News

6 May 2026 Women from across the Slieve Gullion and Newry District Electoral Areas (DEAs) have taken part in a series of free, hands-on car safety events aimed at building confidence and practical skills behind the wheel.

5 May 2026 Employers from across Newry, Mourne and Down are being encouraged to take part in this year’s Newry, Mourne and Down Job Fair, an established recruitment event designed to bring businesses and jobseekers together under one roof.

1 May 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is continuing with its investment programme to refurbish and enhance play parks across the district, with a series of major upgrades now completed as part of its ongoing Play Strategy 2024–2029.

1 May 2026 Residents and visitors are being encouraged to shop local and support talented makers and producers at the popular Artisan Markets hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.

1 May 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has supported almost 4,000 young people to build essential skills for the future through the successful Building Aspirations Programme.

27 April 2026 A group of men and women from across the district, united by life-changing health conditions, are taking part in Belfast City Marathon to raise money for a charity that is close to their hearts.

23 April 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is to develop an outline business case for a new immersive tourism trail featuring world class visitor amenities stretching from Carlingford Lough to Strangford Lough as part of a major investment proposal under the Belfast Region City Deal (BRCD).

23 April 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has welcomed the Autism Reality Experience to the Slieve Gullion and Crotlieve District Electoral Areas, marking World Autism Acceptance Month this April.

22 April 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is calling on businesses across the district to register their interest for the upcoming Make It Local Summer 2026 marketing campaign, a high-impact initiative designed to boost visibility, drive footfall and encourage people to spend locally.

17 April 2026 The Giant Adventures Series is back for 2026, bringing an exciting lineup of immersive tourism events to Mourne Gullion Strangford.

14 April 2026 The hugely popular Castlewellan Fair takes place on Monday 4 May (May Day Bank Holiday) from 9am-5pm offering a full day of free, family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained.

14 April 2026 Some of Northern Ireland’s leading rally drivers have welcomed the return of top class rallying to Downpatrick this summer.