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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.

9 December 2025 PUBLIC NOTICE – SERVICE UPDATE #STORMBRAM In line with the Met Office Yellow Weather Warning for strong winds from 9am on Tuesday 9 December to 10pm on Tuesday 9 December 2025, some disruption to our services is expected: Household Recycling Centres Household Recycling Centres will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December.

5 December 2025 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson Cllr Philp Campbell has welcomed the decision to introduce free parking at council-owned car parks across the district on the three Saturdays in the run up to Christmas.

28 November 2025 Rowallance DEA Forum hosted a lively Ulster-Scots cultural event on Thursday 27 November at the Sir Hans Sloane Centre, Killyleagh, where attendees enjoyed an afternoon of language, learning and local creativity.