PSNI and Southern Regional College, Newry, are working together to encourage young people to think carefully about the consequences of their actions and to avoid having a #SoberingMoment. PSNI Corporate Communications Department, PSNI Newry, Mourne & Down and Southern Regional College (SRC) joined forces at the beginning of the academic year to take part in […]
Newry and Armagh MP Mickey Brady has said that it is a miracle that no one was killed following an incident along the Armagh Road in Newry. He was speaking after a car crashed and caused severe damage. The MP, who lives close to where the incident happened, stated, “I understand that a […]
A series of wall murals designed by local students has been unveiled at the Daisy Children and Young People’s Unit at Daisy Hill Hospital. A total of 14 pieces of art designed by secondary school students have been installed around the unit on the sixth floor of the hospital which opened earlier this year. […]
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Environment, Energy and Climate Change, Cathal Boylan has highlighted the need to cut down on needless plastic use in our society. Speaking to Newry Times, the Newry and Armagh MLA said, “We all have a responsibility for the planet and plastic pollution is a human-made problem, we all need to take […]
The month of June has been designated Scams Awareness Month. During this month Trading Standards and The Consumer Council will be joining with other organisations to raise awareness and encourage people to report and talk about the issues. Scams Awareness Month is an annual campaign bringing together organisations and consumers across the country […]
With less than one week to go to the start of the World Cup in Russia, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to use the competition as inspiration to kick off some healthy habits. Mary Black, Assistant Director for Health and Social Wellbeing Improvement at the PHA, said, “The World Cup will see […]
Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Charlie Casey has said that there is growing frustration in the Dromalane area amongst many local residents, pedestrians and motorists about the issue of car parking. “The situation is getting completely out of hand,” the local Councillor told Newry Times. “Cars are being literally abandoned by owners and […]
Sinn Féin MLA Sinéad Ennis along with local Warrenpoint Councillor Mickey Ruane have both welcomed a large £350,000 investment into major resurfacing and repair works along the Upper Dromore Road, Warrenpoint. Speaking to Newry Times, Ennis said, ‘This is a much-welcomed announcement by the Department for Infrastructure. “The Upper Dromore Road along with […]
Northern Ireland’s first ever Health and Fitness Awards have been launched to help recognise and celebrate the industry’s leading professionals and organisers are seeking entries from individuals and organisations in Newry. The prestigious awards ceremony, which is sponsored by convenience retailer Centra, will take place on Saturday 22 September 2018 in the Crowne Plaza Belfast […]
A roadmap for the future of Daisy Hill Hospital’s Emergency Department is now a reality – thanks to a meaningful partnership between the local community, workforce and the health and social care system. The Department of Health has confirmed details of an investment package as part of a long-term plan to sustain and bolster urgent […]
