
The impending Brexit negotiations and the potential implications of changes in current trade structures were the topics of discussion by local businesses in the Newry area at a special business breakfast, hosted by First Trust Bank in association with the Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade. John Fahey, a Senior Economist at AIB provided an […]
Mar 14 2017 | Posted in
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The Southern Area Hospice is giving you the chance to win up to £5000 with its weekly lottery draw. The proceeds from the draw help raise vital funds needed to continue providing top quality care. The Hospice relies on 73p from every pound to come from fundraising to deliver vital services to those in need. […]
Mar 14 2017 | Posted in
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The Confederation of Community Groups has launched the Patricia Graham ‘Shining Light’ Community Volunteering Awards for 2017. Speaking at the launch in Newry Credit Union, Brendan Jackson, Manager of Newry Credit Union said, “Newry Credit Union is delighted to act as the main sponsor of the Confederation of Community Groups ‘Shining Light’ Community Volunteering Awards. […]

You can now register for the following Business Growth Workshops. Build your Brand Workshops for existing businesses An engaging brand is one of the most powerful tools you can have to win new customers and build loyalty. Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is running two half-day workshops to help new business starts in the […]

To celebrate St Patrick’s Day Buttercrane Shopping Centre are giving away £10 gift vouchers free to to the first 50 Patrick’s or Patricia’s that visit the centre on the 17th March. If you are a Paddy, Patsy, Patricia or any version of Ireland’s patron Saint’s name, just bring some ID to the Help Desk in […]

NI Water will be hosting the latest of their famous family fun days at the beautiful Silent Valley Mountain Park near Kilkeel on Sunday 19th March, with gates open from 1pm-5pm. The event is based on the theme of ‘Step into Spring.’ The Silent Valley event, which takes place at one of NI Water’s […]

From the school teacher who patiently teaches multiplication to the loving auntie who does the odd spot of baby-sitting and the mum who mops the brow of her sick little ones, Mother’s Day celebrates everything great about the women who take the time to help others grow. Victoria Square is marking Mother’s Day by celebrating […]

The Department for Communities, in partnership with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Eures Cross Border Partnership, is hosting a major job fair in Newry on Thursday 23rd March 2017. The Job Fair will take place in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry between 10am and 3pm, and admission is free. More than 60 employers […]

SDLP MPs, Mark Durkan, Alasdair McDonnell and Margaret Ritchie have responded to the Spring Budget 2017, expressing disappointed at what they described as ‘the Chancellor’s failure to take full account of Northern Ireland’s requirements and the serious challenges Brexit creates for us’. Alasdair McDonnell said, “The Chancellor’s Budget will give little comfort to those in […]
Mar 11 2017 | Posted in
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Young striker Lorcan Forde has been selected by the Northern Ireland U18 Schoolboy international squad. The 17 year old striker, who has come through the youth ranks at Warrenpoint Town FC, has been selected by the international scouts. Article continues below: He will represent Northern Ireland in the Inspiresport Centenary Shield. The competition will […]
Mar 10 2017 | Posted in
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