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31 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council joined forces with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust’s (SHSCT) promoting wellbeing team to support a recent Food Values programme for women supported by Women’s Aid Armagh Down (WAAD).

23 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched this year’s NMD Be Active campaign, encouraging residents to build more physical activity into their everyday lives.

18 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and Louth County Council convened their latest Strategic Alliance meeting on 9 December 2025 at County Hall, Dundalk, reaffirming their commitment to cross-border cooperation and regional development.

16 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council would like to advise on the revised bin collection dates over the Christmas and New Year period 2025/2026.

16 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Slieve Gullion District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum organised a special event at Crossmaglen Community Centre in partnership with the Rural Health Partnership to help residents stay warm this winter.

15 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, hosted a civic reception on Wednesday 10 December.

15 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has reaffirmed it support for the ‘There Is No Excuse Campaign’ aimed at supporting victims of domestic violence.

15 December 2025 Over 200 local people recently enjoyed a free Silver Screening of Downton Abbey at Omniplex Downpatrick cinema.

15 December 2025 Public Notice  Christmas and New Year Holiday Arrangements 2025 for the following: - Household / Commercial Bin Collection - Household Recycling Centres (HRCs) - Council Offices Please have your bin at the kerbside by 6am.

12 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, has issued his Christmas message, highlighting the strength of community spirit across the district, the vital role of local arts and culture, the importance of supporting local businesses, and his appreciation for charities, community organisations and key workers who provide essential support throughout the year.

11 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell, welcomed pupils and guests to the Council Chamber in Downpatrick for the Schools’ Environmental Poster competition prizegiving.

9 December 2025 Christmas is a time for celebration, generosity and shared meals with friends and family.