
Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy has stated that Arlene Foster should stand aside to facilitate an independent investigation into the RHI fiasco. The Newry & Armagh MLA told Newry Times, “The DUP are in denial about the mounting public outrage relating to the RHI scheme and the serious allegations of incompetence, corruption and abuse. “Revelations […]
Jan 3 2017 | Posted in
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Almost one in two people throw away or forget an unsuitable Christmas gift that could help vulnerable children and young people according to a new survey by Barnardo’s. Barnardo’s is appealing to people from the Newry area to donate unsuitable gifts to their shop at Damolly Retail Park, as money raised from their sale will […]
Jan 2 2017 | Posted in
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NI Water recently attended the regular meeting of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council in Downpatrick to update members on local investment worth over £13 million this year. Ronan Larkin, NI Water’s Director of Finance and Regulation, who addressed the meeting, said, ‘‘As part of our wider campaign of local government engagement, we were proud […]
Jan 2 2017 | Posted in
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Sinn Féin MLA Caitríona Ruane has welcomed traffic calming measures in line for Hilltown after it was confirmed by the Department of Infrastructure. Speaking to Newry Times, Ruane said, “We have been fighting for traffic calming through Hilltown for a long time. “I am delighted that my colleague Chris Hazzard has confirmed that 30 mph […]
Jan 2 2017 | Posted in
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Infrastructure Minister Chris Hazzard has met with Shane Ross TD, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport. The Ministers met to discuss a range of transport matters and opportunities for future collaboration in areas of policy and funding, including through a formal cooperation agreement in relation to the Connecting Europe Facility/Trans-European Transport Network programme. Discussions also […]
Jan 2 2017 | Posted in
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Education Minister Peter Weir has launched a new attendance strategy aimed at improving pupil attendance at school. The universal strategy formally brings together the policies which are already in place to ensure a consistent approach. Complimenting the strategy, the Education and Training Inspectorate has also issued a good practice guide and illustrative case studies on […]
Jan 2 2017 | Posted in
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The EU’s INTERREG VA Programme has offered approximately €23.27 million in funding for three new cross-border greenway projects that will open up new sustainable travel routes for both cyclists and pedestrians. Greenways are corridors of land that are recognised for their ability to connect people and places together. They enhance existing outdoor recreational opportunities and […]
Dec 23 2016 | Posted in
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The Consumer Council is advising consumers to follow their postal tips to ensure their online purchases are returned on time and safely. Kellin McCloskey, Head of Postal Services at the Consumer Council said, “Many consumers will have bought Christmas gifts online, however we sometimes get one or two gifts that aren’t suitable. To protect your […]
Dec 23 2016 | Posted in
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The Neighbourhood Renewal Intercommunity Youth film project has been launched by Chairperson of Newry Mourne and Down District Council Cllr Gillian Fitzpatrick along with Catherine McInerney, Deputy principal Department for Communities. The project was funded through the Neighbourhood Renewal Youth engagement programme and involves the making of three distinct films looking at key issues that […]
Dec 23 2016 | Posted in
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The Friends of Daisy Hill Hospital have donated a very generous £300 worth of toys to the Children’s Ward just in time for Christmas. The charity has been fundraising for patient comforts for over 56 years and during this time has donated thousands of pounds to make improvements throughout the hospital. Article continues below: Paying […]
Dec 23 2016 | Posted in
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