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Community Constituency Crime Newry South Down

Police Seek Information on Parochial House Fire In Hilltown

A passing police patrol became aware of a fire at a vacant parochial house, on the Castlewellan Road in Hilltown, shortly before 3am, on Thursday 31st August. NIFRS personnel were in attendance and brought the blaze under control, however, extensive damage has been caused to the property. It is believed at this time that the […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 2/9/23

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 2 SEPTEMBER 2023 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Cleary Celtic        2   v    0     Villa Rovers  at Olympic Park Greenfield Park   2   v    1    Milburn United  at Willie Davis Park                                                 Rossowen             0   v    1   Camlough Rovers at Kilbroney Park DIVISION ONE  – KICK-OFF 2.00 pm Ashgrove Rovers    4  v    […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Stormont

Further Heritage Consultation Is Key to Bridge Solution – SDLP

The solution to an opening bridge on Newry’s proposed Southern Relief Road lies in detailed consultation with Heritage officials the SDLP has said.  Speaking after Department officials addressed Councillors at a special council meeting on Thursday evening, Newry Councillor Michael Savage said: “The Department for Infrastructure needs to engage in more detailed consultation with Heritage […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Fixtures – 9/9/23

CARNBANE LEAGUE FIXTURES FOR SAT 9 SEPTEMBER 2023JUNIOR CUP ROUND 1A TIES – KICK-OFF 1.30 pm Archview United v Glenshane Athletic at Olympic Park Ballybot United v Richhill Res at Jennings Park No. 2 Greenfield Park v Dervock at Willie Davis Park Newry Celtic v Roe Rovers at Artie Green Park Ravenhill YM v Cleary Celtic Trojans YCG v Ballyholland Villa […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Savage Secures Site Meeting for Stony Hill Residents

Newry Councillor Michael Savage has welcomed a commitment from Habinteg Housing Association to facilitate a site meeting with the residents of Stony Hill in Carnegat in the city. It comes after Cllr Savage and Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty were approached by several tenants concerned about several issues on the estate. Cllr Savage said: […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Charged In Newry Assault Were Woman Tragically Lost Her Baby

By Paul Higgins A argument between teenagers in Belfast escalated to a fight in Newry where a pregnant woman has tragically lost her baby after she was allegedly punched and kicked to the stomach and body, a court heard today (mon). Lisburn Magistrates Court was told that after the incident close to the Damolly Road […]

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More Help Needed to Tackle Rising Fuel Costs – Savage

Newry SDLP Councillor has called for more assistance from the government as rising fuel costs put a further squeeze on already struggling local families. He said: “Fuel prices have crept up steadily over the summer months and with back to school just around the corner this is adding an additional burden to families who are […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Men Charged Following Newry Assaults

Detectives in Newry investigating a road traffic collision and number of assaults in the city in the early hours of Sunday, 27th August have charged two men to court. A 33-year-old has been charged with a number of driving offences, as well as grievous bodily harm with intent, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, two counts […]

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McNulty Demands Action From Council on Albert Basin Park Funding!

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has hit out at the “complete lack of urgency” from Council in applying for funding from the PeacePlus Programme to support the development of the Albert Basin Park. Mr. McNulty was speaking after meeting with local campaigners who have made very serious claims that the public are being […]

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Community Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Savage Slams Irresponsible Parking at Bus Stop and Estate

Newry City Councillor Michael Savage has appealed to car owners to park considerably in and around the vicinity of Patrician Park in Carrivemaclone. The SDLP representative was speaking after long suffering residents contacted him with their concerns. “After recently meeting with local residents in Patrician Pak, I was dismayed to see first-hand the level of […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Finn Fights for Train Station Connectivity

SDLP Councillor Doire Finn has welcomed progress with Translink senior management on reinstating full free bus connections from Newry Bus Station to Newry Train Station. It comes after the Newry City representative wrote to Translink Chief Executive, Chris Conway expressing her deep concerns to the cut of the long standing free of charge Bus Service […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Launch of Museums Schools Transport Scheme 2023/2024

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the launch of a new Museums School Transport Scheme for 2023/2024. Available from 1 September 2023, the Council is offering eligible schools within the district up to £200 towards the cost of traveling to both Down County Museum and Newry and Mourne Museum. The transport […]