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John Dalzell OBE Prepares for his 33rd Sit-out for Hospice | Newry News

John Dalzell OBE Prepares For His 33rd Sit Out For Hospice | Newry News - news in newry today

On 21 December, John Dalzell turns 83 years old, and he will celebrate the same way he has done for the last 32 years, by sitting in his trailer on Hill Street in Newry, raising funds for the Southern Area Hospice in his 33rd consecutive Christmas Sit-Out.     Since 1992, John Dalzell OBE has […]

Minister announces cross-departmental approach to tackle housing issues | Newry News

Minister announces cross-departmental approach to tackle housing issues | Newry News - newry news today

Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has launched an ambitious cross-departmental plan to tackle housing issues.     Minister Lyons set out the first whole system Housing Supply Strategy at the Assembly. He says, “The housing issues we face are significant, and the current situation is not sustainable. “For too long, there has been no joined-up, cross-departmental […]

Murphy launches consumer focused ‘Save Energy, Save Money’ campaign | Newry News

Murphy launches consumer focused ‘Save Energy, Save Money’ campaign | Newry News - newry newspaper

Economy Minister Conor Murphy has launched a ‘Save Energy, Save Money’ information campaign which aims to lower energy bills through energy efficiency.     Funded by the Department for the Economy and delivered by the Consumer Council, the campaign will run until March 2025. The campaign aims to help consumers save money on their bills […]

Nesbitt launches major three-year health and social care plan | Newry News

Nesbitt launches major three-year plan | Newry News - newry hospital

A new three-year strategic plan for health and social care has been published by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt.     The plan involves a wide range of initiatives based on three central themes – Stabilisation, Reform and Delivery. The Health Minister explains, “Since taking office, I have underlined the need to build hope for all […]

‘Significant milestone’ for the A1 Junctions Phase 2 upgrade scheme | Newry News

O’Dowd announces significant milestone for the A1 Junctions Phase 2 upgrade scheme | Newry News - news in newry

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced a significant milestone for the A1 Junctions Phase 2 Road Improvement Scheme as the first stage of procurement commences this week.     The Scheme which aims to provide safety improvements along the A1 dual carriageway between Hillsborough and Loughbrickland will include the provision of 4 new grade-separated ‘flyover’ […]

Seasons Eatings! Turkey out on top on Christmas Sandwich leaderboard | Newry News

Seasons Eatings! Turkey out on top on Christmas Sandwich leaderboard | Newry News - news newry now

SPAR NI has revealed Northern Ireland’s favourite Christmas sandwiches, with traditional turkey coming out as the top seller, as the new range is launched for 2024.     The Turkey, Sausage & Stuffing Christmas Feast Sandwich has come out on top, with traditional Christmas fillings, it quickly became the go-to holiday indulgence for food lovers […]

O’Dowd announces way forward on Residents’ Parking Schemes | Newry News

O’Dowd announces way forward on Residents’ Parking Schemes | Newry News - news newry facebook

Infrastructure Minister John O’Dowd has announced the way forward on Residents’ Parking Schemes following the completion of a review on the issue.      The Residents’ Parking Review report considers a number of key issues on the delivery and implementation of Residents’ Parking Schemes.  Welcoming the report, Minister O’Dowd says, “I am delighted that the […]

DfI announces return of road safety campaigns | Newry News

DfI announces return of road safety campaigns | Newry News online.jpg

The Department for Infrastructure has announced a renewed collaboration with the Northern Ireland Road Safety Partnership (NIRSP) to promote two road safety campaigns.     The collaboration launched a new road safety public information campaign highlighting the dangers of careless driving in December last year, followed by the established anti-speeding campaign ‘Classroom’ in January 2024. […]

SDLP calls for review of cross-border rail fares | Newry News

SDLP calls for review of cross-border rail fares | Newry News - newry train station

The SDLP is urging the Executive to implement a review of cross-border rail fares to bring them in line with pricing in the South.     SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has been highlighting the differences in the price of fares from Newry and Dundalk to Belfast. The SDLP Opposition brought a motion […]

Sore Throat Service rolled out across community pharmacies | Newry News

Sore Throat Service rolled out across community pharmacies | Newry News - newry pharmacy

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the rollout of a ‘Pharmacy First for Sore Throat’ Service from community pharmacies across Northern Ireland this winter.     The Service will offer advice, clinical assessment and appropriate treatment to anyone aged five years and over in community pharmacies from 1 December 2024. The rollout of the ‘Pharmacy […]







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