
With the festive party season getting into full flow, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is on hand with some helpful advice and some safer drinking tips, if you choose to drink alcohol. Many of us over-indulge at Christmas, but overdoing it with alcohol could seriously damage your health. Article continues below Michael Owen, the PHA’s […]
Dec 19 2019 | Posted in
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The Department for Infrastructure has announced two appointments to the Board of Warrenpoint Harbour Authority. The Permanent Secretary has appointed David Gray to serve for a first term and Geraldine Donaghy to serve a second term on the Warrenpoint Harbour Authority (WHA) Board. Article continues below The Board members have responsibility, under a series of […]
Dec 18 2019 | Posted in
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The Go For It Programme has helped over 5,500 entrepreneurs from across Northern Ireland launch their very own business plan in the last two years. This project is part-funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund under the Investment for Growth & Jobs Northern Ireland (2014-2020) Programme. Article continues below The Go […]
Dec 18 2019 | Posted in
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Four people from the Southern Health and Social Care Trust area were among the first group to secure an Open College Network qualification in Community Health Facilitation. In total 34 people from across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland border counties and Scotland received the NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Community Health Facilitation which provides […]
Dec 16 2019 | Posted in
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Hospitality workers from the Newry, Rostrevor and Warrenpoint area have recently enhanced their skills and gained qualifications as part of the Diageo Learning for Life: Hospitality Elevator programme. The Hospitality Elevator programme is aimed at over 18s currently working in the industry who are looking to increase their hours, level of responsibility and develop skills […]
Dec 16 2019 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin Councillor Terry Hearty has called on the DFI Roads Service Southern Division Manager, Simon Richards, to visit South Armagh. The Slieve Gullion representative made the call as part of a lobbying campaign he has been carrying out regarding the state of rural roads in the area. Article continues below “I have been repeatedly […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Local business STATSports has been awarded the highest level of certification available for its data security processes. The Newry company’s information security management system has been certified to ISO 27001, the international and auditable standard which rubber stamps its processes and IT system as capable of ensuring sensitive information stays secure. Article continues below It […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Forty new entry-level paid internships will offer young people in Northern Ireland the chance to gain real on-the-job experience to kick-start their careers in the creative industries. The NI Creative Employment Programme (NICEP) will work with employers to establish brand new posts in order to give people opportunities in the arts and cultural sector. Article […]

Carers of adults with a disability across the Newry and Mourne area have been treated to some time out in recognition of their valuable role. Organised by the Southern Trust’s Disability Day Care Team, 137 carers of service users who attend Binnian, Crossmaglen, the Laurels, Millview and Windsor Day Centres, were invited to the event […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Emma Martin from Newry graduated today with a Master’s in Software Development from Queen’s University Belfast. Emma was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, a chronic illness, during her time at university but with the support of her lecturers and Queen’s staff, she was able to balance the condition with her studies. Article continues below She has now […]
Dec 12 2019 | Posted in
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