SDLP Assembly Member for Newry and Armagh Justin McNulty MLA has demanded further action after it was revealed that 7,909 street lights are broken across the north and it takes the longest time to repair them in the Southern Division. The information was released to McNulty through an Assembly Question to the Infrastructure Minister Chris […]
Dec 19 2016 | Posted in
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Slieve Gullion Area Councillor Terry Hearty has said that there is huge anger within the community after a vulnerable man from the Cullyhanna area was robbed of his Christmas money. Speaking to Newry Times, the Sinn Féin representative explained that the man had lifted his Christmas money at the local Post Office. “Shortly after he […]
Dec 17 2016 | Posted in
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Christmas is a very busy time for most people, from parties to presents, so everyday tasks can easily be forgotten about, including ordering essential repeat prescriptions in plenty of time before GP surgeries and pharmacists close over the Christmas holidays. GP Dr Brendan Colgan – who appears in the new Public Health Agency (PHA) and […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Caitríona Ruane has welcomed the commitment from Minister for Infrastructure Chris Hazzard on improving the safety on the A2 route between Warrenpoint and Newcastle. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “The A2 is an important route linking Warrenpoint to Newcastle and the surrounding areas. Article continues below: “Road safety is an extremely […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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The International Fund for Ireland has confirmed £3.6m/€4.3m of financial assistance to support 32 community projects. The funding, approved at the organisation’s recent Board Meeting in Newcastle County Down, will see £2.1m/€2.6m shared among 17 projects that are working to address difficult issues linked to the legacy of conflict and will engage with young people […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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December has been unusually warm so far this year, but the seasonal influenza virus (or ‘flu’) is still expected to affect people in Northern Ireland over the coming weeks, disrupting Christmas plans, work, school and, particularly for people who have medical conditions, potentially putting their health at risk. Practice nurse Margaret Kerr, who appears in […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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Members of the public have been warned of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning by Newry, Mourne & Down Councillor Liz Kimmins. The Sinn Féin elected representative highlighted her concerns after an incident occurred in the local area. Speaking to Newry Times, she explained, “Fortunately there were no serious consequences as a result of this […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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Department for Infrastructure Minister, Chris Hazzard and Sara Venning, Chief Executive of NI Water, had a clear message for the public, ‘Don’t Wait – Insulate!’ at the recent launch of NI Water’s winter awareness campaign at Parliament Buildings. The message calls on the public to take action now to ensure homes and businesses are prepared […]
Dec 16 2016 | Posted in
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Danielle Travers has been named Northern Ireland Apprentice of the Year for her work with Newry’s Sticky Fingers Arts in the NI Creative & Cultural Awards. The NI Creative & Cultural Skills Awards show that youthful potential and creativity can be developed through support from employers, educators and the opportunity of paid apprenticeships and internships. […]
Dec 15 2016 | Posted in
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Shane O Neills Ladies team, who recently suffered a heartbreaking defeat in their recent All Ireland Intermediate Club Final, received a heroes welcome from the huge crowd present at the annual Camlough Village Christmas Light Switch On. Hundreds of young people and adults gave a rapturous applause to the Armagh & Ulster Club Champions. There […]
Dec 14 2016 | Posted in
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