
With face-coverings compulsory on public transport across Northern Ireland, Translink has partnered with local brand, Born & Bred, to design five limited-edition face coverings, as part of its latest efforts to remind everyone to wear a face-covering properly for their entire journey. The face coverings will be given away to passengers for free […]
Oct 9 2020 | Posted in
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Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the relaunch of the Department’s Workforce Appeal to boost staff numbers to assist in the battle against Covid-19. The initial appeal in March saw 1,702 doctors, nurses and other ancillary staff successful in their application to work for the health service. Speaking to Newry Times, […]

A spectacular state-of-the-art 3D ‘Avatar’-style world will rise up from the waters of Newry’s Albert Basin to launch the first-ever virtual Iúr Cinn Fleadh this month (October). Using up-to-the-minute technology, Newry will host its own online festival where attendees can chat with each other as well as watch gigs – just like the […]

Environment Minister Edwin Poots has announced the allocation of an additional £645,000 of funding to environmental projects across Northern Ireland through two strands of the Environment Fund (EF). The EF is one of the mechanisms which enables not-for-profit organisations and councils to deliver key environmental priorities across Northern Ireland. The Minister said, “I […]
Oct 8 2020 | Posted in
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Probably the best news you’ll read today… Carlsberg is offering complimentary pints in pubs across Northern Ireland, including a number of Newry venues. The good news means people in Newry can enjoy a free pint of Carlsberg Pilsner while getting together responsibly at the pub, to catch up on all that’s been going […]

Police have made two arrests following an incident in Warrenpoint during the early hours of this morning, Wednesday, 7 October. Police received a report at 2:35 am of a suspicious vehicle in the Oakland Grove area. Police responded and when travelling along Bridle Loanan, officers activated their blue lights, signalling a silver-coloured Volkswagen Passat […]
Oct 7 2020 | Posted in
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The explosion of popularity in Podcasting over the last five years looks set to continue into 2021, offering Northern Ireland businesses tremendous opportunities. Embed from Getty Images The rise owes a lot to American podcasts from Joe Rogan, (yes, the bald UFC guy who’s always talking about Conor McGregor), and the wildly successful crime podcast […]

As part of its ‘Building Back Responsibly’ campaign, Translink staff are reminding the public to ‘follow 4 simple but important steps when using public transport – wear a face-covering, wash/sanitise your hands frequently, use touch-free ticket options and practice social distancing. There will be additional staff at the main station to re-enforce the […]
Oct 7 2020 | Posted in
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Councillor Roisin Mulgrew has highlighted concerns over the rise in reported incidents of domestic abuse. The Sinn Féin Councillor explained, “Over recent months local charities supporting those who have been victims of domestic violence have expressed their concerns over the rise in reported incidents. “Recent figures from PSNI validate this concern.” […]
Oct 6 2020 | Posted in
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Economy Minister Diane Dodds has announced 3,000 free online training places for people whose employment has been disrupted by the pandemic. Representing an investment of £4.6million, the courses will have a focus on digital skills and be delivered by the local colleges and universities. Encouraging people to apply, the Minister said, […]