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Who bakes the best scones in Newry? Competition to find the best scone makers in the business | Newry Times

Who bakes the best scones in Newry Competition to find the best scone makers in the business - Newry Times - newry news today

The Dairy Council for Northern Ireland has launched a campaign to help the foodservice sector as lockdown restrictions are eased.      Aimed at cafes, coffee shops, home bakeries, restaurants, bars and hotels, the campaign’s aim is to find Northern Ireland’s best scones.     Jointly funded by the EU, the campaign recognises the importance […]

Further £16 million announced for ‘Engage 2’ programme | Newry Times

Further £16 million announced for ‘Engage 2’ programme - Newry Times - newry news today

A programme that allows schools to offer additional help to pupils most impacted by the pandemic is now being extended.     The Engage 2 programme will also be broadened to include funded pre-school education settings, special schools, and Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) settings.      Education Minister, Peter Weir says, “I fully […]

Planning Approval granted for £40m Training Centre for Firefighter Training | Newry Times

Planning Approval granted for £40m Training Centre for Firefighter Training - Newry Times - newry news now

Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) has welcomed planning approval from Mid Ulster Council for the final phase of its Learning & Development Centre (LDC).      The £42.2 million investment is a Northern Ireland Executive flagship project and represents the largest capital build ever undertaken by NIFRS. The facilities will revolutionise how NIFRS […]

Newry in Top 4 for Public Chargers with 31 – but only £84k in Grants | Newry Times

Newry in Top 4 for Public Chargers with 31 - but only £84k in Grants - Newry Times - newry traffic news car charging

There was a record increase in demand for electric car home charging grants across the UK in 2020, according to figures from the Office for Zero-Emission Vehicles.     However, the combined value of grants in Northern Ireland amounted to just £1,283,779, with Belfast claiming the most at £193k followed by Ards and North Down […]

Dodds launches visitor pledge to support tourism | Newry Times

Dodds launches visitor pledge to support tourism - Newry Times - newry newspaper

Economy Minister Diane Dodds has launched a new visitor pledge to encourage safe and responsible tourism across Northern Ireland while supporting local businesses.       Hosted on the Discover Northern Ireland website, visitors are asked to show their support by signing up to the pledge and committing to the three core guidelines: Take Care of […]

38 New Full-Time Firefighters Graduate | Newry Times

38 New Full-Time Firefighters Graduate - Newry Times - newry news co down

38 new Wholetime (Full-Time) Firefighters have graduated from Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) and will now begin their careers in Fire Stations across Northern Ireland.     The 38 Firefighters were the second group to have completed their training during a global pandemic, and they graduated at three ceremonies at NIFRS Learning and […]

Accident prevention in the spotlight during Child Safety Week | Newry Times

Accident prevention in the spotlight during Child Safety Week - Newry Times - newry news

Accidents are the main cause of death for children post-infancy, with many occurring in the home.     During Child Safety Week (7-13 June) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is raising awareness of accidents that can happen in the home and providing helpful tips to prevent them from occurring. Hilary Johnston, Health and Social Wellbeing […]

Successful drug seizures ‘leaves our community a safer place’ – Long | Newry Times

The seizure of over 90,000 tablets destined for addresses throughout Northern Ireland has left our community a safer place, Justice Minister Naomi Long has said.       The Minister was speaking after a collaborative Organised Crime Task Force operation, part of the Global Operation Pangea XIV 2021, saw multiple packages of tablets and other […]

Lidl NI celebrates Father’s Day with budget-friendly gift guide for under £20 | Newry Times

Lidl NI celebrates Father’s Day with budget-friendly gift guide for under £20 - Newry Times - newry news baby

With Father’s Day fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking of the perfect gift for your dad, which let’s face it, can be a daunting task.     With that in mind, Lidl Northern Ireland has curated the perfect selection of middle aisle style gifts that are guaranteed to put a smile on your dad’s […]

Life-saving efforts of NI search and rescue volunteers applauded | Newry Times

Life-saving efforts of NI search and rescue volunteers applauded - Newry Times - newry news headlines

Justice Minister Naomi Long has paid tribute to the dedicated lifesaving efforts of the many volunteers of Northern Ireland Search and Rescue (NISAR).     The Minister was announcing £100,000 funding for the nine voluntary groups that provide assistance to emergency services in search and rescue on inland waterways, mountains and caves.     A […]







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