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1 December 2023 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, has set up a Public and an Online Consultation to seek the public’s views for the development of a Recreational Hub adjacent to Camlough Lake, Newry.

29 November 2023 Small and micro businesses and social enterprises across Northern Ireland are set to benefit from funding to help accelerate their digital transformation ambitions.

28 November 2023 A new Christmas ‘Make It Local’ promotional campaign has been launched by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte.

28 November 2023 The destination recently hosted a group of 23 enthusiastic Incoming Tour Operator Association members that included Destination Management Companies, Tour Operators and Professional Conference Organisers on an adventure through the picturesque landscapes of the Mourne Mountains, Ring of Gullion and Strangford Lough.

28 November 2023 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte has announced the names of the charities that she will support during her term in office.

24 November 2023 Chairperson Cllr Valerie Harte in conjunction with PIPS Hope and Support Charity hosted a Civic Reception on Wednesday 8 November to honour the extraordinary accomplishments of the ‘Red Hot Chilli Dippers’, a group of exceptional young individuals aged between 14 and 16 years of age who recently made history by becoming the youngest ever group to swim across the North Channel between Northern Ireland and Scotland.

24 November 2023 National Tree Week is an annual event, brought to you by The Tree Council and partners, dedicated to celebrating the importance of trees and tree care.

24 November 2023 The Newry, Mourne, and Down Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has been organising a number of youth-focused presentations throughout the district to raise awareness of the risks associated with drug use.

22 November 2023 Clanrye Group is delighted to launch Get Work Ready across the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area for individuals who are unemployed / who are ready for work and for those who are currently employed and who wish to upskill.

22 November 2023 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has secured a Sustainable Food Places Bronze Award, underscoring its commitment to championing sustainable, healthy, and locally sourced food.

17 November 2023 A Newry, Mourne and Down District Council spokesperson said, “Following a meeting with representatives from ASDA, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is committed to working with the company on immediate solutions to the devastating flooding at the Downpatrick store.

14 November 2023 Preparations for Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Christmas lights switch-on events are underway.