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Sinn Féin Newry and Armagh MLA Aoife Finnegan and Councillor Declan Murphy have welcomed planning approval for the Camlough Lake Recreational Hub, describing it as a vital project and a major boost for Camlough and communities across South Armagh. The £2.8 million Recreational Hub, supported through the Levelling Up Fund and driven locally by Sinn […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Cathal King has said urgent and coordinated action is needed to address the serious barriers facing Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision across local communities, following a meeting at Stormont with Sinn Féin spokesperson on Childcare and Early Years Cathy Mason MLA, Sticky Fingers Arts Newry and Dáire Hughes MP. “Sticky Fingers Arts […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Sarah Duffy has thanked everyone who attended and supported her Coffee Morning fundraiser held today in aid of Women’s Aid Armagh Down. The event, hosted in the Sinn Féin Newry and Armagh office of Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan, brought together the local community in a strong show of solidarity with women […]
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has welcomed the announcement of £375,000 for resurfacing works for the Farnaloy Road in Madden, commending the delivery of Sinn Féin Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins. Mr Boylan said that he, along with Sinn Féin Councillor Ashley Mallon, has worked hard to raise local concerns and push for this long-needed investment […]
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of a burglary at a house in the Tierny Road area of Newry on Wednesday 11th February. Detective Sergeant Johnston said: “It was reported that entry was gained to the property at around 10.30pm whilst the female occupant was in bed. “The following morning, it […]
Sinn Féin councillor Cathal King has welcomed confirmation that resurfacing works are now scheduled for Ferryhill Road, including the section leading towards the Flagstaff viewpoint. Councillor King said he has consistently raised the condition of the road since being elected, after discussing directly the concerns with local residents and regular users, and worked hard to […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Selina Murphy has welcomed the progression of the Hilltown Community Trial to planning stage, proposed by Sinn Féin Councillor Kate Murphy and agreed by the Active and Healthy Communities Committee. “This progression brings us one step closer to meaningful improvements for local people, and is a significant step forward for both Hilltown […]
A Newry, Mourne and Down District Council proposal to develop a new community trail in Hilltown is to be advanced into planning. The recommendation to progress the project, including the appointment of a consultant to advance the project to the planning stage, was agreed at a meeting of the Council’s Active and Healthy Communities Committee […]
In Stormont on Monday February 16th, SDLP MLA Justin McNulty congratulated the Abbey CBS team on their MacRory Cup final replay win last Friday. Mr. McNulty stated: “Abbey, Abbey, Abbey! I am very proud to speak about the victorious Abbey team, who on Friday night in Armagh in the BOX-IT Athletic Grounds, won the MacRory […]
In response to an Assembly Question asked by SDLP Justin McNulty MLA, Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins has released data showing where potholes are worst across the North. The data plainly shows Armagh, Banbridge, and Craigavon as the clear frontrunner for potholes, with 3,977 potholes being reported there from 2025 to present. Newry, Mourne and […]
Sinn Féin Councillor Aidan Mathers has welcomed the appointment of a contractor, Woodvale Construction, for the new Theatre and Conference Centre, describing it as a major and exciting step forward for Newry City. Mr Mathers said the announcement reflects sustained work to secure meaningful investment for the city centre. “This is a really positive moment […]
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has marked a major milestone in its ambitious regeneration programme for Newry City with the appointment of a contractor for its new Theatre and Conference Centre. Signalling the start of the delivery phase of the Newry City Centre Programme of works, Woodvale Construction Company will be renovating the historic […]
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