
SDLP Assembly Member for Newry and Armagh Justin McNulty has called for an urgent injection of cash into road repairs across the North as details were released to him on the number of claims for damage to vehicles because of potholes. Speaking to Newry Times, McNulty explained, “We all know the state of many of […]

Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald has addressed more than 1,000 people who had gathered in the Canal Court in Newry for the third in a series of post-election Sinn Féin meetings throughout Ireland. “Whatever else will come from this historic election, be sure of one thing,” the Sinn Féin President started. “The days of […]
Feb 28 2020 | Posted in
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The search to find the Top 100 hospitality businesses in Northern Ireland came to a dramatic conclusion with five Newry and Warrenpoint venues amongst the winners. The following venues were revealed as winners at a prestigious gala event held at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Belfast recently. Article continues below Bank Bar and Bistro, Newry Bridge […]
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WIN Business Park recently played host to 12 local social enterprise organisations this week when they gathered together to Pitch in the ‘Dragons Den’ for £800 of investment. The event was sponsored by the Ulster Community Investment Trust and Newry & Mourne Enterprise Agency and organised by Social Enterprise NI. Article continues below […]
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Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information following the recent report of a burglary. It happened at a home in the Newtown Villas area of Rostrevor. Article continues below Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Constable McAteer said, “It’s believed the burglary took place at some stage between the morning of Thursday 20 and the evening […]
Feb 27 2020 | Posted in
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Results from a survey of leisure visitors across Northern Ireland, commissioned by Tourism NI, show that 97% of respondents believed that the Newry, Mourne and Down Council area met or exceeded expectations. Enjoying the beautiful scenery and landscapes was a key reason for visiting the area, which proved to be particularly popular with couples and […]
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Newry and Armagh MLA Liz Kimmins has called for the reduction of the speed limit outside all possible schools throughout the north. She was speaking at a recent week’s Infrastructure committee. Article continues below “I asked the department about lowering the speed limit outside all schools to 20mph, particularly for rural areas where some roads […]
Feb 26 2020 | Posted in
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The Southern Trust and RoSPA have teamed up to help prevent falls in older people. The ‘Stay Steady’ classes focus on strengthening your legs to make day-to-day life easier and improve mobility. Article continues below The classes feature simple activities and exercise techniques that help improve balance and reduce the risk of falling. […]
Feb 26 2020 | Posted in
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The Southern Trust held its most recent HeartStart training on Valentine’s Day. On the day known for celebrating hearts, participants learnt vital emergency life-saving techniques. Article continues below The course, supported by the British Heart Foundation, includes recognising the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, how to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and how to […]
Feb 26 2020 | Posted in
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Police are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision in the Mill Road area of Bessbrook on Thursday night, 13 February. Speaking to Newry Times, Constable Quigley said, “It was reported that, at around 8.20pm, a black Volkswagen Golf being driven in the area collided with a stone wall and an electricity pole. Article […]
Feb 25 2020 | Posted in
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