
Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced the way forward on Residents’ Parking Schemes following the completion of a review on the issue. The Residents’ Parking Review report considers a number of key issues on the delivery and implementation of Residents’ Parking Schemes. Welcoming the report, Minister O’Dowd says, “I am delighted that the […]
Dec 11 2024 | Posted in
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The Department for Infrastructure has announced a renewed collaboration with the Northern Ireland Road Safety Partnership (NIRSP) to promote two road safety campaigns. The collaboration launched a new road safety public information campaign highlighting the dangers of careless driving in December last year, followed by the established anti-speeding campaign ‘Classroom’ in January 2024. […]
Dec 11 2024 | Posted in
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The SDLP is urging the Executive to implement a review of cross-border rail fares to bring them in line with pricing in the South. SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has been highlighting the differences in the price of fares from Newry and Dundalk to Belfast. The SDLP Opposition brought a motion […]
Dec 10 2024 | Posted in
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Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the rollout of a ‘Pharmacy First for Sore Throat’ Service from community pharmacies across Northern Ireland this winter. The Service will offer advice, clinical assessment and appropriate treatment to anyone aged five years and over in community pharmacies from 1 December 2024. The rollout of the ‘Pharmacy […]
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Deli Lites Ireland has announced the launch of Deli Littles, a new community programme that will provide snacks for schoolchildren. Deli Littles is part of Deli Lites Ireland’s mission to have a meaningful impact by using business as a force for good in the local community and beyond. The Deli Lites Ireland team […]

The Department of Health has reiterated the importance of taking up winter vaccinations when offered to protect yourself and the health service. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt says, “Vaccination offers the best defence for individuals who may suffer more serious illness or hospitalisation as a result of viruses that we can catch more frequently […]
Dec 9 2024 | Posted in
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At the recent annual general meeting of the Camlough Community Association, the large attendance was given a detailed account of the association’s activities for the past year. Those present were also told by Chairperson of the Association Declan Murphy, that whilst the current uncertainty and impasse in relation to the much-needed Community Centre […]
Dec 6 2024 | Posted in
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SuperValu and Centra shoppers are in with a chance of getting their shopping for free in the run-up to Christmas as Musgrave Northern Ireland launches an epic ‘Win Your Shop’ campaign, which will see the business give a total of £25,000 worth of shopping for free. Every customer who shops in a SuperValu […]

A talented photographer from Rostrevor has earned a spot in Ulster Wildlife’s 2025 charity calendar, now available for purchase to support vital efforts in reversing nature’s decline. Louis McNally’s striking photograph of a fox captured locally celebrates the rich diversity of wildlife that thrives in Northern Ireland. The image sits among 11 other […]
Dec 5 2024 | Posted in
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DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has launched a consultation on establishing a Just Transition Commission for Northern Ireland. The commission is designed to ensure the transition to a net zero society is fair and that no one is left behind or disproportionately affected. The announcement was made during an oral statement to the Assembly […]
Dec 5 2024 | Posted in
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