The Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Northern Ireland (NI) is asking farmers to remain vigilant and to source animals responsibly in response to the confirmation of Bluetongue Virus (BTV-3) in a sheep in Norfolk following an investigation of a clinical suspect case. Bluetongue virus (BTV) is a notifiable exotic disease and is transmitted […]
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has acknowledged the “immensely valuable” contribution made by internationally recruited staff in Health and Social Care in Northern Ireland. The Minister met a group of doctors recruited from India to work across a range of grades and specialties in Daisy Hill Hospital in Newry and Craigavon Hospital, including general […]
Nursing staff with Life & Time Care, the palliative care charity operating in South Down, have peace of mind when attending nighttime callouts, thanks to an innovative sponsorship from AbbeyAutoline. The independent insurance broker, with a significant operation in Newry, has – for the fifth year – offered to sponsor vehicle breakdown assistance […]
Twenty-five years ago, Marian McConville from Newry and her husband Vincent enjoyed their first taste of cruise life as they set sail to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. Fast-forward twenty-five years and this month, the couple will mark their 50th wedding anniversary as they raise a glass on their latest voyage aboard the […]
Residents and visitors are invited to a true celebration of the Samhain spirit at the Footsteps in the Forest festival in Slieve Gullion Forest Park in an extended programme running from Monday 21 October to Tuesday 29 October 2024. Featuring a blend of eerie entertainment, tantalising treats, captivating characters, spinetingling surprises and immersive […]
A Newry-based entrepreneur has realised her dream of returning from North America to set up her own physiotherapy and Pilates practice, after receiving help through the government-backed Go Succeed service. Catherine Elliott, originally from the United States, moved with her family to the Newry area at the age of 10 but left to […]
SDLP MLA Justin McNulty has welcomed new guidance issued by the Department of Education restricting the personal use of mobile phones throughout the school day, including at break and lunch times. The Newry and Armagh Assembly Member has said that the new guidance from the Department of Education is a step towards protecting […]
Homes in Newry are among 25,000 addresses across Northern Ireland to receive a letter inviting residents to join a new people-led drive to address the crippling housing crisis. The random postcode lottery seeks to recruit 100 representatives to join the Citizen’s Forum on Housing across all six counties to help come up with […]
Northern Ireland’s science and technology hub, Catalyst has opened applications for its Co-Founders programme where ambitious and innovative people will collaborate to create start-up businesses that could change the world. Co-Founders, which will begin on 22 November 2024, is a completely free programme designed for people who have an interest in pursuing the […]
Economy Minister Conor Murphy is encouraging people to apply to a new Assured Skills Academy in Early Learning and Childcare, which is now open. Funded by the Department for the Economy, Belfast Met is collaborating with four local companies in Belfast and the surrounding area to offer 20 individuals the opportunity to follow […]
