
Dear Editor, On Saturday 1st June, upwards of 50 éirígí activists and supporters, together with family and friends of Stephen Murney, took up residence in Newry’s Monaghan Street to mark the six month anniversary of the internment of Stephen Murney and to call for his immediate release. In late November 2012, a letter penned by […]

Newry and Mourne Policing and Community Safety Partnership have announced a small grants funding initiative to address its strategic priorities for the district. Two strands of funding are available to address anti-social behaviour in hotspot areas of the Newry and Mourne District at Halloween and more general intervention initiatives. If you are a member of […]
Jun 4 2013 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Caitriona Ruane has accused the SDLP of being led by the ‘rejectionist unionist’ Jim Allister away from the Good Friday Agreement and onto the ground of discrimination and inequality. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “The SDLP were led away from the Good Friday Agreement and onto the ground of discrimination and […]
Jun 4 2013 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin Crotlieve Councillor Mick Murphy has condemned those responsible for dumping on the main Hilltown to Rostrevor Road. Speaking to Newry Times, Murphy commented, “There have been a number of incidents of fly-tipping in the area, with a variety of items including unwanted furniture being dumped. “Those responsible need to be reprimanded for their […]
Jun 4 2013 | Posted in
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Dear Editor, The clock is now ticking regarding plans for a new multi-million pound leisure centre in Newcastle. I am concerned that a new leisure may never come to fruition within the next few years if political parties do not stop their political wrangling over the location for the new leisure centre. I am becoming […]

South Down SDLP MLA Seán Rogers has spoken out following the announcement by the Farming Minister on the long awaited hardship scheme. Speaking to Newry Times, Rogers said, “When looking at the detail, it is evident that the worst affected farmer can only receive a maximum of €7.5k due to the De minimis rules. “This […]
Jun 4 2013 | Posted in
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Police in Newry are keen to trace the owner of a quantity of jewellery. The jewellery was passed to police after it was anonymously deposited at a local church. The jewellery includes five rings, a locket and an engraved bracelet. If you believe you are the owner of this jewellery please contact police in Newry […]
Jun 3 2013 | Posted in
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SDLP Councillor Declan McAteer has welcomed what he refers to as a hopeful outcome to the long drawn out debates on the issue of the status of many undocumented Irish immigrants in the United States. Speaking to Newry Times, Councillor McAteer said, “The recent decision of a specially commissioned Senate panel in the United States […]
Jun 3 2013 | Posted in
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South Down MLA Seán Rogers met with Invest NI officials to discuss funding opportunities for South Down. Speaking to Newry Times, Rogers commented, “I had a very useful and informative meeting with officials from Invest NI where I put forward a strong case for the Constituency of South Down. “This meeting offered an insight into […]
Jun 3 2013 | Posted in
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Calling all local footballers, Derrybeg Football Club is back! With an aim to participate in the 2014/2015 season, Derrybeg’s reformation begins on the 11th June this year and offers local clubs and footballers a unique opportunity. During the 2013/2014 seasons Derrybeg FC is available for non-competitive friendlies and stand-in matches against current established sides in […]
Jun 3 2013 | Posted in
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