Suspicious stench leads police to substantial cannabis find near children’s play area

A suspicious stench led police to substantial herbal cannabis find in Newry this afternoon (Sunday). There had been reports of a...

Small local businesses encouraged to bid for lucrative Council services

Small local businesses are being urged to bid for the services put out by Newry, Mourne and Down Council. Council are...

Parking problems at the Quays now ‘a health and safety issue’

Parking issues at a shopping centre in Newry have been described as ” a health and safety issue”. Sinn Fein councillor...

Kitten thrown from moving vehicle described as ‘very distressing’ incident

A kitten was thrown from a moving car in what is being described as a “very distressing” incident. The young feline...

Lithuanian trio convicted of gangmaster offences over shellfish operations

Three Lithuanian men have been convicted of gangmaster offences in Northern Ireland. It followed an investigation carried out by the Gangmasters...

Mum of missing Tyrone teenager says she could be in Newry area

***UPDATE FROM MUM: “Hannah has been found. We are so looking forward to having her home. The power of social media...

Four adults ‘miraculously’ escape injury after shots fired at house

Shots were fired at a property in Newry last night (Wednesday). There are reports that up seven shots were fired in...

Southern Trust offering free fruit and vegetables every Monday during September

The Southern Health and Social Care Trust is offering free fruit and vegetables every Monday during September to encourage people to...

Free council brown bin distribution to be extended – but you’ll have to act fast

Free brown bins are to continue to be made available to residents in the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area....

Founder of Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust recognised by Prime Minister

The founder of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust has been recognised by the Prime Minister. Newry man Colin Bell, along with...

Newry to benefit from £155,000 investment with unique new swimming pool pod

A unique swimming pool lift which replaces pool hoists has been rolled out in a number of leisure centres across Northern...

Newry Council could follow ABC lead by banning dogs from playing fields

Tougher measures aimed at reducing dog fouling across Newry, Mourne and Down could be on the cards. The district council is...