News

21 March 2024 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has agreed a new contract with Marston Holdings Ltd to provide enforcement parking services within our 39 Off-Street car parks, this will commence on Tuesday 2 April 2024.

19 March 2024 A major programme of works at the Swimming Pool at Newry Leisure Centre was agreed at a meeting of the Council’s Active and Healthy Communities Committee on Tuesday 19 March.

15 March 2024 Newry Arts Festival, now in its third year, specialises in bringing an array of renowned acts, original work and innovating talks to the city of Newry.

13 March 2024 Join us on Sunday 17 March for St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Newry and Downpatrick.

12 March 2024 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting applications to a Flooding Hardship Scheme, which is part of a package of funding from the Department for Economy (DfE).

10 March 2024 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce its ongoing collaboration and support of The Newry Chamber Music ensemble, with an Easter concert to be held on Tuesday 19 of March at 7.

10 March 2024 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce that a new temporary light art trail will open in Downpatrick on Friday 15 March, running until Sunday 24 March.

8 March 2024 Live Here Love Here, Northern Ireland’s people-powered campaign dedicated to promoting civic pride and fostering environmental stewardship, has announced the recipients of its 2024 Community Awards.

8 March 2024 Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is working with the Public Health Agency (PHA) to highlight the importance of the Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR) vaccination for children.

5 March 2024 On Sunday 17 March, St Patrick’s Day in Newry and Downpatrick promises to be the perfect blend of tradition, culture, and family-friendly activities, ensuring a memorable experience for locals and tourists alike.

29 February 2024 The start date of the new parking arrangements at Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s four main parks — Slieve Gullion Forest Park, Kilbroney Park, Castlewellan Forest Park and Delamont Country Park ­— has been extended to Monday 22 April 2024.

28 February 2024 The Council recently organised a series of Allergen Awareness seminars for catering businesses in various location across the district to support local food and catering businesses.