
The population of Northern Ireland is projected to reach two million people by mid-2040. This is one of the findings of the statistics published by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA). The 25 year projections highlight that the Northern Ireland population is projected to increase to 2.003 million by mid-2041, an […]
Nov 22 2017 | Posted in
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A family in Barcroft with four young children were ‘lucky’ to escape serious injuries following a gas explosion at their home. Five occupants, including a 34-year-old woman and four children aged between 6 and 12, were taken to hospital with burns. Speaking to Newry Times, the Chairperson of Barcroft Community Association Darren Thompson, […]
Nov 21 2017 | Posted in
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Detectives are appealing for information following a number of burglaries at shops in Counties Down and Armagh. Thieves targeted premises on Main Street in Hilltown, Commons Road, Ballykinlar and Concession Road in Crossmaglen on 3rd November. The Hilltown business was then burgled for a second time on 17th November. On all occasions a […]
Nov 21 2017 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon and Councillor Mickey Larkin have congratulated Dromintee Primary School for providing increased pupil support through the formation of a Pastoral Care Ambassador team selected by students at the school. Nine pupils attended a course at Kilkeel which dealt with anti-bullying procedures and support structures for students. Larkin told […]
Nov 21 2017 | Posted in
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With a rise in the number of children coming into care in Northern Ireland, the Southern Health and Social Care Trust is urging more caring people to come forward who are interested in becoming foster carers or adoptive parents. All children have a right to grow up in a safe, secure and caring family where […]

Detectives in Newry are appealing for information following a report of an assault at a house. The assault took place in the Carrickateel Court area of Newry on Sunday 19th November. Speaking to Newry Times, Detective Constable McKeever said, “At approximately 11:25 am it was reported to police that a man in his […]
Nov 20 2017 | Posted in
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Detectives have charged a 33 year old man with possession of a class A controlled drug and possession of a class B controlled drug. He was also charged with possessing a class A controlled drug with intent to supply, possessing a class B controlled drug with intent to supply and possessing criminal property. […]
Nov 20 2017 | Posted in
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The Southern Trust’s Renal Unit based at Daisy Hill Hospital has been ranked first in the UK Renal Registry for survival of dialysis patients aged 65 and above. The Chairperson of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, Roisin Mulgrew has hosted a Civic reception to pay tribute to the Renal Team and celebrate their success. […]
Nov 20 2017 | Posted in
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Following their record breaking snowman attempt Christmas 2016, Buttercrane is now listed as a Guinness World Record holder and features in the new 2017 Guinness Book of World Records. The book, launched just last month in Eason’s stores, lists hundreds of World Record Attempts and not all are included in the official album, but Buttercrane’ […]
Nov 20 2017 | Posted in
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If you’ve been thinking about getting into cycling, now’s the time to meet the members of Armagh Down Cycling Club. On 22nd November, Armagh Down CC will be holding its annual membership night and it’s the perfect opportunity to go along and find out what’s on offer. A warm welcome awaits and you […]