![NIE Networks Vulnerable Customer Team | Newry News - newry news today](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NIE-Networks-Vulnerable-Customer-Team-Newry-News-newry-news-today-90x65.jpg)
NIE Networks has announced a new Vulnerable Customer Team, which is dedicated to providing support and assistance to those in our community who may require additional help with their electricity service. Whilst NIE Networks always helped and supported their vulnerable customers, this new team re-emphasises their commitment to delivering the best possible level […]
Jul 26 2024 | Posted in
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![Fibrus Broadband allocates £60,000 to community groups across Northern Ireland | Newry News - latest news newry](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Fibrus-Broadband-allocates-60000-to-community-groups-across-Northern-Ireland-Newry-News-latest-news-newry-90x65.jpg)
Over 30 Northern Irish community groups are receiving grants this year to help people across the region access the internet and digital technology, thanks to funding provided by Fibrus, a local broadband provider. The Fibrus Community Fund, launched in 2021, has provided £175,000 worth of funding across Northern Ireland to support digital inclusion […]
Jul 25 2024 | Posted in
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![Stars align at the Southern Trust Home Care Awards | Newry News - newry news facebook](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Stars-align-at-the-Southern-Trust-Home-Care-Awards-Newry-News-newry-news-facebook-90x65.jpg)
The important work that domiciliary care staff do in providing social care and support to thousands of service users has been recognised at the inaugural Southern Health and Social Care Trust Home Care Awards. Staff from across the Trust’s three domiciliary care teams—Armagh and Dungannon, Craigavon and Banbridge, Newry and Mourne, and the […]
Jul 24 2024 | Posted in
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The winners of Southern Area Hospice’s inaugural ‘Step It Up’ corporate challenge have finally been revealed, with CCL Services Newry scooping the top prize for raising the most money in the small business category. CCL Services raised an outstanding £5,314.24 as result of their employees taking 10,000 steps every day in May while […]
Jul 24 2024 | Posted in
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Southern Area Hospice (SAH) is marking the first anniversary of its Out of Hours (OOH) On-Call Nursing Service, which provides end-of-life care to patients who have a cancer diagnosis 365 days a year. Launched in July 2023, the service has supported 47 patients and their families. It helps with symptom management for the […]
Jul 23 2024 | Posted in
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![£1.9million boost for over-50s employability | Newry News - co down news](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1.9million-boost-for-over-50s-employability-Newry-News-co-down-news-90x65.jpg)
A £1.9million scheme aimed at boosting the employment opportunities of the over-50s has been announced by the Department for Communities. JobStart 50+ will provide around 180 jobs across various sectors in a ‘test and learn’ pilot exercise funded by the UK government. The funding will be used to evaluate the impact of job […]
![Communities Committee Invite Local Deaf Community To ‘Get To Know The Assembly’ | Newry News - county down news](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Communities-Committee-Invite-Local-Deaf-Community-To-‘Get-To-Know-The-Assembly-Newry-News-county-down-news-90x65.jpg)
The Assembly Committee for Communities recently held a special event at Parliament Buildings where members of the local deaf community were invited to learn more about the work and remit of the Northern Ireland Assembly. The event was an opportunity for participants to learn more about the stages of legislation in preparation for […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
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Voting has officially opened for this year’s High Street Hero Awards, which will showcase the best independent retailers and high streets in Northern Ireland. You can nominate your favourite business from 1 July 2024 up until 31 July 2024. It is the perfect opportunity to recognise the independent retailers who are going above […]
Jul 19 2024 | Posted in
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![Murlough And Tyrella In Top Ten Best Beaches To Visit This Summer | Newry News - newry news today](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Murlough-And-Tyrella-In-Top-Ten-Best-Beaches-To-Visit-This-Summer-Newry-News-newry-news-today-90x65.jpg)
Travel insurance experts at CompareNI.com have researched the top ten beaches in Northern Ireland. The index ranks ten popular beaches based on factors such as cleanliness, facilities, cost, safety and 5-star reviews. Benone Beach topped the list, having received a blue flag award multiple times. It offers free parking, toilet facilities, safety equipment, […]
Jul 18 2024 | Posted in
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![Southern Trust’s first Golden Baby! | Newry News - daisy hill hospital newry](https://newrytimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Southern-Trusts-first-Golden-Baby-Newry-News-daisy-hill-hospital-newry-90x65.jpg)
Maternity and Community Health Visiting services within the Southern Health and Social Care Trust have been accredited as Baby Friendly Gold for ensuring parents are supported to make fully informed choices about how they feed their babies. The internationally recognised UNICEF’s UK Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI) is based on a set of interlinking […]
Jul 17 2024 | Posted in
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