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Archive for: April, 2013

28 year old charged with drugs offences

Police in Warrenpoint have charged a 28 year old man with a number of drugs related offences including possession of class B drugs with intent to supply and obstructing powers of search for drugs. It is believed the charges relate to the discovery of a quantity of herbal cannabis at a flat in the Rath […]

Sudden death of popular Newry footballer shocks local community

Newry City Councillor Valerie Harte has spoken of her shock and sadness after the death of popular local footballer Michael McCaughey. “I was shocked to hear of the sudden death of Mickey McCaughey. I knew Mickey well and I know that many people will feel the passing of this young man keenly, none more so […]

Newphonic 2013: Exciting live outdoor festival announced for Newry

An exciting new live outdoor festival has been announced  for Newry City. Newphonic 2013, ‘The New Sound of Newry City’ as the organisers describe it, will be held on 29th June 2013 in McClelland Park, Creamery Quarter. With performances from international acclaimed artists and an initial schedule of major events taking place in Newry over […]

Armagh Gaels compete in Newry Competition

A group of Irish speakers took to the football field at Páirc Esler in Newry last weekend to represent Armagh in a seven aside football competition for Gaeilgeoirí. The players came from across the county to strengthen the link between the Irish language and the Gaelic Athletic Association. The competition was held as part of […]

‘DARD must make farmers aware of deadlines’ – McKevitt

SDLP South Down MLA Karen McKevitt says the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) must ensure that all farmers affected by the snow storms are made aware of important deadlines that could affect their entitlement to the severe weather compensation scheme and the less favoured areas compensatory allowance. Speaking to Newry Times, McKevitt said, […]

Opening of Gaelscoil na mBeann welcomed

Sinn Féin MLA Caitriona Ruane has welcomed the official opening of Gaelscoil na mBeann, Kilkeel saying it was a great opportunity for children to be educated through the medium of Irish. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “I was delighted to be invited to the opening of the new Gaelscoil in Kilkeel and I am […]

Graffiti incidents spark police investigation

Police in South Down are appealing for information following two incidents of criminal damage. In the first incident the window of a house on Stewarts Road, Annalong was smashed around 10.40pm on Saturday, 6th April. Graffiti was also painted onto the wall of the house. In the second incident graffiti was painted onto the gable […]

Spring clean your career choices

After what seems like an endless winter, spring is hopefully just around the corner and some people may be thinking that it’s time for a change of career. Johnny Nolan, Careers Manager for Newry, Downpatrick, Kilkeel and Newcastle in the Department for Employment and Learning’s Careers Service, offers some useful tips for both those thinking […]

‘Twin track talks on CSI and economic package needed’ – NIIRTA

Commenting on this week’s statement by the Secretary of State on a potential Economic Package linked to progress on a Shared Future, the Northern Ireland Independent Retail Trade Association (NIIRTA) has called for twin track discussions on both issues to move forward. NIIRTA Chief Executive Glyn Roberts said, “NIIRTA has long called for the establishment […]

Kevin kicks to ‘Keep Er Lit’

With the Ulster championship fast approaching, Down footballer Kevin McKernan will be undertaking a novel approach to ensure he is ready for the side’s visit to Derry – and it’s all in the name of charity. The Burren man, who has been with the Mournemen from 2008, will travel around all 44 football clubs in […]







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