Outrage as heartless thieves steal Hospice sit-out cash
December 23, 2013
The locally renowned annual John Dalzell Christmas sit-out, which raises much needed funds for the Southern Area Hospice, was dealt a devastating blow on Friday when callous thieves stole donations collected during of the 10 day sit-out. Read more
Kevin Bell Trust raises £100k for repatriation
December 23, 2013
The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, set up by the family and friends of the late GAA player who died in a hit and run accident in America in June this year, has raised over £100k to help other families who find themselves in the same tragic situation Read more
Former bank manager admits fraud
December 23, 2013
A former bank manager of First Trust in Newry has pleaded guilty to fraud during a court appearance in Belfast’s Crown Court on Friday. Read more
Danske Bank Ulster College’s All-Stars
December 23, 2013
There were three local schools: St Paul’s, Bessbrook, Abbey CBS, Newry and St Colman’s, Newry represented when the 2013-14 Danske Bank Colleges’ All-Stars for football and hurling were announced. In all, a total of 4 players representing the three schools were selected 3 for football and one for hurling. Read more
Christmas Day mountain climb holds special significance for one
December 23, 2013
The annual Christmas morning climb of Camlough Mountain has become something of a tradition in the village, with every year more and more locals making the arduous journey to the summit. Read more
Storm Emily wreaks havoc
December 23, 2013
Newry and Mourne became one of the worst affected areas of last week’s Storm Emily, which roared across Northern Ireland from last Wednesday afternoon. Read more
Forkhill teenagers remanded on bomb-making charges
December 23, 2013
Two teenagers from Forkhill have been remanded on explosive charges linked to items seized by police during a raid of a house on Tievecrom Road, Forkhill. Read more
Issue 1088 – St. Colman’s College, prizegiving
December 23, 2013
Beat the post- Christmas blues with the Legend of Luke Kelly band
December 23, 2013
Locals can avail of a one-off opportunity to beat the post-Christmas blues when the Legend of Luke Kelly band – a tribute to the legendary Dublin singer – will take to the stage in Belleek Country House on Saturday 28th December. Read more
Issue 1088 – Mr Mooney Retirement from St. Paul’s High School
December 23, 2013