Newry Democrat

4 days ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

THERE has been no playing around on the part of Sinn Fein councillor Aine Quinn whose efforts in council have worked to secure the extensive redevelopment of Conway Play Park Mullagbawn.

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

ARMAGH’S Rory Grugan said anyone thinking that Dublin are out of contention for silverware are being foolish ahead of Sunday’s (June 1) big clash in Croke Park at 4pm. The Orchard held on to claim a vital two Group Four points after Derry clawed back a 13-point lead to reduce to four before the final whistle blew in Armagh’s favour. Grugan captained the side on Saturday evening and he was pulling the strings and was instrumental to Armagh’s ability to build up such an impressive lead.

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

FOR those who wish to avail of a guided tour of the structure which has acted as a foundation stone for the 200 years of history which has surrounded it, you need look no further than the Guided Tours of Newry Cathedral. Administered by Desmond McMahon, the eponymous tour, which is now in its tenth year, serves as a 90 minute exploration of the two centuries of history contained within the walls of the cities most renowned Catholic place of worship.

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

THE true beauty of Ballyholland woman Anna Mulholland is set to go into full blossom this August when she represents county Down in this year’s Rose of Tralee contest.

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

NEWRY magistrates court has heard how one defendant with an address in the city shouted "RUC" whilst making an obscene hand gesture within close proximity to a memorial event which was being conducted in Sandy Streets Presbyterian church for police officers who were killed over 40 years ago. Appearing in the dock of the court was Ryan Morrisey (21) of Oaklands Newry.