For over 28 years John Dalzell MBE has dedicated one whole week to sitting out and collecting money for Southern Area Hospice in the run-up to Christmas – usually in the coldest weather when almost everyone else is buying and wrapping Christmas presents. He has now gathered a whole team to assist him, […]
Health Minister Robin Swann has warned that Northern Ireland is entering a new phase in the Covid-19 pandemic, with “hopes and fears” sitting side by side. And he urged everyone to remain “ultra-vigilant” when it comes to stopping the spread of the virus. “We still have a number of crucial days […]
Justice Minister, Naomi Long, has launched a public consultation on enhanced legal protections for victims of domestic abuse. Embed from Getty Images Naomi Long said, “We know all too well that victims of domestic abuse can live in fear of their partner. “For many home is not a safe place. “To […]
Health Minister Robin Swann has confirmed that care home residents will be prioritised in the first phase of the Covid-19 vaccination programme. Embed from Getty Images The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine was approved for use in the UK on 2December 2020, with the first consignment arriving in Northern Ireland two days later. The […]
Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Larkin has said that whilst motorists and residents must be alert to the treacherous weather conditions with regards to their safety on local roads, the Department for Infrastructure needed to show more flexibility on the issue of gritting. The South Armagh Councillor said, “I and my […]
SDLP Councillor Pete Byrne has praised the speedy action of the Board of Governors and staff at St. Joseph’s High School Crossmaglen following an outbreak of Covid-19 at the school. Councillor Byrne said that both staff, students and parents have shown incredible resilience since September and have risen to the challenges faced throughout […]
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is encouraging agri-food businesses and traders to take part in the Department’s forthcoming online EU Exit events aimed at providing information and guidance to help businesses prepare for the end of the transition period. The second in a series of webinars will take place […]
Newry, Mourne and Down Council is proud to support NSPCC Northern Ireland’s Here for Children Christmas Appeal as child cruelty and neglect offences in Northern Ireland increase by 22% this year alone. This evening, Monday 7 December, along with several buildings across Northern Ireland, Newry Town Hall and Down Leisure Centre in Downpatrick […]
Ministers have outlined a package of measures agreed by the Executive that will come into effect at the end of the two-week circuit breaker. Shops, hairdressers, restaurants, places of worship and hotels are among the places that will be able to re-open from December 11. Pubs selling drink only (wet pubs) […]
Newry and Armagh Alliance representative Jackie Coade has called on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to fully commit themselves to the development of a 15-acre city Centre Park in Newry City. The call comes before an important vote in the Council chamber. Speaking to Newry Times, Ms Coade said, “The […]
