
The much sought after toys of 2018 include Unicorn Ride-ons, Fingerlings Dinos, Boxer the Robot, LEGO Hogwarts Express, Slime, Pikmi Pops and LOL dolls. For the techy kids (young and not so young) iPhones and X-Boxes, PS4s and FIFA19 are firm favourites. One way to make things a little lighter on your pocket when it […]

A respected pensioner in her 80’s is the latest victim of an attempted break-in, just one of many to have occured in recent weeks. Condemning the latest incident local Saoradh representative Stephen Murney explained, “Vile and callous thieves were once again targeting the elderly and vulnerable using the cover of darkness in Derrybeg. “Such was […]
Nov 21 2018 | Posted in
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Police are appealing for information following two reports of theft. The thefts happened on Wednesday 7 November. Speaking to Newry Times, Inspector Downey said, “At around 5:10pm, it was reported that a purse was stolen from a car parked at premises at the Silverbridge Road area of Silverbridge. “A number of women were […]
Nov 21 2018 | Posted in
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As the festive season approaches and with it the traditional pantomimes, shows and purchase of concert tickets as gifts, Trading Standards Service (TSS) is reminding people to be careful when purchasing online tickets. The excitement of getting the opportunity to see a favourite band in concert or attending an eagerly awaited event can sometimes result […]
Nov 21 2018 | Posted in
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Detectives are appealing for information following the report of a burglary at residential premises in the Millvale Park area of Bessbrook on Friday 16 November. At around 7.50pm, it was reported that two males forced entry to the property and confronted the occupant, a man in his 80s. They left the premises a […]
Nov 20 2018 | Posted in
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Around Noon and Henderson Wholesale have launched an innovative new food-to-go range as part of a multi-million-pound per annum partnership. Newry-based Around Noon led the project to completely revamp the convenience retailer’s offering of pre-packed sandwiches, wraps, and salads. Set to be available in over 100 SPAR and EUROSPAR stores across Northern Ireland, the new […]
Nov 20 2018 | Posted in
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Barry Flynn, a coach from Carrickcruppen GAA is a finalist in the Translink Ulster GAA Coach of the Year awards. Representing Armagh, he is one of nine outstanding volunteer coaches who have been selected from their respective counties. The finalists were selected following public nominations submitted by club members across Ulster. A panel of experts […]
Nov 19 2018 | Posted in
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A £2 million investment in St Joseph’s Primary School is being celebrated as the school mark its 180th year. As part of the project, a large extension was constructed which has created a new entrance, a multipurpose hall, kitchen, changing rooms, toilets and four new classrooms. In addition, the main building was refurbished providing two […]
Nov 19 2018 | Posted in
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The Department of Education, in partnership with the Public Health Agency, is seeking examples of outstanding pastoral care in schools. The Derrytrasna Pastoral Care Award provides recognition to school communities that have demonstrated exceptional co-operative effort in supporting the pastoral care of pupils. Schools that go above and beyond to make a real difference to […]
Nov 19 2018 | Posted in
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Police in Newry are investigating a spate of thefts from parked vehicles at a number of locations across the city in recent days. Speaking to Newry Times, Sergeant Gracey said, “We have received eight reports since Tuesday, 13 November of vehicles having been entered and items stolen and, unfortunately, the majority of these incidents have […]
Nov 16 2018 | Posted in
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