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Archive for: January, 2012

Information sought following car theft in Newtownhamilton

Dundalk Street in Newtownhamilton is once again the scene of a crime as police appeal for information following the theft of a vehicle in the area. A black Toyota Landcruiser, registration BXZ 8939, was taken some time between 11pm on Saturday, 14 January, and 9.30am on Sunday, 15 January. The news comes just days after […]

Newry businesses urged to ensure adequate protection is in place

Two of Northern Ireland’s largest financial services brands have today urged businesses in the Newry area to avoid cutting corners and ensure that they are fully protected against possible challenges that may arise as a result of the current tough economic times. The message from Northern Bank and Hughes Insurance – who recently announced their […]

Pat McGinn: ‘Be vigilant over salt box vandalism’

Sinn Fein Councillor Pat Mc Ginn has appealed to communities to ensure that Salt Boxes left in their estates are not vandalised. The Councillor was speaking after local  Roads Service Officers confirmed that they would be placing salt boxes in the Acorn Hill and Carrickvista areas of Highstreet Derramore. He said, “Local residents have been […]

NI Water warns of disruptions for the coming week

Northern Ireland Water has this week warned of possible disruptions to the water supply in Newry over the next couple of days. Due to ongoing watermains rehabilitation across Northern Ireland, several parts of the country, including Newry, will experience necessary disruptions. The disruptions in Newry are likely to take place on Wednesday 18th January and Thursday […]

Moss a menace in Toragh Park

Moss growing along the footpaths of Toragh Park will result in someone getting a serious injury according to Sinn Féin councillor Brendan Curran. Councillor Curran has been inundated with people from the area voicing concerns that the roadway is actually safer to walk on than the footpaths in the area. “This moss is thick on […]

Newry Mitchels, club news and events – 17th January

Newry Mitchels AGM was held in Bellini’s on Monday 16th January. The following officers were elected: Chairman – Pete Mallon Vice Chairman – Dara McCoy Secretary – Declan Carolan Vice Secretary – Brian Cosgrove Treasurer – Darren McGeeney Assistant Treasurer – Darragh Dobbin PRO – Neil Manley Co. Board Delegate – Tommy McCoy Players Rep […]

Curran: ‘Warrenpoint Road buses in jeopardy due to stone throwing youths’

Sinn Féin Newry councillor Brendan Curran has stated that young people who persist in throwing stones at buses travelling along the Warrenpoint Road risk Translink removing night time buses on this route. Speaking to Newry Times, Councillor Curran said, “Translink contacted the Sinn Féin office regarding the number of stone throwing incidents at St Mary’s […]

TV Star helps older and disabled people get switched on to digital

Television presenter Gloria Hunniford was in Northern Ireland to tell older and disabled people how the BBC-run Switchover Help Scheme will offer them help to make the switch to digital TV. Gloria got “a little help from her friends” – Belfast band Nine Lies – who performed some help-themed pop songs at the event in […]

Newry City U12 v Midway U12 match report

Playing 2nd in the table Midway United, Newry depleted by illness and injury gave a very creditable display. With only eight out field players and defender James Poucher deputising in goal, Newry played some nice attacking passing movements. However when one of these attacks broke down Newry’s defending numbers were found wanting and Midway capitalised […]

Fire crews battle Mayobridge blaze

Up to 40 fire-fighters tackled a large blaze in Mayobridge late last night. The fire was at a vehicle scrap yard on the Newry Road, just outside of the village at around 21:50pm. The fire consisted of thousands of tyres and has since been brought under control. While the threat to property and life is […]







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