
Health Minister Robin Swann has warned that Northern Ireland is entering a new phase in the Covid-19 pandemic, with “hopes and fears” sitting side by side. And he urged everyone to remain “ultra-vigilant” when it comes to stopping the spread of the virus. “We still have a number of crucial days […]

Health Minister Robin Swann has confirmed that care home residents will be prioritised in the first phase of the Covid-19 vaccination programme. Embed from Getty Images The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine was approved for use in the UK on 2December 2020, with the first consignment arriving in Northern Ireland two days later. The […]

Slieve Gullion area Sinn Féin Councillor Mickey Larkin has said that whilst motorists and residents must be alert to the treacherous weather conditions with regards to their safety on local roads, the Department for Infrastructure needed to show more flexibility on the issue of gritting. The South Armagh Councillor said, “I and my […]
Dec 8 2020 | Posted in
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SDLP Councillor Pete Byrne has praised the speedy action of the Board of Governors and staff at St. Joseph’s High School Crossmaglen following an outbreak of Covid-19 at the school. Councillor Byrne said that both staff, students and parents have shown incredible resilience since September and have risen to the challenges faced throughout […]
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Newry, Mourne and Down Council is proud to support NSPCC Northern Ireland’s Here for Children Christmas Appeal as child cruelty and neglect offences in Northern Ireland increase by 22% this year alone. This evening, Monday 7 December, along with several buildings across Northern Ireland, Newry Town Hall and Down Leisure Centre in Downpatrick […]
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Newry and Armagh Alliance representative Jackie Coade has called on Newry, Mourne and Down District Council to fully commit themselves to the development of a 15-acre city Centre Park in Newry City. The call comes before an important vote in the Council chamber. Speaking to Newry Times, Ms Coade said, “The […]
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Police are appealing for information following a report of arson. The incident happened at premises on the Mountain Road area of Kilkeel yesterday morning, Sunday 6 December. Inspector McCullough said, “At around 1:30 am, it was reported that the door of a hall in the area was on fire. “It is […]
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Winter is here, there is no escaping that, but you can escape the effects of it by protecting the home you are renting against burst pipes. NI Water is advising students about the devastating effects a burst pipe can have on the property they are renting. A burst pipe can destroy […]
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The Police Service of Northern Ireland is reminding everyone to stay safe online as part of Operation Season’s Greetings. Detective Chief Superintendent Anthony McNally, Head of Public Protection Branch, said, “Whether you are shopping, gaming or using the internet for dating there are steps you can take to make sure you and your […]
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Self Assessment customers should be alert to criminals claiming to be from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). As the department issues thousands of SMS messages and emails as part of its annual Self Assessment tax return push, HMRC is warning customers completing their returns to take care to avoid being caught out by […]