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Slieve Gullion Area Sinn Féin Councillor Terry Hearty has welcomed confirmation from the Department of Infrastructure (DfI) that they will resurface Concession Road from Ballynacarry Bridge to the speed limit signs in Cullaville during the current financial year. The local Councillor stated, “This is welcome news. Roads Service had stated that they intended to only […]
May 1 2018 | Posted in
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A new pilot scheme aimed at improving our environment, reducing the number of on-farm inspections and helping farmers comply with payment rules has been launched by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA). Water Management Unit within NIEA has worked closely with Countryside Management Unit and the Ulster Farmers’ Union to develop the […]
May 1 2018 | Posted in
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Detectives have said they are investigating the serious assault of two men in the Mullaghbawn area of south Armagh on Saturday 28 April. They re-visited a number of scenes on Sunday to conduct further enquiries. Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Chief Inspector Jill Duffie said, “We believe the two men, James White and […]
Apr 30 2018 | Posted in
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The population in each Local Government District (LGD) in Northern Ireland is projected to grow and age. This is one of the findings of the statistics published by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA). Over the 10 year period from mid-2016 to mid-2026, Northern Ireland’s population is projected to grow by […]
Apr 30 2018 | Posted in
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Sinn Fein’s equality spokesperson Megan Fearon has called for a halt to cuts on the Human Rights Commission budget. Speaking to Newry Times, the Newry and Armagh MLA commented, “The Human Rights Commission was established as part of the Good Friday Agreement and it was expected to play a key role in protecting and promoting […]
Apr 30 2018 | Posted in
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Detectives have charged a 25-year-old male with possession of a class A controlled drug, possession of a class A controlled drug with intent to supply and possessing fireworks without a licence. The charges are in connection with the search of a house in O’Donoghue Park, Bessbrook recently by detectives from Criminal Investigations Branch Organised Crime […]
Apr 30 2018 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MP Mickey Brady has welcomed a delegation of Labour MEP’s who are visiting the North to assess the implications of Brexit. The Newry/Armagh MP thanked the delegation for their interest and for taking the time to ‘”see and hear the harsh reality of Brexit for the island of Ireland’. He told […]
Apr 28 2018 | Posted in
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The search for two men, James White and Alexis Guesto, continues after a search operation in the Silverbridge area of South Armagh. Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Chief Inspector Jill Duffie from PSNI Public Protection Branch said, “We would like to thank the local community for the information they have provided so far that has assisted […]
Apr 28 2018 | Posted in
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Detectives are investigating the report of an aggravated burglary at a house in Wakefield Terrace, Bessbrook on Saturday 28 April. Police received a report that between 1:30am and 1:45am on Saturday morning, two masked men, one armed with a hammer and one with a chain, had forced their way into the house and assaulted three […]
Apr 28 2018 | Posted in
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Detectives from PSNI Public Protection Branch are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of two men, James White and Alexis Guesto. Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Chief Inspector Jill Duffie said, “These two men are wanted in Northern Ireland for a range of offences, including breach of licence and warrants. […]
Apr 27 2018 | Posted in
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