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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Town Hall Lit up for Action Mesothelioma Day

Chairperson Councillor Michael Savage has lit up Newry Town Hall and Down Leisure Centre blue this evening to mark ‘Action Mesothelioma Day’. Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos that deserves more attention. The Chairperson said “It is import to highlight the Meso campaign and make people aware of this type of cancer […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Missing Person Appeal Last Seen in Newry

Police are becoming increasingly concerned about the whereabouts of 51 year old Dilara Rostami. Last seen in the Newry area around 0030 hours on River Street, Newry. He is approx 5ft 6 with dark hair and last seen wearing a black coat, blue Jeans and white trainers. If you have seen Dilara or have any […]

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Community Constituency Council Education Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Careers Inspiration Event for Year 9 Pupils

Year 9 pupils from Newry, Mourne and Down attended an interactive careers inspiration event called 4C UR Future LIVE. The innovative event, held in Newry Leisure Centre on Thursday 9 June, was organised by 4C UR Future – a not-for-profit Community Interest Company – in partnership with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.   4C […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Health Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Council Provides Free Health MOTs for Men’s Health Week

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council hosted a Men’s Health Event in partnership with the Rural Health Partnership Clanrye Group, Bolster, Rural Health Partnership, the Council’s Health and In-equalities dept, P.I.P.S, and Aware NI on Thursday 16 June in Slieve Gullion. The event included free taster workshops, activities and health checks as part of a […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Comedy and Mocktails Provide A Night You WILL Remember

Over three-quarters of adults in Northern Ireland drink alcohol but consuming too much can seriously affect our health. Therefore, to mark Alcohol Awareness Week between 20-26 June, a comedy and mocktail night was held at Centred Soul, Newry on Friday 24 June to help understand our drinking behaviour and explore our relationship with alcohol. The […]

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Community Constituency Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Kimmins Urges DVA to do More to Clear MOT Backlog

Sinn Féin MLA, Liz Kimmins has urged DVA to do more to help clear the backlog facing people applying for an MOT. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “We’ve been contacted by a number of people who have had difficulty in securing an MOT appointment in good time or even at a test centre close […]

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Community Constituency Entertainment Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh

Here Comes the ‘Newry Colour Run’ in Aid of PIPS Hope & Support

Newry is ready to host one of the most exciting events of the year for the whole family and community with light-hearted amusement, fun and frivolity for all ages. PIPS Hope & Support are delivering the ‘Newry Colour Run’ on Sunday 3rd July from 11:00am at Greenbank Industrial Estate, starting from the Shamrocks GFC. Entries […]

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Business Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Newry Chamber

Newry Chamber Launches Employee and Team Awards

Newry Chamber are delighted to announce details of their Employee & Team Awards 2022. Entries are now open and organisations in the Greater Newry Area are encouraged to nominate across the 21 categories. The Gala Awards Ceremony takes place on Thursday 8th September 2022 at the Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry. A spokesperson for Newry Chamber […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Harte Meets Roads Service over Peter McParland Park Safety Concerns

Sinn Féin councillor Valerie Harte along with Liz Kimmins MLA and Mickey Brady MP met with DFI to highlight serious road safety concerns for children and local residents at Peter McParland Park. The Newry City councillor said: “We met with a DFI engineer and some local residents at Peter McParland park to discuss the serious […]

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Crime Newry

Police Appeal Following Newry Burglary

Police are currently investigating a Burglary that occurred at approximately 1200 pm today along the Low Road in Newry. We believe the vehicle involved is a Red Mini with two White stripes along the bonnet also it has a White roof. Registration 04-D-74395. If you think you may have been in the area at the […]

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Advertising Business Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh

McEvoys Launch New Embroidery Website

Newry based business McEvoys has launched a new embroidery website. The Monaghan Street store has been at the forefront of local business in Newry for years and has always been the focal point for clothes and uniforms. McEvoys can now proudly add embroidery to their massive portfolio with the launch of a new website. Speaking […]

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Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Cost of Living Putting Huge Pressure on Women’s group – Kimmins

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins said the cost of living crisis is putting huge pressure on community organisations such as Women’s Aid. Liz Kimmins was speaking after she and the Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey MLA met with Women’s Aid in Newry. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Workers and families across the north are struggling, […]