Stories written by DeclanCo-Founder, IT Specialist and Journalist at Newry Times. Declan is a graduate of the University of Ulster, gaining a Bachelor's degree in Interactive Multimedia Design.

The stage is set for The Genuine Articles this weekend as the band prepares for a memorable homecoming. It is perhaps fitting as well that the band are to perform at the venue where it all began. The Genuine Articles made a huge impact on the local music scene in 2008 when they won the […]

Health officials have said that pseudomonas bacteria has been detected in water outlets at Daisy Hill Hospital. The Public Health Agency has said that no babies at the hospital have been infected. The infection has killed four babies in separate incidents at Altnagelvin Hospital in Derry in December and the Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital in […]
Feb 9 2012 | Posted in
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Newry based company First Derivatives has funded a new trading room at Queen’s University, Belfast. The trading room is set to show the reality of a career in financial services by emulating trading rooms in cities such as New York and London. The project is also supported by Invest Ni. Chief Executive of First Derivatives, […]
Feb 8 2012 | Posted in
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Newry and Mourne Council held its annual Civic Awards Night in the Newry Arts Centre. People from throughout the district were recognised by the Council for what Newry and Mourne Mayor Cllr Charlie Casey described as their extraordinary achievements and commitment to their communities. Martin Donnelly a native of Cooraclare County Clare became only the […]
Feb 8 2012 | Posted in
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UK and Ireland based company Kedco has secured in the region of £403,000 through the selling of shares. The money, which was raised by selling 31 million shares at £0.013 per share, will be invested into the company’s biomass and electricity and heat generation projects. Newry Times reported last month that Kedco has made it’s […]
Feb 8 2012 | Posted in
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The Mayor for Newry and Mourne, Charlie Casey, has this week announced several events to the mark the occasion of the Olympic torch coming to Newry. Speaking in a statement from the Council, the Mayor announced the following events: • In March 2012 there will be thirty one ten kilometre road races. These races will […]
Feb 8 2012 | Posted in
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Independent television production company Big Mountain Productions is hoping to continue its growth this year by expanding into Great Britain, the USA and Canada. The Newry based company is investing over £480,000 into markets abroad and Invest NI have offered £88,000 to the business. The company, which makes programmes and sells original programme formats to […]
Feb 7 2012 | Posted in
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Armagh fought back to gain an impressive draw against 2010 All Ireland champions Cork in a low scoring affair at the Athletic Grounds. The result means Armagh have gained a valuable point in Division One as they once again target survival in the league. The first half was a scrappy display, producing few scores but […]
Feb 6 2012 | Posted in
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Tickets are now on sale for the dinner dance which shall be held on 18th February in the Burrendale Hotel. Limited ticket numbers are available. Guest speaker Jarlath Burns has been confirmed and tickets should be claimed before next weekend. Tickets cost £30 and are available from Terry O’Hanlon, Roger Morgan, Richard McEvoy, Ionagh McEvoy, […]

Ballymartin Dinner Dance is set for 11 February 2012, and is to be held in Diamond Pats. If you haven’t already got your tickets you can get them from Committee members or from the Ballymartin Inn. Tickets are £20 with entertainment from ‘Goldrush’. The Down GAA Coaching and Games Committee will be holding a Level […]