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Local Girls Selected to Represent Ireland at Tae Kwon Do World Championships

Three talented female athletes from Cathal Fegan Schools of Taekwon-Do, based in Newry and Silverbridge, have been selected to represent Team Ireland at the upcoming ITF World Championships in Barcelona, taking place from July 23rd to 27th. After successfully competing in both national championships and rigorous trials, Aoife Loye, Cara Mackin, and Amy Bantleman earned […]

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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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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Westminster

Sinn Féin Introduce Bill to End RTÉ’s Second-Class Treatment of Audiences In North – Hughes

Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh, Dáire Hughes, has welcomed the introduction of a new bill to end the practice of geo-blocking and excluding northern citizens from RTÉ competitions. The bill has been introduced by Sinn Féin TDs Aengus Ó Snodaigh and Joanna Byrne. Dáire Hughes MP said: “We have constantly raised the wholly […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council Sport

Be Active Summer Programme Open for Bookings

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has officially launched its Be Active Summer Programme 2025, with bookings opening from 10am on Monday 16 June, for what promises to be a fun-filled and action-packed summer across the district. The programme, which runs throughout July and August, is designed to keep children and young people active, engaged […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh Politics South Armagh Sport Stormont

McNulty: Executive and UK Government Must Back Casement Park With Real Investment

SDLP Newry & Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has urged the Northern Ireland Executive and the UK Government to break the stalemate on funding for Casement Park. He called for a financial commitment that matches the sporting and cultural significance of the GAA and the economic reality of today’s costs. Mr. McNulty said the Executive’s long-standing […]

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Eight Local Fighters Gear Up for 2025 ITF World Tae kwon Do Championships in Barcelona

By Kevin McAteer As the countdown begins for the 2025 ITF World Taekwon-Do Championships, set to take place from July 22nd to 27th in Cornellà, Barcelona, Eight local fighters for Team Ireland are intensifying their preparations to make a significant impact on the global stage. The local athletes are: Cathal Fegan Silverbridge  Aoife Loye Silverbridge  Joe McKeown Silverbridge  James Walsh Silverbridge  Ethan O’Kane […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Sport

Mayobridge FC Hit With Points Deduction and Stripped of League Title

Mayobridge FC have been stripped of their Carnbane League Division 1 league title and disqualified from the Kehoe Kars Bessbrook Cup, having fielded an ineligible player in both competitions. A spokesperson from the Carnbane League clarified the situation after the news came to light on Saturday evening. The spokesperson said: ‘The points deduction against Mayobridge […]

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Ulster GAA Results and Fixtures – 5/5/25

RESULTS:  05–05-2025 (Mon) Ulster GAA Hurling Junior Club League Division 1 Quarter Final Lisbellaw 16:30 Aodh Ruadh (Donegal) 1-14   6-17 Gaeil Triucha (Monaghan)  07–05-2025 (Wed) Ulster GAA Hurling Junior Club League Division 2 Quarter Final Belnaleck 19:30 Belnaleck (Fermanagh) 1-11   3-16 Lisbellaw (Fermanagh)  10–05-2025 (Sat)  Electric Ireland Ulster GAA Football Minor Championship   Quarter Finals Kingspan […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

King In as Newry City First Team Manager

Newry City AFC are pleased to announce the appointment of Stuart King as First Team Manager. Stuart comes with a wealth of experience both as a player and as a manager, we trust he will be an excellent fit at The Showgrounds. Stuart commented “I am delighted to be at The Showgrounds, it’s been going […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 26/4/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 26 APRIL 2025 PREMIER DIVISION – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Newry Celtic 2 v 2 Cleary Celtic at Artie Green Park NEWRY AOH CUP SEMI-FINAL – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Camlough Rovers 2 v 5 Villa Rovers at Jennings Park No.1 SEAN HAVERN MEMORIAL CUP SEMI-FINALS – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Orchard United 1 […]

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It’s Time to Build Casement Park – Sinn Fein

Sinn Féin MP Paul Maskey has called on the British government to clarify the funding it will provide to redevelop Casement Park. He was speaking after a rally, calling for progress at the stadium, was held in West Belfast and attended by hundreds of Gaels from across the city and beyond. “Today, the message was […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 12/4/25

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR SAT 12 APRIL 2025 FR. DAVIES CUP ROUND 1 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Ballyholland 4 v 2 Ballybot United (AET) at Olympic Park FR. DAVIES CUP ROUND 2 – KICK-OFF 2.00 PM Archview United 0 v 2 (W/0) Rossowen at Jennings Park No.1 Newry Celtic 1 v 1 Villa Rovers at Artie Green Park (Newry […]