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Community Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Man Charged to Court Following Two Reports of Criminal Damage In Markethill

A man has been charged to court following two reports of criminal damage in Markethill on Tuesday, 6th January.The man, aged 31, has been charged with a number of offences including common assault, criminal damage and disorderly behaviour. He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday 7th January.  As is usual procedure, […]

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Community Constituency Education Newry Newry and Armagh

Choose Your Local FE College Southern Regional College for University-Level Study

As A-Level pupils across the province prepare to take the next step in their academic journey, Southern Regional College (SRC) is encouraging talented and ambitious young people to explore the wide range of university-level study opportunities available at their local Further Education (FE) College. SRC offers a diverse range of higher education programmes across a […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Councillor Mathers Condemns Dangerous Criminal Attacks on Newry Buses

Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has condemned in the strongest terms a further spate of dangerous and antisocial criminal attacks on buses in Newry, warning that this reckless behaviour is posing a significant risk to the public and having a serious impact on the wider community. Councillor Mathers was speaking following two further attacks on […]

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Community Constituency Council Downpatrick Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics South Down

Chairperson Launches Civic Awards 2026 – #CelebratingWHO Call for Public Nominations

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, has officially launched the Council’s Annual Civic Awards 2026, calling on residents to help shine a spotlight on the people who make a real difference across the district. This year’s awards campaign, #CelebratingWHO, is designed to inspire everyone to pause and think about the individuals […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry South Down

Co Down Man Charged With Sexual Assault

By Paul Higgins A Co. Down man has been charged with the sexual assault of another man.  Although Colm McAvoy did not attend Newry Magistrates Court on Wednesday, a police officer connected the 39-year-old to the single offence in his absence.  McAvoy, with an address on the Tanvally Road in Monteith, understood to be in […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Newry: Man Attacked From Behind In Patrick Street Assault

Police in Newry are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of an assault in the city in the early hours of Saturday 27th December. Sergeant Nelson said: “It was reported that a man was walking in the Patrick Street area sometime between two and three am, when he was assaulted from […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Kilkeel NMD Council Politics South Down

Niall Lawlor Co-Opted on to Newry Mourne and Down District Council

Sinn Féin has selected Niall Lawlor for co-option to replace Leeanne McEvoy as Councillor for the Mournes area on Newry Mourne and Down District Council. Speaking after being selected at a selection convention in Bryansford, Mr. Lawlor said: “I am proud and honoured to have been selected for co-option to Newry Mourne and Down District […]

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Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Newry Newry and Armagh

Hundreds Supported Across Newry as Norbrook Delivers We Care Community Programme

Norbrook has once again demonstrated its strong commitment to the local community through its We Care at Christmas programme, with more than 325 employees across the business giving their time, skills and generosity to support charities, families and vulnerable groups across Newry and the surrounding area. Norbrook’s We Care program started in 2019 as an […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

Buttercrane Install Sanitisers as Flu Epidemic Set to Peak Over Christmas

As the NHS grapples with unprecedented flu outbreak Buttercrane Centre have installed hand sanitisers throughout the mall. With infection levels reportedly peaking over Christmas period, Buttercrane have installed hand sanitisers to support customers and local health services. Centre Manager Peter Murray said: “The news reports of the rising infection levels and pressures on our local […]

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Banbridge Community Constituency South Down

PSNI Confirm 93 Yr Old Man Has Died Following RTC In Rathfriland

The Police Service of Northern Ireland can confirm that a man has died following a road traffic collision in Rathfriland yesterday, Saturday, 20th December. Chief Inspector Simpson of the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “Shortly after 10.45pm, we received a report of a collision involving a silver Toyota Avensis and a […]

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Business Community Constituency Health Newry Newry and Armagh

CRASH Services and JMK Solicitors Raise Over £42,000 for Cancer Focus NI!

CRASH Services, in partnership with JMK Solicitors, has successfully wrapped up their 2025 charity partnership, raising £42,200 for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. These funds will directly support the charity in continuing its vital cancer care services across Northern Ireland. Both organisations have a longstanding tradition of supporting a chosen charity each year, with a dedicated […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Louth Louth County Council Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Politics

Councils Drive Cross-Border Progress at Strategic Alliance Meeting

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Louth County Council convened their latest Strategic Alliance meeting on 9 December 2025 at County Hall, Dundalk, reaffirming their commitment to cross-border cooperation and regional development. The Strategic Alliance, established in 2011 through a Memorandum of Understanding, provides a vital forum for both councils to address shared challenges […]