Stories By Donal McMahon, Local Democracy Reporter
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Newry
/ 2 years agoNewry councillor says families hosting Ukrainian refugees still awaiting payment
Northern Ireland families hosting Ukrainian refugees in their homes are yet to see any of the support funds promised as part...
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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
/ 3 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
/ 3 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...
