
Police are appealing for information following an assault in the Sugar Island area of Newry in the early hours of Sunday 11 July 2021. Shortly after 2.30 am, officers received a report that two men, aged in their 20’s had been assaulted by two unknown males as they were making their way towards […]
Jul 20 2021 | Posted in
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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is teaming up with Walk NI to champion its campaign #RightSideOfOutside as we approach the summer months to encourage those visiting rural areas within the District to do so in a safe and respectful way. Whilst Walk NI and the Council have been delighted to see the […]
Jul 20 2021 | Posted in
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The Ring of Gullion Landscape Partnership and Newry Mourne and Down District Council is working with local community groups to launch an exciting new initiative; Tidy Villages South Armagh. Most village communities are carrying out stellar work around south Armagh and the Partnership Members wanted to encourage, expand and reward these efforts. […]
Jul 20 2021 | Posted in
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Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon is calling on everyone to use their water wisely by reducing unnecessary water use to protect supplies. NI Water has advised that demand is currently outstripping supply and that we all need to take steps now to ensure everyone has sufficient water supply for essential hygiene and daily use. […]
Jul 19 2021 | Posted in
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Detectives are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery at a convenience store in Warrenpoint on the evening of Friday 16 July 2021. Detective Sergeant David Stewart says, “We received a report of a robbery at a shop in the Duke Street area of the town around 6.30 pm. “The shop […]
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Detectives in Ardmore are investigating a series of burglaries in the Newry area on Friday 2 July 2021. Reports were received on Friday morning of four burglaries at houses at Ballydogherty Road and Brown Moss Road in Loughgilly, and at Latt Road and Armagh Road in Newry. It is believed that […]
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With temperatures rising significantly over this past week, Northern Ireland animal welfare charity the USPCA is urging pet owners to ensure their companion is kept safe from the heat. Speaking to Newry Times, Colleen Tinnelly, USPCA says, “We’re very lucky to have such wonderful weather. “But we’re asking the public to keep their […]
Jul 18 2021 | Posted in
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NI Water is calling for urgent action from everyone to reduce their water usage immediately. NI Water stated, “Please reduce unnecessary use to protect supplies. “Due to the hot weather and people holidaying at home, demand is outstripping supply. “We need to ensure everyone has sufficient water for hygiene and daily […]
Jul 17 2021 | Posted in
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Millions more people could benefit from a free flu vaccine this year, as Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid announces the most comprehensive flu vaccination programme in UK history today, 17 July 2021. From September 2021, providers will offer the flu vaccine to over 35 million people during the upcoming winter season, […]
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NI Water has issued a warning to any adventurous walkers who plan a trip to the countryside and all those planning to walk in the Mournes this weekend, to be very wary of wildfire risk. There is a greater risk of wildfires at this time of year mainly due to easterly wind conditions, […]
Jul 17 2021 | Posted in
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