
Nike are known for their cool and stylish footwear, however when they released a new show nick-named ‘Black and Tan’, it caused plenty of controversy and debate amongst those in Ireland. The name will remind many of the Black and Tans, a British paramilitary outfit sent to Ireland in the 1920’s to suppress revolution, an […]
Mar 17 2012 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MP for Newry and Armagh Conor Murphy has appealed to those living in or visiting Armagh tomorrow to keep calm and try to enjoy the St Patrick’s Day events. “The decision to allow a loyalist band parade through Armagh on St Patrick’s Day is flawed at the most fundamental level. The PSNI and […]
Mar 17 2012 | Posted in
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The SDLP has expressed its deep frustration and anger at the decision by the Parades Commission not to change its determination in relation to the Loyalist Band Parade though Armagh City Centre on Saint Patrick’s evening. Speaking to Newry Times, SDLP Assembly Member for Newry and Armagh Dominic Bradley MLA said, ‘We are deeply disappointed […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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Newry Neighbourhood Police Team has called on active and interested residents of Greater Linenhall Square and Mourneview Park to sign up to the local neighbourhood watch schemes. The co-ordinators of both schemes have recently stepped down and local officers are keen to see the schemes continue and grow. Sergeant Gracey, Newry NPT, explained to Newry Times, […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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Speaking prior to departing for New York, where he will spend St Patrick’s Day, Sinn Féin Newry and Mourne Councillor Pat McGinn has said that the Irish E3 Visa Immigration Bill, currently being discussed in the US Senate “hangs in the balance”. The Newry and Mourne Councillor, who has been actively involved in highlighting the […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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The beauty of Silent Valley in the heart of the Mournes has been further enhanced by the addition of new facilities which will create a visitor experience to remember. Officially launched by the DRD Minister, Danny Kennedy, MLA, and the Tourism Minister, Arlene Foster, MLA, the Park now offers visitors a full range of facilities, […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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PSNI Neighbourhood and Response officers in Newry recently visited homes in the Dublin Road and Chancellors Road areas to highlight the steps that home owners can take to protect their property from burglary. Officers carried out joint foot patrols, including the Ravens Glen and Chancellors Hall areas, posted information leaflets on home safety and the Quick Check […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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Police in Newry are appealing for information following an assault in the Erskine Street area of the city. Some time between 1pm and 1.20pm on Wednesday, 8th February, a 19 year old male was assaulted by three unknown males. One of the males used a bottle to strike the teenager, who subsequently sustained injuries to his […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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NI Water is inviting business suppliers to a ‘Supplier’s Day’ on Thursday 29 March 2012 from 9.30 to 14.30. The event, which is being held at the NI Water Training Centre, Antrim, is designed for suppliers and potential suppliers to learn more about NI Water’s procurement requirements over the next 18 months and how to […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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Name: Cian Feehan. Age: 16. Position: Utility player but prefer playing in the hole between midfield and up front. Previous clubs: Bessbrook. Greatest achievement so far in your career? Receiving player of the tournament in the Holland Tournament which is the ‘Three points tournament’ on the Dutch/Belgium and German border. Best player you have played […]
Mar 16 2012 | Posted in
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