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Kimmins: Innovative Wastewater Approach Unlocks Economic Growth In Newry

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 […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Murder Investigation Launched In City

Detectives from the Police Service, who launched a murder investigation, following the death of a man in Newry, have named the deceased as 40-year-old Igors Gavrilovs. A 50-year-old woman has been charged with murder and appeared before Newry Magistrates Court today, Tuesday 1st July. As is normal procedure, all charges are reviewed by the Public […]

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Ratcliffe: “Children’s Safety Must Come Before Policy! – Lower Speed Limit at Markethill High!”

TUV Councillor Keith Ratcliffe has called on the Department for Infrastructure to urgently reconsider its refusal to reduce the speed limit on the Mowhan Road in Markethill, directly outside Markethill High School. In a letter to Roads Service, Cllr Ratcliffe highlighted persistent concerns raised by local parents, school staff, and residents about the dangers posed […]

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Barcelona Bound For Chester

The amazing CFTKD squad from the Cathal Fegan School of Taekwondo are off to compete at the World Championships in Barcelona — and they’re taking someone very special with them. Chester’s Chance is proudly displayed on every team shirt, with our little lion right there on their jerseys — a symbol of strength, bravery, and […]

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An All-Ireland Health and Care Service Essential For Citizens – Dáire Hughes MP

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 […]

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Newry: Woman Charged With Murder at Fisher Park

Detectives investigating the suspicious death of a man in Newry, having commenced a murder investigation, have today, Monday 30 June, charged a woman to court. A 40-year-old man sadly died, on Saturday 28 June, having sustained a serious injury in the Fisher Park area of the city. The woman, aged 50, has been charged with […]

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McNulty Condemns Pipe Bomb Attack

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has condemned a pipe bomb attack on the home of a young family in the area. It happened in Mullaghbawn in the early hours of Friday morning. Nobody was injured in the incident. Newry & Armagh MLA Mr McNulty said: “Mullaghbawn is an idyllic rural village situated in […]

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Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

New Service Announcement from PIPS Suicide Prevention Charity

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 […]

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Community Constituency Government Housing Newry Newry and Armagh Stormont

Newry: Grant Calls On Housing Executive to Deal With Ombudsman Issues

Responding to reports that the Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman has launched an investigation into the Northern Ireland Housing Executive. Nicola Grant said that the housing executive had a legal and moral obligation to ensure that all their properties are maintained to the highest standards.  Ms. Grant went on to say that repairs must be dealt […]

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Newry: Man Dies In Hospital Following Suspicious Circumstances at Fisher Park

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Serious Crime Branch have launched an investigation following the suspicious death of a man in Newry today, Saturday 28th June. Commenting, Detective Chief Inspector Tom Phillips said: “At around 12.45pm, police received a report that a man, aged in his 40s, had sustained a serious injury in […]

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Newry Must Remain a Key Investment Location In Irish Government’s National Development Plan

Newry City must retain its unique place as the only key Northern investment location within the Irish Government’s National Development Plan (NDP). That’s the view outlined by Newry Chamber in its submission to the NDP Consultation which closed today, Thursday 26th June 2025. Newry Chamber, along with Dundalk and Drogheda Chambers, made individual and joint […]

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Free Events at Buttercrane This Summer

Throughout July and August, Buttercrane will host a series of free events as part their ‘Summer Fest’ campaign. The schedule kicks off on Thursday 3rd July with a Summer Glow Up beauty event with one of the leading MUAs in the UK, Belfast-born Paddy McGurgan. Hosted in our new dedicated event zone in the North Mall beside […]