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Archive for: October, 2013

‘Engagement with fishing community worthwhile’ – Ruane

Sinn Féin MLA’s Caitriona Ruane and Chris Hazzard have said that the engagementbetween Sinn Féin and the fishing industry in South Down addressed by Sinn Féin MEP Martina Anderson was very worthwhile. Ruane said, “We invited members from the fishing industry including fishermen, fish processors and representatives from Ardglass and Kilkeel fishing community to a […]

‘Lobbying bill will hinder work of charities and NGOs’ – Ritchie

SDLP MP Margaret Ritchie has hit out at the impact that the UK Government’s lobbying bill will have on charities and NGOs operating in Northern Ireland. Speaking during Northern Ireland question time Ritchie said, “This lobbying bill was meant to curb the dominant influence of large lobbyists and businesses but instead it will hit the […]

Newry’s Week of Sustainability

Sustainability saves money, is the message from Newry and Mourne District Council and the Southern Regional College who are collaborating to host re;newry; a week-long series of seminars, workshops and exhibitions offering advice and guidance to home owners and a suite of topical seminars to ensure local businesses are leading in their respective fields. Home […]

Official opening of GreenTEC Centre at Southern Regional College

The Permanent Secretary of the Department for Employment and Learning, Derek Baker, today officially opened Southern Regional College’s GreenTEC Centre at their Greenbank Campus in Newry. GreenTEC is a new centre of excellence for the construction industry. It will support business and industry by offering accredited training, seminars, business support in a wide range of […]

Sinn Fein’s Newry Council candidates selected

Sinn Féin has selected its candidates to stand in next year’s local government election for the Newry District Electoral Area. This election, due to be held in May next year, will be to the new ‘Super Council’ covering Newry City, South Armagh, Mourne and Down District. Sitting Councillors Charlie Casey and Valerie Harte will be […]

Newry golfers win through to Grand Final of prestigious national championship

A pair of golfers from Newry have qualified for the trip of a lifetime and will compete in the grand final of the 2013 HowDidiDo National Matchplay pairs championship, to be played in the Algarve in February. Tom Muldoon, who plays off 17, and four-handicapper Kevin Commins – both of whom play their golf at […]

Craobh Rua Camlocha to face Antrim Champions in Ulster Club Final

Craobh Rua Camlocha hurling Club will face the highly fancied Antrim champions Ciceam an Creagan (Creggan Kickhams) in the Ulster Club Championship Junior Hurling final this Sunday. The match will take place in the Athletic grounds, with throw in timed for 2:30pm. The Armagh Champions have a diverse mix of experience and youth and this […]

Police charge man, 30, after huge cannabis seizure

Officers from the local Tactical Crime Unit have charged a 30 year old man with possession of a class B controlled drug, possession of a class B controlled drug with intent to supply and obstructing police. It is believed these charges are in relation to the recovery of a large amount of suspected cannabis following […]

Rogers opposes stroke services reorganisation

South Down SDLP MLA Seán Rogers has spoken out in response to the Southern Trust’s plans to reorganize the inpatient stroke services. Rogers said, “Full and proper rehabilitation following a stroke is imperative. A stroke can be, at its worst, lethal but can also lead to widespread and long-lasting damage. “However with timely and appropriate […]

Police warn local businesses about counterfeit notes

Police in Newry are appealing for traders and members of the public to be wary of counterfeit notes which are believed to be circulating in the Newry area. Police are advising shops and other businesses that handle currency to check all notes and contact police if they suspect they have come into possession of any […]







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