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2 September 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has successfully completed 10 projects funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), each designed to deliver visible benefits for local communities, businesses and visitors across the district.

2 September 2025 Please note from Monday 1 September 2025, the Council’s Planning Office function and Duty Planner role will relocate from Monaghan Row and operate from Haughey House, Unit 19, Rampart Road, Greenbank Industrial Estate, Newry, BT34 2QU.

1 September 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has nominated Newry-based charity Davina’s Ark for IPB Pride of Place Awards 2025 in the City Category for best Community Wellbeing Initiative.

28 August 2025 A group of leading European golf tour operators has enjoyed a first-hand experience of Northern Ireland’s world-class golf and breathtaking landscapes during a Tourism Northern Ireland (TNI) golf familiarisation visit to the Mourne, Gullion and Strangford region.

27 August 2025 The Albert Basin, Newry was the setting for a lively celebration of outdoor activity on Monday 25 August, as families and individuals from across the district gathered for the Newry Water Festival 2025.

22 August 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the official opening of a new, purpose-built visitor amenity building at Tyrella Beach – marking a major milestone in enhancing visitor experiences, promoting accessibility, and protecting the area’s unique natural environment.

22 August 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is teeing up a winning combination of golf and social media this summer, welcoming eight top golfing influencers to Ardglass for a showcase of sport, culture and local hospitality.

21 August 2025 Newcastle is preparing to welcome visitors for the free Eats & Beats Festival on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September.

20 August 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is celebrating the continued success of its parks and open spaces, which have once again been recognised through the prestigious Green Flag Awards.

19 August 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched a major £1.

18 August 2025 The boutique luxury vessel Island Sky arrived in Warrenpoint Harbour on Monday 18 August, marking another splendid moment in the town’s growing profile as an exclusive cruise destination.

15 August 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Assessment of Performance was approved by its Strategy, Policy and Resources Committee on Thursday 14 August 2025.