Council Planning Committee Approves Major District Developments 9 November 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Planning Committee has approved applications for three major new developments in Bessbrook, Kilkeel and Newry. At the Committee meeting on 4 November, councillors agreed proposals for the redevelopment of the former Bessbrook...

Young Drivers Praise Council’s ‘Invaluable’ Safe Driving Initiative 7 November 2026 The aftermath of serious road accidents was brought home to students from across the district during Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Young Drivers’ Road Safety Initiative over recent months. Designed to educate the drivers of tomorrow to remain safe...

Businesses Explore Potential for Rowallane Chamber of Commerce 6 November 2026 Business representatives from across Saintfield, Ballynahinch, Crossgar and Killyleagh have met to explore the possibility of establishing a new Rowallane Chamber of Commerce. An Information and Networking Evening at Saintfield Community Centre on 4 November,...

Newry and Mourne Museum Unveils ‘Object of the Month’ Display Case 6 November 2026 Newry and Mourne Museum has unveiled a new ‘object of the month’ display case which will showcase a changing selection of objects, each with their own story. Featuring items usually held in storage, the new display case located on the museum’s second...