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An emergency motion submitted by Sinn Féin councillors, urging the Department for Infrastructure to reconsider their decision to proceed with a fixed bridge for the Newry Southern Relief Road, has been passed by Newry, Mourne and Down district council. “We are deeply disappointed with the Department for Infrastructures decision to proceed with a fixed bridge for […]
Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte has welcomed approval for plans to build 89 new homes in Newry at the former St. Clare’s convent. The Newry city councillor said: “I’m delighted that planning has been approved for 89 new social and affordable homes here in the heart of Newry city. “This represents an investment of £12M […]
Aontú have announced a Cost-of-Living Public Meeting for March 13th at7.30 pm in The Bank, Trevor Hill in Newry Speaking today, Aontú Rep for Armagh DEA, Daniel Connolly said “Aontúare holding a public meeting on the Cost-of-Living Crisis on March 13that 7.30pm in The Bank, Tervor Hill in Newry. Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín,Aontú Rep for […]
SDLP Crotlieve Councillor Karen McKevitt has welcomed the completion of resurfacing works on Sandy Road and has thanked residents for their patience in waiting for improvements to be made. McKevitt said: ‘Our roads are in a terrible state at the moment and it is currently the number one issue constituents are contacting me about every day. We all see it […]
SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed the announcement of improved road safety measures for Killean Primary School, but says that more needs to be done to guarantee the safety of pupils, parents and teachers. Improved signage and road markings will be installed at Killean PS after extensive lobbying from local representatives and the school community. […]
A cordon is currently in place in the Castleblaney Road area of Keady while police examine a suspicious object. Diversions are in place at the junctions of Derrynoose Road, Davis Street, Crossdened Row and Bridge Street. Members of the public should avoid the area at present. ENDS
County Down law firm Fisher & Fisher is celebrating 125 years in business in 2023. One of Northern Ireland’s largest locally owned practices, it has offices in Newry, Newcastle, Kilkeel, Rathfriland, Belfast and Donaghadee, and is one of the longest established businesses still operating under the same brand name in this area. Fisher & Fisher […]
Newry, Mourne and Down (NMD) District Council is serving up a series of free lunchtime employer engagement events as part of the ‘Great Place to Work’ strand of the NMD Labour Market Partnership. Labour Market Partnerships are funded by the Department for Communities and create targeted employment action plans for council areas, allowing for collaboration […]
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has expressed disappointment that a fixed bridge, not a lifting one, has been chosen for the Southern Relief Road. The Newry & Armagh MLA said: “I’m extremely disappointed to hear that the Department for Infrastructure has decided on a fixed bridge for Newry Southern Relief Road.” “This is an issue […]
Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has called on the British government to meet its commitment to fully replace lost EU funds. Speaking after community groups warned of job losses and the loss of vital skills and training services, the Newry and Armagh MP said: “Recently, the Sinn Féin team met with representatives of the community […]
Newry and Armagh TUV representative Keith Ratcliffe has welcomed recent comments from Lord Frost regarding the Windsor Framework. TUV Newry and Armagh spokesperson Keith Ratcliffe said: “Lord Frost’s comments in the Daily Telegraph about the “Windsor Framework” are a welcome dose of reality and a counter to much of the spin of recent days. “As […]
Patricia Markey R.I.P. 164 Barcroft Park, Newry. Peacefully at Craigavon Area Hospital. Loving mother of Peter, Sean, Anthony, Martin and James. Patricia’s remains will arrive at St Catherine’s Dominican at 6:30pm this evening (Friday) and will repose overnight. Requiem Mass will be held tomorrow (Saturday) at 9:30am. Sorrowfully missed by her loving sons sisters brothers […]
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