
The Southern Trust’s breast cancer team is the first in Ireland to trial a new innovative technology to help improve the outcomes from breast surgery. The team are using new ‘Magseed’ technology to help surgeons accurately locate cancerous tumours. Last year the team operated on 272 people with breast cancer. Speaking to Newry […]
May 3 2018 | Posted in
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With the approach of the summer season, the Police Service of Northern Ireland is advising anyone who owns or uses a caravan to take steps to protect their property and valuables. Speaking to Newry Times, Crime Prevention Officer, Lisa Sherman, said, “Many people will make the most of their caravans over the coming months and […]
May 3 2018 | Posted in
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Pupils from Kilbroney Integrated Primary School in Rostrevor are hoping to be the best in their field as they put the finishing touches to the scarecrow they have created for Northern Ireland’s largest gardening festival – Allianz Garden Show Ireland, which takes place in Antrim Castle Gardens from 4th – 6th May 2018. After weeks […]
May 2 2018 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Sinead Ennis has raised her concerns over issues surrounding road safety on the Derryleckagh Road in Balllyholland. In a statement, the South Down MLA said, “I have requested a site meeting with Department for Infrastructure to discuss the longstanding Road safety concerns on the Derryleckagh Road. “Derryleckagh is used daily […]
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Police are advising businesses to review their security following reports of burglaries across Northern Ireland involving the thefts from internal ATMs within local retail businesses. A recent incident in the Co. Down area, where a sum of cash was taken when thieves entered the premises and smashed open the ATM, highlights the importance of regularly […]

May is Walking Month and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is setting everyone a challenge to count their steps and then try to do a bit more. There are many health benefits of walking and adding a brisk pace to your step can help you feel good, reduce anxiety, help manage your weight, reduce blood […]
May 1 2018 | Posted in
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Slieve Gullion Area Sinn Féin Councillor Terry Hearty has welcomed confirmation from the Department of Infrastructure (DfI) that they will resurface Concession Road from Ballynacarry Bridge to the speed limit signs in Cullaville during the current financial year. The local Councillor stated, “This is welcome news. Roads Service had stated that they intended to only […]
May 1 2018 | Posted in
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A new pilot scheme aimed at improving our environment, reducing the number of on-farm inspections and helping farmers comply with payment rules has been launched by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA). Water Management Unit within NIEA has worked closely with Countryside Management Unit and the Ulster Farmers’ Union to develop the […]
May 1 2018 | Posted in
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