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Newry’s Rev. Barry the new Moderator of Presbyterian Church

10-Feb-2014
Danny Kennedy, Ulster Unionist MLA for Newry and Armagh, has offered his warm congratulations to the Rev. Dr. Michael Barry who has been elected as the new Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Speaking to Newry Times, Kennedy said, “I would ... read more
Source: Newry Times

‘Glimmers of hope for ‘Undocumented Irish’ in US Immigration Reform’ – Rogers

10-Feb-2014
South Down Assembly Member Seán Rogers, who has been following the fortunes of our Irish emigrants in America, has expressed uncertainty following the recent statement from House Republicans in Washington. Speaking to Newry Times, Rogers said, “The ... read more
Source: Newry Times

New CEO appointed to Newry, Mourne and Down ‘Super Council’

10-Feb-2014
Mr Liam Hannaway, current Chief Executive of Banbridge District Council has been appointed as Chief Executive of the new Newry, Mourne and Down super council. He is expected to take up his position in the near future to lead the preparations in the run ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Mayor Ruane condemns ‘horrendous’ armed robbery of elderly couple

10-Feb-2014
Sinn Féin Warrenpoint Councillor and Mayor of Newry & Mourne District Council, Mickey Ruane, has described as ‘horrendous’ an armed robbery that took place in the home of an elderly couple on Sunday night. Ruane said the whole community was in ... read more
Source: Newry Times

‘Amateur sports clubs should not have to pay rates’ – Brady

10-Feb-2014
Newry Armagh Assembly Member Mickey Brady has written to all amateur sports clubs in Newry urging them to support a Sinn Féin bill which calls for 100% rates exemption for their clubs. This Private Member’s Bill has been introduced by Sinn Féin MLA ... read more
Source: Newry Times

‘Car smoking ban will protect children’ – Ritchie

10-Feb-2014
South Down MP Margaret Ritchie has said she will support a vote at Westminster today in favour of a legal ban on smoking in cars carrying children. Ritchie told Newry Times she believed that children should be protected from smoking. Ritchie said, ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Woman, 51, assaulted during Newry mugging

10-Feb-2014
Police in Newry are appealing for information following a street robbery in the Dublin Road area of Newry on Saturday, 8th February. At approximately 9.15pm as a 51 year old woman was walking along the road she was assaulted and knocked to the ground by ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Zero per cent increase in domestic and business rates for Newry

10-Feb-2014
At the Council meeting this evening, Monday 10th February 2014, Newry and Mourne District Council struck its rate to meet the cost of services it provides. They agreed to a 0% increase in the district rate. This means households in Newry and Mourne ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Clubs’ strong stance on ‘stupid’ drinking game

01-Jan-1970
THE manager of Kilcoo GAA senior team says he is "totally opposed" to the social media challenge 'neknominations'. The craze, which caused a storm on Facebook over recent weeks, has been condemned by many people who believe it to be a ... read more
Source: Locali

A river runs through it

01-Jan-1970
OPINIONS are divided over a piece of public art for Banbridge. Although most when asked by The Outlook were receptive of the design, some were confused over what it was to represent. The Mourne Heritage Trust, the project leader, invited members of ... read more
Source: Locali

Important win for Reserves

01-Jan-1970
MONEYSLANE Reserves entertained Portadown BBOB at Rathfriland High School in a top of the league clash at the weekend. Both teams started the game off cautiously knowing that a defeat could impact on their push for the league title. The home team had the ... read more
Source: Locali

First shoot of year in testing weather

01-Jan-1970
BALLYVEA Gun Club's first shoot of 2014 was held on Saturday, 1 February. Ten lines were shot on the day. It was another day for which to be thankful for the shelters with driving rain and strong wind. Not surprisingly there were no straights. The ... read more
Source: Locali

Irish highs smiling on City

01-Jan-1970
MARTY Rice says his Armagh City side are fearless, fired-up and full of confidence after forcing Glentoran to an Irish Cup replay with a 1-1 draw on Saturday. Easily the most eye-catching result of the round, Armagh - sitting two divisions below the east ... read more
Source: Locali

Armagh suffer a ‘cruel’ result

01-Jan-1970
IN a game, seriously affected if not destroyed by the inclement weather, Down edged home via an injury time victory to snatch two precious National League points. On reflection, both teams could have won or lost and neither deserved to win, lose or even ... read more
Source: Locali

Games baton honour for Rathfriland

01-Jan-1970
RATHFRILAND is set to play a key role in the build-up to the Commonwealth Games. In advance of the games in Glasgow opening in July, the Queen's Baton is being carried by thousands around the Commonwealth. Similar to the Olympic torch relay, the ... read more
Source: Locali

Armagh is third in empty units survey

01-Jan-1970
ARMAGH has been named third in a league table of towns and city centres with the biggest percentage of empty units. Currently 19 per cent of the city centre's shop units are lying idle, just two per cent less than table topping Carrickfergus which ... read more
Source: Locali

McKevitt urges people to become bookworms for National Libraries Day

07-Feb-2014
SDLP Culture spokesperson, Karen McKevitt MLA has urged members of the public to make the most of National Libraries Day by showing support for their local library. Mc Kevitt told Newry Times, “Local libraries lie at the heart of communities across the ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Get Ready for the Giro

07-Feb-2014
The Giro d’Itallia Road Race begins in Northern Ireland on 9th May and in preparation for its arrival in Newry the Northern Ireland Tourist Board are organising a Roadshow to inform businesses, tourism providers and community groups how to become ... read more
Source: Newry Times

McKevitt welcomes road safety measures for Ballyholland Primary School

07-Feb-2014
SDLP MLA for South Down Karen McKevitt has welcomed the news that Ballyholland Primary School has been added to the Department of Regional Development’s Safer Routes to School programme. Speaking to Newry Times, McKevitt said, “I am pleased that the ... read more
Source: Newry Times

Doran condemns ‘disgraceful’ attempted burglary

07-Feb-2014
Sinn Féin Councillor Sean Doran has asked for the community of the Mournes to remain vigilant following another attempted robbery in the area. Speaking to Newry Times, Doran commented, “In the early hours of Tuesday morning thieves were disturbed as ... read more
Source: Newry Times
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