Categories
Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Memorial Unveiled in Newry to Honour TT Winning Motorcyclist Norman Brown

A memorial has been unveiled in Newry to honour the TT winning motorcyclist Norman Brown. In the short 4 years Norman raced competitively he amassed over 40 wins and over 50 other podium finishes. It was on the 1st Sept 1981 that he first visited the Isle Of Man to compete at the Manx GP […]

Categories
Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Two Men Arrested Following Searches of Three Properties in Newry

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch have conducted pro-active searches of three properties in the Newry area earlier today and arrested two men. Detective Inspector Shaw said: “The men, aged 33 and 69, were arrested on suspicion of possession on class B drugs and possession of class B drugs with […]

Categories
Advertising Community Newry South Armagh

Killeavy Castle Estate Plants Seeds for Growth and Sustainability With £500,000 Investment

Officially unveiled by the owners of Killeavy Castle Estate, Sydney-based businessman Mick Boyle and his wife Robin, Killeavy Castle Estate has just launched an Estate Farm Store and Estate Gardens following a further £500,000 investment.  Originally from South Armagh, Mick Boyle and Robin acquired Killeavy Castle in 2013, and over the past nine years have […]

Categories
Community Newry

Southern Area Hospice are Appealing for People to Join their Lottery for Just £1 per Week

Southern Area Hospice Services are appealing for people to join their weekly lottery for just £1 which will provide them with a vital source of regular income. A regular source of income will help the Hospice plan for the future and make long-term improvements for patient and their families. By joining the lottery, you are […]

Categories
Government Health Newry Politics Stormont

Health Minister Needs to Support Care Workers With Fuel Costs – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has called on the Health Minister Robin Swann to increase the mileage allowance for community carers in light of the surging cost of petrol and diesel. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “The Health Minister needs to urgently increase the mileage allowance for our hard pressed care workers who are […]

Categories
Armagh Community Newry Politics South Armagh

TUV Welcomes GB News Live Twelfth Coverage

Statement by TUV Newry and Armagh spokesperson Keith Ratcliffe: “Within 24 hours of the announcement by the BBC that they were binning live coverage of the Twelfth TUV had made contact with GB News about the possibility of them filling the gap and therefore I am absolutely delighted that the channel has stepped in and […]

Categories
Armagh Community Government Infrastructure Newry South Armagh Sport Stormont

McNulty Welcomes Ruling on Casement Park

SDLP Newry & Armagh Justin McNulty has welcomed the ruling that planning permission for the new stadium at Casement Park can proceed. A legal challenge against the planning permission was rejected in the High Court recently.  Mr McNulty said the ruling was a watershed moment for the long-awaited project and he hoped to see work commence as […]

Categories
Campaigns Community Daisy Hill Government Health Newry Stormont

Nurses’ Formal Pay Dispute ‘Deeply Worrying Development!’ – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has said the nurses’ formal trade dispute over pay is a deeply worrying development. Liz Kimmins said: “The Tory government has treated health workers who have been on the frontline over the two years of the pandemic with contempt. “Health workers who have been delivering vital healthcare in challenging circumstances not only during the pandemic […]

Categories
Business Community Council Government Louth Louth County Council Newry Newry Chamber

Cross Border Business Cruise Launches on Carlingford Lough

A new evening cruise bringing together six cross border business groups has been launched. A collaboration between Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda, Kilkeel, Newry and Warrenpoint Chambers of Commerce and the recently formed South Armagh Business Improvement Group, will see over 200 guests come together. The cruise takes place on Thursday 16th June in the stunning surroundings […]

Categories
Advertising Newry South Armagh

Get 15% Off a Midweek Break at Killeavy Castle Estate this June

The Relax and Refresh Experience: Escape with an overnight stay for two people in a Superior Guestroom and a 3-course evening meal in our Bistro Bar. Explore our woodland walks before relaxing with complimentary use of the Spa Thermal areas. Includes a full Irish breakfast each morning of your stay. Book online for the Relax […]

Categories
Community Health Newry

Foster Families Connect Through Art in Newry Studio Twenty Three

On Tuesday 24th May, 31 children from foster families in the Southern Trust attended a mini art gallery showing at Studio Twenty-three in Newry. The event was a final celebration after a 3-week online art course which resulted from a collaboration between CEO of Studio Twenty-three, Frankie Bannon and the local authority. Studio Twenty Three […]

Categories
Business Community Newry Newry Chamber Sport

Newry Chamber Members Collaborate for a Fundraising Event in Newry

Teamwear company, Playr-fit have organised a Business 5 aside football tournament which takes place on Friday 17th June with all proceeds going to PIPS Hope and Support Charity. This event takes place at the Newry cages, home of Newry City AFC who recently got promoted to the Irish Premiership.  A great response was received for […]