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Increase in homophobic attacks saddens NRC Chairperson

Newry Unite in the Community equality officer and NRC Chairperson Damian McShane, has spoke out about the increase in violent attacks on the LGBT community within Newry and Mourne over the last year. Speaking to Newry Times, Damian said he was ‘shocked and saddened’ to see that 21 homophobic attacks were recorded within the Newry […]

Prestigious Age Friendly Conference hosted locally

On Wednesday 11th November 2015, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council along with a wide range of agencies hosted a conference ‘Celebrating Age Friendliness’. Over 200 delegates were in attendance to share the experience of the achievements that the Age Friendly Strategy has achieved on its journey since it was launched in 2014. Newry, Mourne […]

Economic inequalities in border areas ‘must be addressed’

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has said any steps to tackle regional economic imbalance should address inequalities in border areas. The South Armagh representative was speaking in the Assembly as she proposed a motion calling for action to be taken on unequal investment in parts of the north. “Regional economic imbalances are particularly evident west […]

Newry households urged to ‘make the switch’ this winter

The Consumer Council is encouraging all households in the Newry and Mourne area to consider switching their energy supplier this winter. A typical consumer who shops around and switches could save up to £106 on their annual electricity bill. Speaking about switching Richard Williams, Head of Energy at the Consumer Council said, “As we enter […]

Newry company MJM turnover grows with support from Ulster University

MJM Group, a leading global specialist in refurbishment and fit-out services to the marine, commercial and private sectors, expects to announce turnover in the region £50m by the end of 2015 thanks to Ulster University support. Counting some of the world’s largest cruise line and ferry companies as customers, MJM Group joined forces with Ulster […]

Call for witnesses after two arson attacks on house

Police in Kilkeel are appealing for information following two arson attacks at Carn Gardens. At around 9.45pm on Saturday, 31st October, a bin was placed at the front door of a gable end property and set alight. NIFRS attended and extinguished the blaze. Later on the same night, around 12.05am on Sunday, 1st November, a […]

ABP Newry team present at Sustainability Summit

Roger Sheahan, Jimmy Treanor, Joe Magee and Philip Simpson from ABP Newry presented at the inaugural ABP “Stand up for sustainability” Summit. The event, which included participants from all of ABP’s Irish and UK processing facilities, was aimed at showcasing and sharing the very latest sustainability initiatives from across ABP Food Group. Over 100 staff […]

Appeal for information after theft

Police in Newtownhamilton are appealing for information following the theft of a dumper truck. Sometime between 4.30pm on Thursday, 5th November and 7.30am on Friday, 6th November a Barford, ten tonne, dumper was stolen from a building site on Aughnagurgan Road. Police are appealing to anyone who observed the dumper being taken or has information […]

Rogers calls on Trust to ensure adequate Chiropody for diabetes patients

South Down SDLP MLA Seán Rogers has written to the Southern Trust seeking improvements to Trust Chiropody services. Speaking to Newry Times, Rogers said, “One of my constituents is elderly and diabetic. Given the diabetes he requires regular chiropody appointments. “Everyone who has diabetes should have their feet checked regularly with a healthcare professional and […]

‘Drive aware and pay attention’, Newry police urge motorists

Inattention while in control of any vehicle can lead to a collision causing serious injury or death and the PSNI is urging all motorists to “Drive Aware” this month and not get distracted on their journey. So far this year in Northern Ireland 60 people have died on our roads as a result of a […]







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