
Local Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has called for urgent action from Infrastructure Minister Nicola Mallon to address road safety outside schools. The Newry and Armagh MLA said, “Across the North, there are 148 schools with a speed limit of 60mph outside their gates. “This is an extremely concerning statistic and […]
Dec 15 2020 | Posted in
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Despite the difficulties coronavirus has caused this year, there are over 335 projects in communities across Northern Ireland that have benefited from over £975,000 investment by the Public Health Agency (PHA). This investment has been the result of a short-term funding programme to support the mental and emotional wellbeing of communities, with thousands […]
Dec 14 2020 | Posted in
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The Health Minister Robin Swann and Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín have welcomed the BBC’s Christmas Appeal and its focus this year on tackling loneliness. The Covid-19 pandemic has had a severe impact on the mental health and wellbeing of many people, particularly the elderly, those who were shielding earlier in the year […]
Dec 14 2020 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann urges people to talk to their loved ones about organ donation as he launches a consultation on an opt-out system. The purpose of the consultation is to seek the views of the public view on how to introduce a soft opt-out organ donation system for Northern Ireland. […]
Dec 11 2020 | Posted in
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Police are appealing for information after a report of arson in Bessbrook. The incident took place at premises in the Carrickvista area of Bessbrook. Local police said the reported incident happened on Friday 11 December. Detective Constable Kenny comments, “At approximately 5.30 am, a property was set on fire. […]
Dec 11 2020 | Posted in
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Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon has allocated £87,000 for local road safety initiatives funded by the Department’s Road Safety Grant Scheme. Minister Mallon said, “A key priority for me as Minister for Infrastructure is delivering on initiatives that help to improve wellbeing for everyone and encourage safe road user behaviour. “In September […]
Dec 11 2020 | Posted in
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One of Newry’s longest-standing family businesses is celebrating this month as it welcomes the fifth generation to join the team at Best Property Services. Olivia Best has joined the leading agency as a residential sales advisor and negotiator for the family firm, which has a proud history servicing the property market for over […]
Dec 11 2020 | Posted in
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People across Northern Ireland are being urged to ensure every child receives a present on Christmas day this year despite the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. Stuff A Bus Northern Ireland, launched by Translink in 2017, receives thousands of toys every year in aid of the Salvation Army and St Vincent De Paul. […]
Dec 11 2020 | Posted in
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Dear Editor, There seems to be a perception that GPs are hiding in their surgeries, avoiding patients and twiddling their thumbs during this pandemic. I’d like to tell you, from a GP’s perspective that nothing could be further from the truth. As a GP of 25 years, this winter has been one of the busiest […]

For over 28 years John Dalzell MBE has dedicated one whole week to sitting out and collecting money for Southern Area Hospice in the run-up to Christmas – usually in the coldest weather when almost everyone else is buying and wrapping Christmas presents. He has now gathered a whole team to assist him, […]
Dec 9 2020 | Posted in
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