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Firmus energy marks significant investment in Newry area during 2020

firmus energy marks significant investment in Newry area during 2020 - Michael Scott MD firmus energy - Newry online

Local natural gas supplier firmus energy has marked a significant year of investment in the Newry and Mourne area.     The local gas company has invested £2.6m in the area to bring natural gas to even more homes and businesses across the City.     Established in 2006, firmus energy supplies natural gas to […]

Charity helping Northern Ireland nurses this winter

CHARITY HELPING NURSES IN NORTHERN IRELAND THIS WINTER - Newry news

A charity supporting nursing and midwifery staff is urging those working in Northern Ireland to seek help this winter.     Cavell Nurses’ Trust helps nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants all over the UK who are facing a personal or financial crisis, often due to illness, disability, domestic abuse or the impact of the Covid-19 […]

£4m Small Woodland Grant Scheme announced

Poots announces £4 Million Small Woodland Grant Scheme in support of ‘Forests for Our Future’ programme - Newry Times

Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced the next stage of the ‘Forests for Our Future’ programme by launching a new £4million grant scheme.       The scheme aims to encourage and help landowners plant their own native woodlands.        Successful applicants to the Small Woodland Grant Scheme will receive a standard establishment grant […]

Prestigious award for the team behind COVID-19 Dashboard

Prestigious award for the team behind COVID-19 Dashboard - Newry Times news

The Department of Health COVID-19 Statistical Reporting Team has won a prestigious UK-wide Analysis in Government Award for its work on the COVID-19 Dashboard.     The awards celebrate the achievements of the Analysis function within Government across the UK. One hundred and eighteen nominations were received across five categories.     Against stiff competition […]

Local Councillor highlights Slieve Gullion litter issue

Local Councillor Highlights Litter Issue at Slieve Gullion - Newry Newspapers Sinn Fein

Slieve Gullion Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Larkin has reminded all those visiting Slieve Gullion to take their litter home with them.     The local Councillor said, “Many people visit the mountain to walk, run and cycle.     “Sporting clubs also use the mountain drive for training. “Whilst we welcome all visitors to the […]

Newry parents claiming Child Benefit reminded to register births

New parents claiming Child Benefit reminded to register births - Newry newspapers

Parents in Northern Ireland are being urged to register the birth of their newborns, so HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can verify their Child Benefit claims.     Normally, a birth must be registered before claiming Child Benefit.      However, with some local register offices operating at reduced capacity and some parents unable to […]

Minister Swann praises work of Mental Health staff

Minister Swann praises work of Mental Health staff - Newry newspaper

Health Minister Robin Swann has visited Holywell hospital to meet staff and show his appreciation to all Mental Health workforce in Northern Ireland.     Minister Swann said, “This pandemic has taken a massive physical toll on us all but it has also had a significant impact on emotional wellbeing and mental health among our […]

Maghaberry prisoners Christmas gift for autistic children

Maghaberry prisoners have embraced the gift of giving at Christmas by donating cash from their fundraising efforts during the Covid pandemic to an autistic children’s charity.     Maghaberry Prison Deputy Governor, David Savage, recently visited the Newtownards Branch of the National Autistic Society to present a cheque for £5,185, proceeds of prisoners’ recycling and […]

Translink Staff Charity Fund gives £36,000 to local charities

Translink Staff Charity Fund gives £36,000 to Local Charities - Newry News Headlines

Translink staff have recently made donations to twelve local charities including Translink charity partner Cancer Focus Northern Ireland along with eleven other staff nominated charities ahead of Christmas.     The transport operator’s employees raised funds through their payroll Give As You Earn Scheme and nominated a range of charities for donations focusing on key […]

New Translink advice to customers as tighter Covid restrictions introduced from Boxing Day

New Translink advice to customers as tighter Covid restrictions introduced from Boxing Day - Newry bus times

With the recently announced tighter COVD-19 restrictions coming into effect from Boxing Day, Translink is advising passengers to plan ahead and regularly check the website, social media or use the Journey Planner for the latest timetable information.     Translink also reminds all those travelling cross-border to book online in advance.     Current arrangements […]







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