News

27 March 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is supporting the expansion of a key volunteer-led service for older people and their families designed to ensure they don’t miss vital hospital appointments.

26 March 2026 The delivery of Newry City Park has taken a major step forward, with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council launching the procurement process to select a contractor for construction.

25 March 2026 Pupils from 13 primary and secondary schools across the district took part in this year’s Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Environmental Youth Speak competition.

23 March 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, in partnership with the Sports Association Newry, Down and South Armagh (SANDSA), welcomed over 300 guests to the Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle on Friday 20 March for the prestigious NMD Sports Awards, which celebrate sporting achievements in 2025.

20 March 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has appointed a dedicated Integrated Consultancy Team (ICT) to support the restoration of Lock 6 on the historic Newry Canal, marking a significant step forward in protecting and enhancing one of Northern Ireland’s most important heritage assets.

20 March 2026 A Newry, Mourne and Down District Council plan for a new multi-sport 3G pitch at Jennings Park in Newry has taken a significant step forward.

16 March 2026 This Thursday 19 March marks the beginning of Newry Arts Festival, launching ten days of performances, screenings and creative activities across the city until 29 March.

13 March 2026 Newry and Mourne Museum has opened a new temporary exhibition entitled ‘Categorically Celtic – traditional design in Irish art, politics and popular culture’, which explores the significance of Celtic art within Irish life, tracing its evolution from its ancient origins to contemporary everyday use.

13 March 2026 Recent workshops organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Slieve Croob District Electoral Area (DEA) Forum introduced local people to the Makaton language programme.

13 March 2026 A community safety and wellbeing event organised by Newry, Mourne and Down Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) was well supported by the public.

12 March 2026 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council celebrated the achievements of young innovators at a special showcase event as part of the Digital Makers Programme, delivered in partnership with Sentinus and funded through the Council’s Regeneration, Business Support department and The Go Succeed Programme.

11 March 2026 A powerful play examining themes of control and violence in relationships and the importance of communication and respect to avoid harm has been shown to over 1,000 post-primary school students across the district.