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Man due at Newry Court after ‘person acting suspiciously’ reports in Camlough

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Police in Newry have charged a man after receiving reports of a ‘person acting suspiciously’ in Camlough.  Police received a report of a person acting suspiciously in the Camlough area.     The incidents happened on Sunday night, 28 June. Article continues below: The 25-year-old man is charged with criminal damage and interference with vehicles. […]

Justice Minister launches Adult Restorative Justice Strategy consultation

Justice Minister Naomi Long has launched a consultation for a proposed Adult Restorative Justice Strategy. Embed from Getty Images   The consultation will consider the development of a strategic approach to restorative practices at all stages of the criminal justice system, from early intervention in the community, formal diversion by statutory agencies, court-ordered disposals, custody […]

Alliance councillor tackles dog fouling problem across Newry and Mourne

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Rowallane Alliance Councillor Patrick Brown has successfully brought a motion to tackle dog fouling across the District, which has now been passed by Council. The motion reads: “Recognising the extent of dog fouling across the District and the need to consider innovative solutions to tackle this problem, the Council will investigate the viability of using […]

Murphy encourages applicants for Boardroom Apprentice 2020

Finance Minister Conor Murphy is encouraging people to take part in this year’s Boardroom Apprentice. The unique programme, which is supported by the Department of Finance, is looking for boardroom apprentices to take a seat at one of over 50 host boards.     The 12-month board learning and development programme, which is now in […]

Rates discount deadline approaching

Domestic ratepayers are reminded that the deadline for the 4% discount if they pay their rate bill in full is Friday 3 July 2020. Bills can be paid online by debit or credit card to secure the discount at www.nidirect.gov.uk/rates.     Ratepayers can also set up a single Direct Debit for full payment to […]

Coronavirus Northern Ireland: NI brain injury charity launches new virtual café

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A brain injury charity in Northern Ireland has set up a new virtual café to bring together those affected by brain injury during the COVID-19 pandemic. Headway’s ABI Network is providing a virtual safe space for brain injury survivors and their carers in the Southern Trust area to come together to chat, ease feelings of […]

Ha-waiian earth would you put pineapple on your pizza?

As National Pineapple day approaches on Saturday, 27 June, Ireland’s biggest home-grown pizza chain Four Star Pizza has carried out its very own ‘border poll’ to see how attitudes to pineapple, and other pizza preferences, differ between north and south. Let’s face it, we all love pizza but the prickly question of whether pineapple belongs […]

‘Restoration of Daisy Hill Emergency Department is essential’ – Newry MLA Liz Kimmins

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Newry and Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the recent statement from the Daisy Hill Pathfinder Forum who said they are working towards the collective goal of having the Emergency Department at Daisy Hill Hospital reopened by September 2020. Speaking to Newry Times, Newry and Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins said, “This statement from the Pathfinder […]

Newry Councillor urges vigilance after attempted break-ins

Newry City Sinn Féin Councillor Valerie Harte has urged residents in the Daragh Park area to be vigilant. The local Councillor made her comments after reports of an attempted entry by thieves.     Speaking to Newry Times, Councillor Harte said, “I’ve been contacted by a resident of Daragh Park, Newry about an incident that […]

Tick Season: protect yourself against tick bites and what to do if you’ve been bitten

As lockdown measures are eased and more of us venture outdoors over the summer months, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone to take steps to help protect themselves from tick bites. Embed from Getty Images Tick bites can cause Lyme disease, a serious and debilitating illness which can be transmitted to humans through […]







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