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Archive for: October, 2012

‘Secrets of writing a best-seller’ workshop coming to Newry

Best-selling author Colin Bateman has announced his return to Newry with a one-day workshop course: ‘Secrets of writing a best-seller’. From the controversial Fifty Shades of Grey to the magical world of Harry Potter, many of us have harbored dreams of writing a best selling novel. Now acclaimed novelist Colin Bateman is launching a new series […]

PSNI to investigate ‘incitement to hatred’ claim over local UKIP Councillor’s comments

Newry and Mourne Sinn Fein Councillor Michael Ruane has confirmed that he has lodged a formal complaint with the PSNI in relation to comments made by UKIP Councillor, Henry Reilly at a recent full Council meeting. The UKIP Councillor, commenting on the recent Pride Parade in Newry, allegedly demanded that in any future similar type […]

McGinn angry at access problems for Refuse Collection Crews

Fews area Sinn Féin councillor Pat McGinn has requested a meeting with Council Officers to discuss issues relating to bin collection disruptions in the John F Kennedy Park area. The elected representative highlighted residents concerns at a recent council meeting. Councillor McGinn said, “On a regular basis residents in a section of the Kennedy Park […]

PSNI launch investigation after hatchet-wielding men commit armed robbery

Detectives in Newry are appealing for information following an armed robbery at a commercial premises in the Dublin Road area yesterday, Wednesday 10th October. At approximately 5.45pm, two males armed with a hatchet and hammer entered a shop and took a sum of money from the till. Both had their heads covered with scarves over […]

Sticky Fingers ‘Enchanted Ball’ coming soon

There appears to be an air of competition around Newry and Mourne with children having a chance to win tickets to an “Enchanted Ball” being hosted by local arts group Sticky Fingers. The exclusive event will be a magical and interactive performance with music and mayhem in true Sticky Fingers style. Chief Executive of the […]

‘Rate payers’ money up in Bonfire smoke’ – McGreevy

SDLP Newry and Mourne Council Group Leader, Councilor Connaire McGreevy has said the cost of clearing up bonfires in Newry and Mourne over the past five years is unjustified in financial, social and environmental terms. He was speaking after SDLP Environment Minister Alex Attwood released the costs incurred by local councils on the annual clean-up. […]

PSNI launch investigation after GAA football assault

Police in Newtownhamilton are appealing for information following an assault at a Gaelic football match at Silverbridge GAC on Tuesday, 14th August. During the match between Madden and Silverbridge, a 24 year old Madden GAC player was assaulted on the pitch and received an injury to his jaw which required medical treatment. Police are appealing to anyone who […]

Turning business ideas into reality

Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has this week announced a new programme of support for those wanting to set up their own business. Entrepreneurs looking to develop a new business and turn their ideas into reality will now be able to avail of a dedicated programme of support from Invest Northern Ireland called the Regional Start […]

PSNI launch investigation into North Street incident

Police in Newry are appealing for information following an incident of criminal damage in North Street. Some time between 2pm and 5pm on Thursday, 4th October a number of cars (up to seven) were scratched along their sides. The cars were parked in front of the waste ground/overflow car park. Police are appealing to anyone […]

Man injured in Ardgreen Drive assault

Police in Newry are appealing for information following an assault in the Ardgreen Drive area of the city on Friday, 5th October. Some time between 8.45pm and 9.30pm a 39 year old man was walking from the bottom of the hill into Ardgreen Drive when he was assaulted by four males. One of the males […]







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