone-only service offering […]
SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has congratulated the Southern Area Hospice on its 35th anniversary and the launch of its new name and brand: Evora Hospice. “35 years ago, the Southern Area Hospice was founded on compassion, dignity, and community care. Over more than three decades, it has touched the lives of countless […]
Following the sold-out success of their first wellness collaboration, Finegan & Son, based in Newry City Centre and Revive Saunas, Rostrevor are thrilled to announce an immersive nature-and-nourishment experience on Saturday, June 28th. Set against the stunning local landscape, including the beautiful Slieve Roosley this unique event offers guests a rejuvenating combination of sunset sauna […]
The Shinken Shobu Ryu Judo club based in Warrenpoint have had a busy 3 weeks with team members competing in Craigavon, Dublin, and High Wycombe. First up we had father and son team Martin and Charlie Fearon at the Shinsei judo club Kyu grade (coloured belts) shiai competition. The pair travelled to the south lakes’ […]
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