
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has issued a pre-Christmas warning to parents and guardians about the dangers of lithium button cell batteries, which are used to power many children’s toys but are highly dangerous if accidentally swallowed. The festive period can typically see a rise in the number of these small, button-shaped batteries introduced to […]
Dec 20 2019 | Posted in
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The Southern Health and Social Care Trust in partnership with the Look Good Feel Better Charity are now offering free skincare and make-up workshops for ladies coping with the visible side-effects of cancer treatments. The two-hour workshops will take place on the first Friday of each month at Newry Leisure Centre, and are run […]

Clanrye Group based in Newry will utilise £100,078 to deliver a cross-community youth development programme based on good relations, personal development, social development, employability and vocational skills development, promoting the social inclusion of each participant through the theme of peace and reconciliation. The International Fund for Ireland has pledged £2,337,765 to provide further intervention and […]
Dec 19 2019 | Posted in
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With the festive party season getting into full flow, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is on hand with some helpful advice and some safer drinking tips, if you choose to drink alcohol. Many of us over-indulge at Christmas, but overdoing it with alcohol could seriously damage your health. Article continues below Michael Owen, the PHA’s […]
Dec 19 2019 | Posted in
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Four people from the Southern Health and Social Care Trust area were among the first group to secure an Open College Network qualification in Community Health Facilitation. In total 34 people from across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland border counties and Scotland received the NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Community Health Facilitation which provides […]
Dec 16 2019 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin Councillor Terry Hearty has called on the DFI Roads Service Southern Division Manager, Simon Richards, to visit South Armagh. The Slieve Gullion representative made the call as part of a lobbying campaign he has been carrying out regarding the state of rural roads in the area. Article continues below “I have been repeatedly […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Local business STATSports has been awarded the highest level of certification available for its data security processes. The Newry company’s information security management system has been certified to ISO 27001, the international and auditable standard which rubber stamps its processes and IT system as capable of ensuring sensitive information stays secure. Article continues below It […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Forty new entry-level paid internships will offer young people in Northern Ireland the chance to gain real on-the-job experience to kick-start their careers in the creative industries. The NI Creative Employment Programme (NICEP) will work with employers to establish brand new posts in order to give people opportunities in the arts and cultural sector. Article […]

Carers of adults with a disability across the Newry and Mourne area have been treated to some time out in recognition of their valuable role. Organised by the Southern Trust’s Disability Day Care Team, 137 carers of service users who attend Binnian, Crossmaglen, the Laurels, Millview and Windsor Day Centres, were invited to the event […]
Dec 13 2019 | Posted in
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Emma Martin from Newry graduated today with a Master’s in Software Development from Queen’s University Belfast. Emma was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, a chronic illness, during her time at university but with the support of her lecturers and Queen’s staff, she was able to balance the condition with her studies. Article continues below She has now […]
Dec 12 2019 | Posted in
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