
Newry MLA Liz Kimmins has said it has been confirmed that the resurfacing of 4th Street in Barcroft will commence shortly. Welcoming the news, the Sinn Féin MLA said, “Department for Infrastructure representatives have confirmed that work on resurfacing the road along 4th Street in Barcroft will commence within weeks. Article continues below “This is […]
Mar 17 2020 | Posted in
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Newry and Armagh MP Micky Brady attended the recent public inquiry into the upgrading of the A1. He voiced his “categorical support for delivering essential safety improvements to the dual carriageway”. Article continues below The Newry and Armagh MP said, “The tragic loss of life that has occurred every year on this road expose the […]
Mar 17 2020 | Posted in
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Business volunteers will be on hand in libraries across Northern Ireland, including Newry Library, to share their IT skills, helping others use the Internet, email, social media and more Sessions can be booked by contacting your local library directly. On Thursday 23 April – Digital Learning Day – hundreds of business volunteers will be poised […]

Sinn Féin Party Group Leader on Newry Mourne & Down Council, Willie Clarke has contacted the CEO of the Council and political parties to request that Council-owned leisure centres shut with immediate effect as the threat from COVID-19 intensifies. Speaking to Newry Times, Willie Clarke said, “This morning I have written to both the CEO […]

Latest update on coronavirus (Covid-19) As of 2.00pm on Monday 16 March, testing has resulted in seven new positive cases. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Northern Ireland to 52. The total number of tests completed in Northern Ireland is 1,171. People with mild symptoms – new persistent […]

Education Minister Peter Weir has today issued guidance to schools and other educational settings in Northern Ireland. The guidance is intended to assist schools and other educational settings, including early years and youth, to provide advice for pupils, students, staff and parents or carers regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). Northern Ireland schools will ‘remain open, for now’ […]

Sinn Fein MLA Cathal Boylan has said measures are required to mitigate the economic impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on businesses and workers. The Newry and Armagh MLA said, “The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is having, and will continue to have, far-reaching impacts on workers and businesses. “It is vital as we respond to […]
Mar 16 2020 | Posted in
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Justice Minister, Naomi Long has issued the following statement regarding upcoming court proceedings and Covid-19. “The wider justice family is working together to mitigate any risks and ensure the continued delivery of justice in Northern Ireland; not least on important matters pertaining to public safety and personal liberty, which are dealt with by the Courts,” […]
Mar 16 2020 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has called on the Minister for Infrastructure to temporarily change the regulations for delivery drivers in light of the coronavirus crisis. Speaking to Newry Times, the South Down MP said, “With the huge levels of pubic concern about the availability of supplies as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, I […]

Killeavy Castle is going green for St Patrick’s Day in both a nod to its Irish heritage as well as the business’ environmental strategy. The Castle will be illuminated green for the St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Tuesday 17 March. Article continues below The Estate has a robust sustainability plan in place built around the […]
Mar 16 2020 | Posted in
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