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Southern Trust Nurse Elizabeth is a Cavell Star! | Newry News

Southern Trust Nurse Elizabeth is a Cavell Star! | Newry News - news newry today

Southern Trust nurse Elizabeth Henderson has been awarded a Cavell Star.     Elizabeth, who works in Ward 2 South Medical in Craigavon Area Hospital, was nominated for her work in the care of older people. The Cavell Star Awards is an awards programme that celebrates the dedication of nurses, midwives, nursing associates and healthcare […]

Minister urges people to ‘Make the Call’ as cost of living crisis deepens | Newry News

Minister urges people to ‘Make the Call’ as cost of living crisis deepens | Newry News - newry news now

Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey is urging people to contact her Department to check their eligibility for financial support in the face of the ongoing cost of living crisis.     Minister Hargey was speaking as she met with people who could benefit from the service as ‘Make the Call’ extends its outreach services across communities […]

British government should ‘call time’ on big energy companies and ensure they pay their way | Newry News

British government should ‘call time’ on big energy companies and ensure they pay their way | Newry News - newry news today

Sinn Féin MP Chris Hazzard has said the British government should ‘call time’ on big energy companies and ensure they pay their way.     The South Down MP says, “Sinn Féin has repeatedly told the British government that they must act to support workers and families through the cost-of-living crisis as they struggle to […]

Armagh Observatory to celebrate life of William Herschel with live concert | Newry News

Armagh Observatory to celebrate life of William Herschel with live concert | Newry News - newry news headlines

Armagh Observatory & Planetarium (AOP) is set to hold a live music event in its dome on 19 August 2022 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the death of astronomer and musician, William Herschel.     Renowned for discovering the planet Uranus, Herschel was also an accomplished composer. The event will see Sligo Baroque Orchestra […]

‘Postal workers deserve a fair wage’ – Newry MLA | Newry News

'Postal workers deserve a fair wage' - Newry MLA | Newry News - latest news in newry

SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty has given his backing to postal workers set to commence strike action later this month.     McNulty said postal workers deserved a wage increase that reflects the rising cost of living. Postal workers are set to begin four days of strike action on 26 August. Newry and […]

Excitement builds for the return of Newry’s Iúr Cinn Fleadh family festival this Bank Holiday | Newry News

Excitement builds for the return of Newry's Iúr Cinn Fleadh family festival this Bank Holiday | Newry News - news in newry

Excitement is building in Newry for the return of a fun-filled family festival for all ages – that’s Iúr Cinn Fleadh – Newry’s annual traditional Irish music and community extravaganza.     Having pulled through the pandemic, this Newry 2020 event bounces back on August Bank Holiday weekend. From 25-29 August, concerts, comedy and creativity […]

Couples urged to “say yes” to Marriage Allowance proposal | News in Newry

Couples urged to “say yes” to Marriage Allowance proposal | News in Newry - newry newspaper

At the height of the wedding season, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding married couples and people in civil partnerships to put extra cash at the top of their gift list and sign up for Marriage Allowance.     Marriage Allowance allows married couples or people in civil partnerships, including those who have been […]

Recycling poll reveals convenience is key to Newry Mourne and Down residents | News in Newry

Recycling poll reveals convenience is key to Newry Mourne and Down residents | News in Newry - newry news now

A recent recycling poll revealed that over three-quarters of householders in the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area are happy with how the council had asked them to recycle, up from 65% from the same poll carried out in 2019.     The poll also showed that 94% of respondents believe that recycling was […]

Funded SEAFLAG programme offering fully paid work placements | Newry News

THE HARBOUR SKILLS & JOBS PROGRAMME   Up to 12-weeks work placement allowance £230 per week Kilkeel Harbour     A funded SEAFLAG programme which provides fully paid work placements with businesses located in Kilkeel harbour. Are you unemployed and living in Kilkeel or surrounding areas? Southern Regional College is offering you up to 12-weeks […]

“He was always the joker” – Newry family to host a Father Ted Quiz in memory of Jason O’Hanlon | Newry News

He was always the joker- Newry family to host a Father Ted Quiz in memory of much-loved brother | Newry News - newry news today - whats on newry

Relatives and friends of Newry man Jason O’Hanlon are hosting a Father Ted-themed Quiz to raise vital funds for local depression charity, AWARE.     The event will take place at the Irish National Foresters in Newry on Saturday, 27 August, two days before what would have been Jason’s 37th birthday. Jason’s sudden passing in […]







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