
Police in Newry are appealing for information following an incident in Monaghan Street. Around 5.20am on Friday, 30th August, a group of young people, who were dressed formally, ripped down a number of signs and flags which had been erected for the Pride in Newry event in the city on Saturday, 31st August. Police are […]
Sep 10 2013 | Posted in
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Climbing tower, archery, hill walking with the Gap of the North walking group…it’s all happening at Slieve Gullion for the Get Outdoors Extravaganza! Newry and Mourne District Council and Outdoor Recreation NI have teamed up to encourage the public to get outdoors and try something new on Sunday 22nd September. The event will showcase some […]

Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry has launched a new apprenticeship programme at Norbrook Laboratories Ltd in Newry. Speaking at the launch, the Minister said, “I commend Norbrook Laboratories for creating opportunities for young people to gain employment in the pharmaceutical industry. “In the current economic climate, it is important we continue to invest […]
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Representatives from the Growth Loan Fund today announced that there was ‘great economic potential’ in Newry companies. Finance for the £50m Growth Loan Fund – which provides mezzanine finance to established Northern Ireland SMEs seeking to access growth finance – has been provided by Invest Northern Ireland and private investor, Northern Ireland Local Government Officers’ […]
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The final of the Belle of South Armagh 2013 takes place this weekend on Saturday 14th September in the Carrickdale Hotel. The event- a fundraiser from Belleeks GAC – is designed to celebrate the positive history of arts, song, sports, music and culture associated with the South Armagh region. This Saturday 11 Belle’s will take […]

Police in Newry are reminding the public of the importance of removing valuables from your car and securing your vehicle following a number of thefts from cars over the weekend. In five separate incidents eight cars were broken into and items including handbags, wallets, Ipods, mobile phones and a laptop were taken. The incidents occurred […]
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Sinn Féin MLA Caitriona Ruane has accused SDLP Connaire McGreevy of ‘losing the run of himself’ over Clontifleece Primary School. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane stated, “Over the last week or so Connaire McGreevy launched into a tirade of abuse against Sinn Féin and in particular personal attacks on Education Minister John O’Dowd. “Not only […]
Sep 10 2013 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin councillor Terry Hearty has urged rural dwellers to participate in the upcoming public meeting which the Department of Agriculture is hosting in the Armagh City Hotel on Thursday 12th September. “This event’, councillor Hearty said, “Offers the opportunity for those involved in farming and other rural enterprises to have their say on the […]

Police in Newry are appealing for information following an incident at business premises on Monaghan Street. On the morning of Friday, 30th August, a man travelling on a mobility scooter collided with a 44 year old female before continuing on down the aisle. The female sustained bruising to her leg and foot. The man is […]
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Newry Chamber members and their guests thoroughly enjoyed a beautiful day out in Warrenpoint Golf Course at the Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade’s Annual Golf Classic on Friday 30th August. This popular event proved to be a great opportunity for Chamber members to network with clients and entertain business colleagues on a relaxed day […]
Sep 9 2013 | Posted in
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