Stories By Donal McMahon, Local Democracy Reporter
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Newry
/ 2 years agoHousing Executive boss told of ‘horror show’ workmanship to local homes
A Newry councillor has raised concerns over “horror show” workmanship being carried out at Housing Executive homes. Cllr Charlie Casey (SF),...
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Newry
/ 2 years agoPowerboat ban on Carlingford Lough may be sought to protect famed dolphin ‘Finn’
A Northern Ireland council could seek a ban on powerboats in Carlingford Lough to protect a well known dolphin. But an...
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Newry
/ 2 years agoBurial plots in Newry city cemetery running out
Plots at a city cemetery are set to run out in the coming years despite ongoing plans to extend the site....
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Newry
/ 2 years agoSuspended DUP councillor charged with two counts of attempted sexual communication with child
A suspended DUP councillor has been charged in court with two counts of attempted sexual communication with a child. Cllr William...
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News
/ 2 years ago€60m Narrow Water bridge attracts international attention
International interest in the €60m Narrow Water bridge project has attracted the expert eyes of a Finnish delegation to Warrenpoint next...
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Newry
/ 2 years agoNMD Council to investigate alleged ‘sectarian remarks’ at festival
An investigation is being launched into claims there were “sectarian remarks coming from the stage” at a food and music festival....
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Crossmaglen
/ 2 years agoSinn Féin MP seeks urgent PSNI meeting after his home area comes out top on burglary list
An MP living in a burglary hotspot is calling for a meeting with police after “shocking” figures for break-ins emerged. Newry...
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Newry
/ 2 years agoCouncillor who ‘left school with nothing’ discovered new technique for detecting heart disease
A Northern Ireland councillor who “left school with nothing” has been awarded a doctorate and discovered a new technique for identifying...
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Lurgan
/ 3 years agoLurgan survivor of Newry mother and baby home asking for help in getting justice
A survivor of a Newry mother and baby home has called for international assistance to help the PSNI bring criminal allegations...
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Newry
/ 3 years agoCouncil appointing ‘Chewing Gum Ambassador’ to tackle sticky subject
A Northern Ireland council is appointing a ‘Chewing Gum Ambassador’ and sending workers onto the streets with backpack cleaners to tackle...
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Newry
/ 3 years ago‘How much is a life worth?’ Over 70% of defibrillator funding rejected
An undisclosed report from a council area has been criticised for rejecting funding for over 70 per cent of lifesaving defibrillator...
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Newry
/ 3 years agoRevealed: Newry, Mourne and Down councillors paid almost £800,000 in allowances
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s elected representatives claimed almost £800,000 in allowances in the last financial year. The figures, released...
