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...

Council buildings – from leisure centres to market – to welcome breastfeeding mums

Public buildings in Newry, Mourne and Down District look set to become ‘welcome’ areas for breastfeeding mums. Sixteen public buildings in...

Council buildings and staff to go ‘dementia friendly’ to improve quality of life for sufferers

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to go all out to ensure inclusion and promote a better quality of life...

‘Very distinctive’ Pigeon Transporter trailer stolen on Tuesday night

Police are appealing for information after the theft of a “very distinctive” Pigeon Transporter trailer. It has been reported as stolen...