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Big turnout at Newry Diabetes event

The Diabetes UK Newry Support Group recently held a Living with Diabetes event at the Canal Court Hotel in Newry and welcomed over 40 people from the Newry and Mourne area who were keen to learn more about this lifelong condition. With expert guest speakers, members of the local support group and representatives from Diabetes […]

Elderly man left badly shaken after Bessbrook burglary

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Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in the Bessbrook area. The burglary happened on Monday evening, 29 October.     Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Sergeant Upton said, “It was reported that entry was forced to the premises at around 7:50 pm by a number of masked individuals. “A safe containing a sum […]

Southern Trust’s Day Opportunity service users raise over £3000 for charity

Members of the Trust’s Day Opportunities group attended a special event recently to celebrate their volunteering efforts in helping to raise money for Oxfam. The group participated in an eight week volunteering programme where they labelled jewellery to be sold to raise over £3000.      The event which was organised by Volunteer Now was […]

Local MLA ‘worried’ after a spate of thefts and armed burglaries

Sinn Féin MLA Emma Rogan has come out and described her shock and deep worry following a large number of incidents of theft and armed burglaries in South Down in recent days and weeks. “This is incredibly worrying to hear and very concerning,” she told Newry Times.     “We have seen a number of […]

Amazing half price Christmas deal at Shandon Hotel & Spa

Shandon Hotel & Spa has the perfect solution for those who are special in your life this Christmas. Give the gift of the #Shandon and only pay half of what it would normally cost. 1 night B&B in a Seaview Room Hot Chocolate & Cookies by the Turf Fire €10 voucher for their luxury Spa […]

New adult flu vaccines launched

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging all eligible people whose health could be seriously affected by flu to get the free flu vaccine. GPs across Northern Ireland are offering flu vaccination to everyone over 65, pregnant women, and people under 65 with underlying health conditions.     Last year, seasonal flu activity was the […]

Major investment for local Primary School

A new £1.5million accommodation has been officially opened at Killean Primary School in Newry. The major investment in the school includes a new multi-purpose hall with kitchen facilities, refurbishment of the main school entrance and office, additional car parking and roof repairs.     The scheme was delivered under the School Enhancement Programme which provides […]

Add some sparkle to your festive season with the Radisson Blu, Belfast

Stylish, sophisticated and with plenty of sparkle, Radisson Blu Belfast has a range of packages this Christmas and New Year to get your loved ones in the festive spirit. The hotel has festive lunches and party nights to make your Christmas and New Year’s sparkle, without the stress and worry that cooking for the whole […]

Last call for Newry entrepreneurs to be part of Propel Programme

The search is now on for the next generation of up and coming Northern Ireland tech start-ups and Ignite NI Propel is calling on applications from the Newry region to take part in their 2019 programme. Invest Northern Ireland’s Propel programme is looking for 20 of the brightest innovators from across Northern Ireland to take […]

Delight as Newry secures Pride Awards 2019

Local politicians have congratulated Newry Rainbow Community following their successful bid for Newry City to host the UK and Ireland Pride in 2019. SDLP Representatives Justin McNulty MLA and Councillor Pete Byrne both congratulated the Newry Rainbow Community.     Speaking to Newry Times, McNulty explained, “This is fantastic news for Newry and in particular […]







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