Southern Trust helps develop new initiative to reduce waiting times for mental health support

Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the launch of a new initiative to reduce waiting times and improve services for people...

Right time and right fit for Co Armagh men who created fast-growing sportswear brand Playr-fit

For two county Armagh men, starting a sportswear brand was something of a no-brainer. Kieran Quinn and Steven Burns saw a...

Crossmaglen man found guilty of ATM thefts along border region

A County Armagh man has been found guilty of theft, money laundering and possession of more than €400,000 in cash following...

Two men appear in court following £300,000 Co Armagh drugs seizure

Two men have appeared in court following the seizure of £300,000 worth of drugs in County Armagh on Tuesday. Mark Smith,...

Co Armagh sporting goods brand Playr-Fit no longer just the new boys on the block!

For this week’s podcast, we spoke with Culloville’s Kieran Quinn of Co Armagh sporting goods brand ‘Playr-Fit’. Kieran, alongside his business...

Cycling club back with fundraising event after two-year break, with hospice set to benefit

A cycling club is aiming to raise around £2,000 for the Southern Area Hospice by holding a long distance ride around...

Superb effort sees James Reel Play Park plans lodged 10 months after tragic loss

A tremendous community spirit and a family’s determination have seen proposals now drawn up for the construction of the new James...

Ten calves valued at around £8,000 stolen in Lislea

A County Armagh farmer has been left reeling after 10 calves, valued at around £8,0000, were stolen over the weekend. Police...

Newry, Mourne & Down Council strikes 2022/23 rate – what does it mean for the district?

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has tonight (Monday) struck a district rate for the April 2022 – March 2023 financial...

Co Armagh man arrested after gardaí car rammed following Dundalk pursuit

A County Armagh man was arrested after a gardaí patrol car was rammed in Dundalk over the weekend. A man in...

Puppy farm horror prompts council motion urging new animal welfare forum

An animal welfare forum could be established across Newry, Mourne and Down following the growing number of cruelty cases across the...

Motion urges anonymous social media account ban to oust bullies and trolls

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to discuss the merits of calling for a ban on anonymous social media accounts...