The Ring of Gullion ANOB project has said that a large wildfire on the Ballard Rd side of Slieve Gullion has done extensive damage to the heath habitat, a habitat of international significance. The fire, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, was attended by NIFRS and took a number of hours and several staff to put […]
Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has called for cross party support for marriage equality ahead of a debate in the Assembly today. Speaking to Newry Times, Fearon said, “Marriage equality threatens no one. It gives gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender people equal rights under the law in relation to marriage. “Sinn Féin is currently campaigning […]
Following the launch of Buttercrane’s Nominated Charity Scheme, three local organisations have been appointed as charitable partners; the Samaritans, PIPS and The Michaela Foundation. These three charity partners will work with Buttercrane in 2015/16 to enhance awareness, stage events and grow their fundraising capacity. Speaking to Newry Times, Peter Murray, Centre Manager said, “This year […]
Police in Warrenpoint are asking local parents, community representatives and residents to help them address antisocial behaviour in the Bridal Loanan area. Over the last 6 months there has been an increase in antisocial incidents, particularly in the Lassara Heights and Ridgefield Grove areas. Speaking to Newry Times, Constable Natalie Brennan explained, “A large group of […]
QFT and Omniplex Cinemas have joined forces for Project Monday, a new monthly series of film screenings. Project Monday features a hand-picked selection of new independent and world cinema, classic reissues, and documentaries, screening simultaneously at QFT and selected Omniplex Cinemas. Susan Picken, Head of QFT, said, “We are delighted to be embarking on this […]
Police in Newry have seized a number of cannabis plants following a planned drugs search in the Ardaragh Road area. Officers conducted the search on Monday, 20th April and recovered 52 plants. A 44 year old man was arrested for possession of Class B with intent to supply and being concerned in the cultivation of […]
Save the date for the Summer Showcase at the Crowne Plaza Dundalk. What style of bride are you? Traditional, romantic, classical or are you looking for something different, modern or chic? Put a twist on your wedding day and make your wedding unusual, unique and inventive but most of all, memorable. Crowne Plaza Dundalk are […]
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry attended the last day of the Deloitte People and Programmes Consulting Academy and presented certificates of achievement to the participating graduates, including Shane Canning from Newry. The Academy model is part of the Department for Employment and Learning’s (DEL) Assured Skills programme. Assured Skills provides tailored training to […]
Police in Newry are appealing for information following an incident of criminal damage. Sometime between 8pm on Saturday, 4th April and 8am on Sunday, 5th April the windscreen of a white Seat Leon, parked in Helen’s Terrace, was smashed. Constable Heidi Middleton told Newry Times, “We would like to hear from anyone who has information […]
Eight local footballers and their team manager are performing a Full Monty in aid of the Children’s Cancer unit. Neil McAteer, Manager of Haldane Fisher Athletic Football Club in Newry, will take part along with his players at the event on Saturday 2nd May at Sheepbridge Bar in Newry. Speaking to Newry Times, Neil explained […]
