
SDLP MP for South Down Margaret Ritchie MP has hit out at the UK government’s upcoming privatisation of the postal service. Speaking to Newry Times, Ritchie stated, “It is clear that the sale of Royal Mail is imminent and that the British government are rushing through this sale to boost Treasury coffers at the expense […]
Sep 13 2013 | Posted in
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Six marathons in six days in six counties is the mammoth task that Lurgan man Michael Allen is tackling to raise money for Macmillan. Michael will run six marathons in counties across Northern Ireland from Monday, 16th September to Saturday, 21st September in a bid to raise £10,000. The seeds for the mentally and physically […]

Sinn Féin Education Spokesperson Chris Hazzard has said that Sinn Féin supports greater flexibility in the school starting age to allow some children to begin a year later. Hazzard told Newry Times, “I welcome the fact that the Minister has already begun work to explore the possibility of greater flexibility in the school starting age. […]
Sep 13 2013 | Posted in
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Police in Newry have uncovered a quantity of ammunition during a security alert in Forkhill. Three homes were evacuated during the security alert, which ended just minutes ago after a Police operation which lasted several hours and saw army technical officers on the scene. Speaking to Newry Times, a PSNI Spokesman said, “The security alert […]
Sep 12 2013 | Posted in
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What happens when old adversaries have to share power after 30 years of bitter violence? A Belfast Story, a new post Troubles thriller, exploring the difficulties of life after the conflict, asks this question when it hits the screens on September 20th. Written and directed by Northern Ireland man Nathan Todd, the film looks at […]

Police in Newry are appealing for information following a burglary in Greenan Road. At 1.48pm on Tuesday, 10th September, it was reported that a house had been broken into. A quantity of jewellery was taken including very distinctive Tiffany’s items and a gold band wedding ring, over 100 years old. A man was observed in […]
Sep 12 2013 | Posted in
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Police in Newry are appealing for information following a creeper burglary in the Maphoner Road area of Mullaghbawn. Some time between 11am and 4pm on Tuesday, 27th August a silver BMW X3 was stolen after entry was forced to a house and the vehicle keys taken. The car was found burnt out in Dundalk later […]
Sep 12 2013 | Posted in
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Many people have heard of apprenticeships, but still have the perception that apprentices are all young males in overalls in trades like construction or motor repair, but nothing could be further from the truth. Johnny Nolan, Careers Manager for Newry in the Department for Employment and Learning’s (DEL) Careers Service explained, “People across Northern Ireland […]

The 14th and 15th of September 2013 are designated European Heritage Open Days, organised by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency. As part of this event the Museum has organised a free weaving workshop for adults, which will take place on 15th September from 2pm – 5pm. The Museum recently purchased two reproduction 16th Century tapestries […]

Newry and Mourne District Council are inviting local businesses to showcase their sustainable products and services at a major Sustainable Living Fair in the District. From October 21st to 25th Newry and Mourne Council and Southern Regional College will be hosting renewry; a series of events to showcase the opportunities and advantages for households and […]