Sinn Féin Councillor Liz Kimmins has said that the consultation in relation to the possible implementation of a one way system in the first and second streets in Barcroft is still ongoing and she has outlined the next stages of the process. The local Councillor explained, “Last September I had a meeting with residents and […]
SDLP South Down MLA Seán Rogers and Cllr Laura Devlin have condemned a burglary that took place in Castlewellan on Saturday evening. Speaking to Newry Times, Rogers said, “I was shocked as the news broke on Saturday evening of the burglary of a pensioner’s home in Castlewellan. “I understand that the couple, who are in […]
Environment Minister Mark H Durkan has announced that from 6th April 2015 Vehicle Test (‘MOT’) discs no longer have to be displayed on any vehicle. Durkan said, “I feel it is appropriate at this time to remove the need to display test discs on all vehicles in Northern Ireland, including goods vehicles and buses. “A […]
Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has said that Budget Energy, Electric Ireland and SSE Airtricity should reduce the price they charge customers for electricity. The Newry & Armagh MLA, who is a member of the Assembly’s Enterprise, Trade & Investment, said, “The price paid to electricity generators through the all-island Single Electricity Market is around […]
Sinn Féin MLA Chris Hazzard has congratulated Down Ladies and Camogs on winning All Ireland titles last year. Speaking after the civic reception in the Canal Court Hotel in honour of the winning teams Hazzard said, “The Down teams need to be congratulated on their achievements and the enjoyment they have brought to the GAA […]
A 56-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a suspected tax fraud linked to the property market, after an investigation by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). HMRC officers, accompanied by the Police Service of Northern Ireland, made the arrest at a private address in the Warrenpoint area this morning. Mike Parkinson, Assistant Director, Criminal […]
John Fearon from Newry has pledged to raise £3,700 to tackle a demanding trek in the Himalayas – in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. The trek takes John on the experience of a lifetime, trekking through the Annapurna region in Nepal. He is looking for sponsorship for his challenge which will raise funds for […]
Warrenpoint Town manager Barry Gray has had an active transfer window so far with a trio of new players signing for the Point club. Moving form Glenavon has been Darren Forsyth. Darren started his career with St Joseph’s Boys and has played for UCD. He has played for the Irish School’s team and the Irish […]
Sinn Féin MLA Chris Hazzard has welcomed the opening of the Narina trails at Kilbroney Park. Speaking to Newry Times, Hazzard stated, “It is well known that CS Lewis was inspired by the Mourne Mountains when writing the Chronicles of Narnia therefore the opening of this trail is welcome news for the area and an […]
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding all people aged 70, 78 and 79 years old that they are still able to receive the shingles vaccine. The vaccine will help protect them against the common and painful skin disease and its complications. Dr Lucy Jessop, Consultant in Health Protection at the PHA, said, “Shingles is […]
