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Archive for: April, 2014

Man, 56, robbed by hammer-wielding South Armagh gang

Newry stabbing: 38-year-old man charged with attempted murder - Newry news

Detectives in Newry are appealing for information following a robbery that occurred in the Forkhill Road area on the afternoon of Friday 4th April. A 56 year old man was approached in the street by five men, all aged in their early 20s. One of the men was armed with a hammer and told the […]

‘Translink must improve the punctuality of bus services,’ insists Consumer Council

The Consumer Council is calling on Translink to make good on its commitment to operate public transport services that arrive on time. This follows last week’s publication of Translink’s Charter Monitoring Results for Autumn 2013, which shows both Metro and Ulsterbus failing to meet their punctuality targets. Speaking about the results, Aodhan O’Donnell, Interim Chief […]

Newry police warn community about latest banking scams

Police are warning the public to be vigilant following recent reports of fraudsters attempting to gain bank details by using ‘vishing’ and ‘phishing’ scam methods. Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Sergeant Dolaghan from the local Fraud Unit, said, “Organised criminals and individual fraudsters are continually developing ever more sophisticated tactics to target business and personal […]

Calling all aspiring teachers: ‘Train to Teach’ roadshow seeks top talent from Newry

SEN Northern Ireland - Newry City newspaper

Aspiring teachers from Newry with the passion and potential to teach are being encouraged to attend the National College for Teaching and Leadership’s roadshow when it comes to Belfast on Saturday 12th April. The National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) provides a comprehensive programme of support to help graduates become teachers, providing guidance all […]

Bringing fashion to life at The Quays Shopping Centre

The Quays Shopping Centre is bringing something different to this year’s Newry Style City by hosting a ‘Living Dolls’ fashion event. On Saturday 12th April, from 1-4pm models will come to life on an alternative catwalk, showcasing individual looks from some of the centre’s local and international brand names such as Topshop, Miss Selfridge, Topman, […]

Competency based interview techniques

An increasing number of employers are using what are known as competency based interviews these days, where a candidate is asked to give examples of situations where they can show that they have demonstrated specific skills and abilities. Johnny Nolan, careers manager for Newry in the Department for Employment and Learning’s Careers Service explains. “A […]

Newry women robbed in separate incidents

Police in Newry are appealing for information after receiving reports of a robbery at the Carbane Way, Lisdrumgullion area in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday 8th April. At around 7:35am, it was reported that a woman approached police to say that she had been robbed in the area. The man is believed to […]

Woman, 25, charged in connection with Newry supermarket thefts

Police in Newry have charged a 25 year old woman with theft offences. The offences relate to a number of thefts from a supermarket on Downshire Road, Newry, between 4th March and 22nd March, 2014. She will appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court on 16th April, 2014. As is normal procedure the charges will be reviewed […]

Local children learn to ‘mix it up’ with cookery programme

The Kilkeel Development Association organized and hosted the popular ‘Mix It Up’ cookery programme for 20 children in the Mourne Seafood Cookery School. This programme helped participants to improve their cookery skills and explore different cuisines from around the world, including traditional Chinese, Indian, Thai and Eastern European dishes. Through cookery and food, the Kilkeel […]

‘Irish Open at Royal County Down a huge boost’ – McKevitt

SDLP South Down MLA Karen McKevitt says the expected announcement that some of the world’s top golfers will play at Royal County Down during next year’s Irish Open should pave the way for many more major sporting events to be staged in Northern Ireland. Having warmly welcomed reports in February that the prestigious tournament was […]







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