
Health Minister Robin Swann has announced a major step towards the radical digital transformation of our health service, with the award of a landmark contract. The Minister said the major investment means the days of relying heavily on paper patient records are coming to an end. Announcing the contract award for Encompass, Mr Swann said, […]
Jun 17 2020 | Posted in
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A team of local sewers in the Newry area has come together with firmus energy to help produce and deliver over 600 scrubs to front line workers in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Donations for the cause now stand at £30k, which is being used to buy materials for a growing network of seamstresses […]
Jun 17 2020 | Posted in
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Warrenpoint Town FC has announced that manager Barry Gray and his entire backroom staff have penned a new two-year deal. It will see them extend their stay at the club until summer 2022. Warrenpoint Town chairman Connaire McGreevy told the club website that he was “delighted” to reach a speedy agreement. “Barry and […]
Jun 16 2020 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has reiterated the party’s call for an extension of the Brexit transition period following a warning from the CBI that businesses will not cope with a no-deal Brexit. Speaking to Newry Times, the party’s Brexit spokesperson said, “We heard the very real concerns of the head of CBI, Carolyn Fairbairn […]
Jun 16 2020 | Posted in
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Environment Minister Edwin Poots has announced the next stage of the Forests for our Future programme by launching the 2020/21 grant scheme that aims to encourage and help landowners plant their own woodland. Successful applicants to the Forest Expansion Scheme will receive up to 100% of eligible establishment costs and annual premia for a 10-year […]
Jun 16 2020 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin Councillor Oonagh Magennis has said that there is considerable anger within the local community. She was speaking after the vandalising of a play park in Mullaghbawn. The local Councillor told Newry Times, “This wanton act of vandalism on the Play Park has angered the local community here. “Those involved should be […]
Jun 16 2020 | Posted in
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Slieve Gullion Councillor Oonagh Magennis has urged all visitors to the Camlough Lake area to treat them with respect. The Sinn Féin Councillor was speaking after concerns over recent incidents at Camlough Lake. She told Newry Times, “The good weather has increased the visitors to lakes and other amenities throughout south Armagh. “Whilst […]
Jun 15 2020 | Posted in
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In efforts to continue the availability of tailored support to local businesses, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched a new ‘Tender for Growth’ programme to support businesses to access advice in the preparation of tenders, helping them to compete more effectively for public and private sector contracts. The programme is part-funded by Invest […]
Jun 15 2020 | Posted in
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Guest post from the College of Media and Publishing. We are in a competitive environment where an article can cost as little as 30 pence! So, you must know how to write a good copy before thinking of making this your living. Many people struggle to write good copy. If that’s you, you are […]

Local Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has welcomed the announcement today of 20 mph speed limits around 100 schools in the north. Speaking to Newry Times, the Newry and Armagh MLA stated, “I welcome the announcement today of 20 mph speed limits being rolled out across 100 schools in the north to improve safety for […]
Jun 12 2020 | Posted in
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