Could you touch another person’s life when it really matters? Either by discussing their feelings with them directly, by phone, email, text, or even face to face? Or perhaps you could support the Newry Samaritans branch by helping with the administration, fundraising or IT? Newry Samaritans also reach out to the local community by visiting schools, […]
As part of its Heritage Lottery funded First World War Project Newry and Mourne Museum is holding a six week lecture series on Wednesday evenings from Wednesday 14th January to Wednesday 18th February inclusive, beginning at 7:30 pm each evening. The lectures will present both national and local perspectives and an excellent line-up of speakers […]
The Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB) has put together a list of 10 exciting things to do in Northern Ireland this week (January 5th – 11th). 1. Irelands Showbands – Do you come here often, Milenium Forum, Newmarket Street, Derry, January 8th. ‘Do You Come Here Often’ is the Showband Show that takes you back […]
Recycle your unwanted Christmas gifts and help vulnerable children at the same time, is the message from the children’s charity Barnardo’s. Barnardo’s Newry shop is appealing for unwanted gifts to be donated so they can be sold to raise vital funds for local vulnerable and disadvantaged children. With an estimated 30% of the gifts given […]
Volunteers hosted a wonderful Vintage Tea Party for residents of Cloughreagh Residential Home in the run up to Christmas. Guests were treated to home made cakes and shortbread all served on beautiful china, while listening to some old time tunes from volunteers James and Jim. The event included some reminiscing on household objects from long […]
The Independent Club (Indo club), Newry have a packed schedule this Christmas, offering a variety of entertainment, promotions and great craic for all. Starting this weekend, anyone doing the 12 pubs of Christmas should call into the Indo to enjoy a great festive vibe in the pub. What’s more, they also have a fantastic deal […]
Newry & Armagh Sinn Féin MLA Mickey Brady has said that there is a strong feeling within the local Ballybot community about the campaign to have their local Play Park renamed. The MLA was speaking after he handed over 1000 individually signed letters supporting the name of Raymond Mc Creesh Park into Newry & Mourne […]
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry is inviting local jobseekers to a recruitment and job interview event. The event takes place at the Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, on Wednesday, 17th December 2014 from 9am to 1.30pm and will feature five major employers in the Belfast area who wish to recruit staff. The companies […]
Translink is spreading festive cheer for Newry passengers as it launches a wide range of great value travel fares this Christmas. Whether it is for shopping, entertainment or socialising with family and friends – Translink has some jolly good deals that are sure to put a smile on your face. Translink passengers in Newry can […]
On Saturday 13th December 2014 Daidí na Nollag (Santa) will be visiting Gaelarás Mhic Ardghail in Newry to meet children and their parents in the Newry area who have chosen Irish as the language of their home. The event has been organised and sponsored by Glór na nGael, the national organisation which supports Irish-speaking families. […]
