River polluted by toxic waste from fuel laundering plant
June 22, 2010
By Brónagh Murphy
A river and surrounding marshland at Silverbridge have been extensively polluted by toxic waste dumped from a fuel laundering plant. Read more
Minister launches south Armagh childcare project
June 22, 2010
Extra childcare provision for families in the south Armagh area was announced by Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Michelle Gildernew MP MLA during a visit to the area on Wednesday. Read more
Local politicians respond to Saville Report
June 22, 2010
by Brónagh Murphy
Following Tuesday’s publication of Bloody Sunday’s Saville Report, local political representatives have commented on the long-awaited publication and expressed their views on its findings. Read more
Camloch’s Got Talent…… .back by popular demand
June 22, 2010
Féile Chamlocha is now entering its 14th year and as part of this year’s celebrations, a ‘Camloch’s Got Talent’ event is currently being organised. Read more
New Cullyhanna centre marks five years of Sure Start South Armagh
June 22, 2010
By Brónagh Murphy
The official opening of Sure Start South Armagh’s new premises in Cullyhanna on Wednesday was one of a number of events aimed at celebrating the organisation’s fifth anniversary. Read more
Healthy lifestyle for Creggan ‘Walkers and Talkers’
June 22, 2010
Residents living within the Creggan area of Newry and Mourne have been participating in healthy lifestyle activities encouraging physical activity and healthy eating. Read more
Prestigious teaching award for Bessbrook Principal
June 15, 2010
by Brónagh Murphy
One of the most prestigious awards granted to members of the teaching profession has been bestowed upon the Principal of a Bessbrook school. Read more
Natasha takes first steps on remarkable recovery
June 15, 2010
By Brónagh Murphy
Natasha McShane has taken her first tentative steps since she was attacked in Chicago by a man using a metal baseball bat almost eight weeks ago, her family has said. Read more
Mayor’s mantle for Murphy
June 15, 2010
Sinn Féin Councillor Mick Murphy is expected to be announced as the incoming Mayor of Newry and Mourne at the Council’s Annual General Meeting this evening (Monday). He will take over the duties from outgoing Mayor John Feehan. Read more
Lucky Lisa scoops prestigious Rooney Fellowship award
June 15, 2010
By Brónagh Murphy
A lucky student from Glassdrummond, Crossmaglen is preparing to spend next year studying in America having been awarded a prestigious scholarship at Southern Regional College, Newry. Read more
