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Two men charged over Camlough Road stone throwing incidents

Police in Newry have charged two men with riotous behaviour and attempted criminal damage. The charges relate to incidents on Camlough Road on Friday night, 24th April, when a number of vehicles were damaged with stones. The 19 year old man and 20 year old man will appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court on 20th May, […]

Anger over dumping at new Corrinshego GAA pitch

Sinn Fein Newry councillor Liz Kimmins has condemned those who are using the grounds around Corrinshego’s new pitch as a dumping ground. “While I was at Corrinshego’s first match on Sunday I noticed there was a lot of dumping at what is locally known as the Spricks,” she said. “This is all household items, wallpaper, […]

Durkan appeals to road users to take extra care over Bank Holiday weekend

Environment Minister Mark H Durkan is appealing to everyone to remain vigilant on the roads as we approach the Bank Holiday weekend. Durkan said, “Tragically, we saw a dramatic increase in road deaths over the Easter holiday period. “As we look forward to the upcoming long weekend, we cannot afford to be complacent. Collectively, as […]

Local person buying £500 of Apple products ends up with ‘two bottles of water and a newspaper’

Police in Newry are reminding the community to only purchase valuable items from reputable sources. The reminder follows an incident where a member of the public was approached by a male in the Armagh Road area on Tuesday, 14th April, and offered an iphone, ipad and laptop for £500. After discussion the sale was agreed […]

Police probe vandalism at new Newry Leisure Centre

Police in Newry are appealing for information following an incident of criminal damage at the new leisure centre on Clanrye Avenue. At around 11.45am on Sunday, 19th April two panes of glass in the centre were smashed. A police spokesman told Newry Times, “We would like to hear from anyone who has information in relation […]

Warning of ‘deadly consequences’ after Camlough Road stone throwing attacks

Sinn Féin Councillor Charlie Casey has said that there is grave concerns about the ongoing stoning of vehicles travelling along the Camlough Road by youths using Carnagat Hill as a launch pad. He was speaking after the most recent incident where the windscreen of a lorry was smashed after being attacked by a group of […]

‘Deliberate’ fire at Slieve Gullion causes extensive damage

The Ring of Gullion ANOB project has said that a large wildfire on the Ballard Rd side of Slieve Gullion has done extensive damage to the heath habitat, a habitat of international significance. The fire, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, was attended by NIFRS and took a number of hours and several staff to put […]

Fearon calls for cross party support for marriage equality

Sinn Féin MLA Megan Fearon has called for cross party support for marriage equality ahead of a debate in the Assembly today. Speaking to Newry Times, Fearon said, “Marriage equality threatens no one. It gives gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender people equal rights under the law in relation to marriage. “Sinn Féin is currently campaigning […]

Buttercrane appoints nominated charities

Following the launch of Buttercrane’s Nominated Charity Scheme, three local organisations have been appointed as charitable partners; the Samaritans, PIPS and The Michaela Foundation. These three charity partners will work with Buttercrane in 2015/16 to enhance awareness, stage events and grow their fundraising capacity. Speaking to Newry Times, Peter Murray, Centre Manager said, “This year […]

‘Parents, speak to your children about Warrenpoint antisocial behaviour’ – PSNI

Police in Warrenpoint are asking local parents, community representatives and residents to help them address antisocial behaviour in the Bridal Loanan area. Over the last 6 months there has been an increase in antisocial incidents, particularly in the Lassara Heights and Ridgefield Grove areas. Speaking to Newry Times, Constable Natalie Brennan explained, “A large group of […]







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