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25 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is further enhancing access at Tyrella beach to ensure the award-winning Blue Flag facility is available to people with disabilities. The Planning Committee has approved plans to provide a new pathway linking the beach with the...

25 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has secured planning approval for a new £7.4 million health and wellbeing hub in Warrenpoint. The multi-million pound investment will provide a modern and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors. The new hub...

24 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting residents and visitors to enjoy ten days of arts and cultural events as the Newry Arts Festival returns from 19 to 29 March 2026.   Now in its third year, the festival continues to grow, offering a diverse programme...

23 February 2026 Two community-based arts organisations are playing key roles in preparations for St Patrick’s Day festival parades in Newry and Downpatrick. Down Community Arts and Beat Carnival are supporting the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council events by working with...

23 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Philip Campbell was delighted to host a memorable evening of recognition and celebration at the Chairperson’s Civic Awards 2026 on Friday 20 February at the Millbrook Lodge Hotel, Ballynahinch. The...

23 February 2026 Live Here Love Here, the people-powered campaign dedicated to improving local environments and inspiring civic pride, has announced the winners of its 2026 Community Awards. Held on Thursday 19 February at Belfast City Hall the event brought together community volunteers,...

20 February 2026 Tá Gairm 1 de Scéim Sparánachta na Gaeilge 2026-2027 fógartha ag Comhairle Ceantair an Iúir, Mhúrn agus an Dúin. Cuideoidh an scéim le daoine a bhfuil cónaí orthu i gceantar na Comhairle freastal ar...

20 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is taking an important step towards significantly reducing its carbon footprint by powering its vehicle fleet with an environmentally friendly biofuel mix. Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is produced from renewable sources such as...

19 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is getting ready and looking forward to once again delivering a vibrant programme of St Patrick’s Day events in Newry and Downpatrick for residents and visitors of all ages. As the home of St Patrick, the district holds a...

18 February 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is spearheading a new three-year education and enforcement initiative aimed at tackling environmental crime. The project includes continued cross-border collaboration with Louth County Council and a review of the effectiveness of a...

17 February 2026 A Newry, Mourne and Down District Council proposal to develop a new community trail in Hilltown is to be advanced into planning. The recommendation to progress the project, including the appointment of a consultant to advance the project to the planning stage, was agreed...

17 February 2026 Older residents from the Downpatrick, Rowallane, Mournes and Slieve Croob District Electoral Areas (DEAs) came together on Thursday 12 February for a vibrant Afternoon Tea Dance at the Millbrook Lodge Hotel, hosted by Down Senior Forum. Funded by County Down Rural...