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Archive for: May, 2013

Elderly man robbed in Crossmaglen

Police in Newry are appealing for information following a burglary at a house in the Cullaville Road area of Crossmaglen on Thursday morning (9th May). Around 10:45am the elderly resident answered a knock on his door and a man asked to check his cash as there were a lot of stolen money in the area. […]

‘Big push needed to make undocumented Irish legal in the U.S.’ – McGinn

Newry and Mourne Sinn Fein Councillor Pat McGinn has stated that a big push is now needed as the visa battle in America gears up. The elected representative has had a lengthy involvement in highlighting the issue of the many thousands of undocumented Irish in the United States and pursuing resolution to the problem which […]

Festival Fashion 2013

By Katie Mulligan The biggest festival of the year, Coachella, sported show stopping new fashion trends that would make any festival goer a fashionista. Studded with the biggest stars, the festival gave a new flavour to summer style. So what to wear to festivals? Newry is in need of serious fashion pointers as the number […]

Decision to remove Newry’s iconic Cherry Trees causes widespread anger

The decision to remove Newry’s iconic cherry trees from along the canal bank has caused widespread anger in the local community. As Newry Times exclusively revealed yesterday, Newry and Mourne District Council confirmed proposals to remove the beautiful trees from along the canal bank through the heart of the city. According to the Council, the […]

Armagh hearts broken by Down

ARMAGH 0-11 DOWN 2-6 Richard Bullick at Parnell Park Distraught Armagh were left licking their wounds after a late ambush by Ulster rivals Down saw the Division Three title and sole promotion place cruelly snatched from their grasp in Dublin. Unbeaten for over a year coming into this Tesco HomeGrown National League final, the Orchard […]

Ruane calls for support for Anti-Homophobia week

Sinn Féin MLA Caitriona Ruane has called for people to support Anti-Homophobia week. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane stated, “I fully support this week of events that offer an opportunity for all of us to take a stand against homophobia. “Unfortunately, despite changing attitudes and anti-discrimination laws, many lesbian, gay and bisexual people still face […]

Police launch investigation after convent burglary

Police in Newry are appealing for information following a burglary at convent premises in the High Street area in the early hours of Wednesday 8th May. It is believed access was gained to the premises at around 3am and a number of industrial washing machines and tumble driers taken. Police would ask anyone who may […]

Police appeal for information after Cullyhanna tractor theft

Police in Newry are appealing for information following the report of the theft of a blue Ford 8340 Tractor KG80GSS which was stolen from a yard in the Finnegan’s Road, Cullyhanna area sometime between the evening of Monday, 6th May and 2.00pm on Thursday, 9th May. Anyone who noticed any suspicious activity in the area […]

‘Debate on economy essential to help aid recovery’ – Ritchie

SDLP MP for South Down Margaret Ritchie has called for a Westminster debate on the economy in Northern Ireland. Speaking during Business Questions Ritchie claimed that such a debate was essential. She stated, “The British government have previously given a commitment to provide financial support to help drive the economic recovery necessary to develop the […]

Boiler theft sparks police investigation

Police in Newry are appealing for information following the report of the theft of two boilers from an outhouse at premises in the Cloghinny Road area some time between Friday, 3rd May and Tuesday 7th May. Police would ask anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area or who has any information […]







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