
New government data analysed by CompareNI.com, has shown Northern Ireland has had the highest increase in private rent than any other country in the UK, with rent in Newry, Mourne and Down increasing by 9.6%. The data showed that private rental prices in Northern Ireland increased by 9.2% in the 12 months to […]
Sep 6 2023 | Posted in
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As the academic year begins NASUWT – The Teachers’ Union has announced the election of its youngest NASUWT Northern Ireland President. Ronan Sharkey, 30, a music teacher from Newry, takes up his post this month and will spend the next year speaking up for the profession. The Head of Year at St Ronan’s […]
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Local suicide prevention charity PIPS Hope and Support, has announced the 11th Annual 10K Run and 5K Walk for World Suicide Prevention Day, which will take place on 10 September 2023. This highly anticipated event aims to raise awareness about suicide prevention, promote mental health advocacy, and stand in solidarity with those affected […]

Sinn Féin MLA Cathy Mason has said an Assembly is needed to legislate to deal with the huge cost of school uniforms that is leaving families struggling. The South Down MLA says, “The stark findings of Save the Children NI’s poll is a clear signal that families need a functioning Assembly to help […]

Armagh’s Food & Cider Weekend is back this September with a tasty line-up of new events, fresh features and an unrivalled tasting menu designed to deliver a uniquely memorable experience worth sharing. From artisan markets, delectable tasting specials, banquets and cidery tours to fiery cooking demos and foraging for food, the island of […]

Detectives from the PSNI’s Organised Crime Branch, assisted by officers from Tactical Support Group, investigating serious criminal activity linked to organised crime, conducted a number of searches in the Downpatrick area on Thursday 31 August 2023. Detective Sergeant Murphy explains, “As part of our searches today we seized a number of items including […]
Sep 5 2023 | Posted in
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Lidl Northern Ireland’s highly anticipated Baby Week Event is kicking off in store from Thursday 7 – Wednesday 13 September and with prices starting from as little as £0.89, you can pick up all the baby essentials you need to help navigate parenthood and support your baby through their early years. Customers can […]

Detectives in Newry investigating a road traffic collision and a number of assaults in the city in the early hours of Sunday, 27 August have charged two men to court. A 33-year-old has been charged with a number of driving offences, as well as grievous bodily harm with intent, assault occasioning actual bodily […]
Sep 4 2023 | Posted in
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Around Noon, the fast-growing food-to-go (FTG) manufacturer, is set to open a major new factory at Slough Trading Estate near London and will create up to 200 new jobs as part of an investment plan announced today. The company, which recently acquired the North London-based Soho Sandwich Company, has also enjoyed strong organic […]

A passing police patrol became aware of a fire at a vacant Parochial House, on Castlewellan Road in Hilltown, shortly before 3am, on Thursday 31 August. NIFRS personnel were in attendance and brought the blaze under control. However, extensive damage has been caused to the property. It is believed at this time that […]
Sep 1 2023 | Posted in
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