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Co-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.

Bradley welcomes retention of Tax Office jobs in Newry

SDLP MLA for Newry and Armagh, Dominic Bradley has learned that the tax office staff based in Carnbane in Newry will retain their jobs until a further review in 2015. Welcoming the news Mr Bradley said, “In September last year, I was approached by some staff members employed by HMRC in Newry, concerned that their […]

In Pictures: Drugs seized at Rostrevor cannabis factory

A 33 year old male and 29 year old female have been charged in relation to a drugs seizure in the Pinewood area of Rostrevor. Police in the area recovered 70 cannabis plants and 35kgs of cannabis resin following the search of a house, four dogs were also seized at this property. Both the man and […]

Roads and paths need urgent repairs in Mullach Alainn – Davy Hyland

Newry Councillor, Davy Hyland, has criticised the state of the road and footpaths in the Mullach Alainn area in Carnagat. Davy explained “I was approached by several residents of this area who voiced concerns over the state of the road and footpaths. This housing development was completed over eight years ago and it’s totally unacceptable […]

Local MP attends launch of Tourism Ireland’s 2012 campaign

Sinn Féin Newry Armagh MP Conor Murphy has attended the launch of Tourism Ireland’s 2012 campaign in London. Mr Murphy was among 200 guests at the event which saw local politicians Martin McGuinness, Peter Robinson and others rubbing shoulders with stars including Eamon Holmes and Christine Bleakley. Legendary musician Van Morrison provided entertainment on the […]

Sinn Fein’s Boylan: “Double Jobbing should end by next elections”

Newry Armagh Assembly Member Cathal Boylan has pressed the Environment Minister on the issue of dual mandate councillors and MLAs during the Assembly’s Question Time. Mr Boylan said, “This issue of dual mandate, or double jobbing as it is colloquially known, is one which has been on the cards for many years. The previous Environment […]

Environmental Improvement Scheme for Newry set to start this month

Newry is set for an Environmental Improvement Scheme which aims to improve areas such as Hill Street and Monaghan Street. The scheme will begin in January and run until May 2012. The work will improve the area by installing new kerbing, paving, street furniture and tree planting, as well as new decorative street lighting. Following […]

Killeavy GAA, club news and events – 23rd January

Management Update The first Games Committee meeting of the year took place last Tuesday evening with the agenda dominated by the need to sort out management and coaching teams for the year ahead. Most positions were filled on the night but there are still a few gaps at underage level particularly with our ladies teams. […]

Camlocha Craobh Rua Hurling, club news and events – 23rd January

Sincerest Sympathies: The Committee, Members and Players of Camlocha Craobh Rua extend their deepest sympathy to our respected club member and player Ryan Lundy, on the death of his mother Carmel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lundy and Shields families at this present moment. Dia trócaire ar a hanam Club Activities J Harris […]

Longstone GAC, club news and events – 23rd January

Longstone Dinner Dance & Reunion Night this Saturday in Longstone Hall. Doors open from 6.45pm and Food will be served at 7.30pm. Dress code is smart casual. General tidy and setting up of Longstone Hall, in preparation for the Dinner Dance, this Friday from 7pm. Clean-up of the Hall this Sunday starts at 12pm. All […]

Kilcoo GAC, club news and events – 23rd January

Tickets are now on sale for the Dinner dance which shall be held on 18th February in the Burrendale Hotel. They cost £30 and are available from Terry O’Hanlon, Roger Morgan, Richard McEvoy, Ionagh McEvoy, Gerry Laverty or Cathy Grant. All tickets must be paid in full prior to the event. Club Membership is now […]







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