Newry Democrat

The Newry Democrat is a vibrant, full-color newspaper that caters to the community of Newry in County Down, Northern Ireland. Originally published by Thomas Crosbie Holdings, it became part of the Alpha Newspaper Group in 2010.

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Trevor Sansom to become director of Newry rugby

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

The AGM of Newry Rugby Club was held on 6th June in the Clubrooms on the Hilltown Road. The meeting was very well attended and this was indicative of the renewed enthusiasm the club is currently experiencing .After two difficult seasons those in attendance heard of the plans in place to strengthen the club to ensure that it continues to maintain its prominent place in Junior Rugby in the province.
RAAP appoints Mayobridge's Kieran Goss to lead campaign

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

MAYOBRIDGE singer-songwriter Kieran Goss has been appointed chairman of RAAP. RAAP (Recorded Artists Actors Performers), the Irish not-for-profit collective management organisation representing performers’ rights and they appointed Kieran Goss as Chairman of its Board of Directors. Originally from Mayobridge and a renowned singer-songwriter and performer, Kieran Goss has been a central figure in Irish music for over three decades.
LAVERTY: MAKE IT BOUNCE

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

DOWN manager Conor Laverty says he hopes that Newry’s Pairc Esler will be bouncing this weekend when they take on Galway. It is the toughest draw they possibly could have faced and it will help sharpen the minds and refocus following their narrow defeat to Monaghan in Sunday’s absorbing thriller.
Sionan hoping to 'Remember Everything' with Zach Bryan at Phoenix Park

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

SOUTH Armagh singer-songwriter Sionan Hanratty is hoping that she can be signing alongside American star Zach Byran when he plays at Dublin's Phoenix Park. I'm sure she is not the only one, you might think, but Sionan already knows what it's like to realise dreams by singing in the famous Blue Bird Cafe in Nashville earlier this year.
Green light for Camlough Lake Recreational Hub

1 week ago | newrydemocrat.com | Steve Malone

A SOUTH Armagh lake is set for full delivery of a major water activity development supported by £2.8million of UK Levelling Up funds. Plans for the Camlough Lake Recreational Hub were launched in 2024, with outdoor activities a key part of the designs.
Bins and needles

2 weeks ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

RESIDENTS of Kilmorey Park and Cowan Street in Newry have expressed their concerns in the wake of ongoing finds of drug paraphernalia in the area. The items, which have included amongst other things weed joints, tablet boxes and perhaps most concerning of all used needles , have been deposited within the confines of a lane in the area over the course of the past several months.
Mass celebration for Newry born priest

2 weeks ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

THERE has been a mass celebration held within the Church of the Assumption Drumalane to commemorate the 40 year legacy of service to God and others undertaken by Newry born priest Father Gerard Tremer. Father Tremer, who is originally from Drumalane park in the city, was set on the path to carry out Christ's work whenever he was ordained as priest within the hallowed halls of the Church of the Assumption Drumalane in 1985.
Newry man tells a tale of love and two wars

2 weeks ago | newrydemocrat.com | Daniel Hill

TELLING A Tale of Love and Two wars is Newry man Mario Fusco who has penned a new book chronicling the history behind both himself and his family. The eponymous title, which coming to 180 pages has been two years in the making, tells the tale of Mario’s parents Antonietta and Alfredo who met after Antonietta fled Italy in the wake of the battle of Monte Cassino.
Carlingford Lough Ferry Relaunches Daily Service with New Cruise Experiences

2 weeks ago | newrydemocrat.com | Peter Bayne

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to welcome back the popular Carlingford Lough Ferry as it resumes its full daily service, offering a fast, scenic and convenient connection across Carlingford Lough. This vital link, running seven days a week between Greencastle, Co Down and Greenore, Co Louth and return, not only shortens travel times but also enhances access to one of the most breathtaking regions – the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark.
Canal Court Unveils a New Era of Celebration

2 weeks ago | newrydemocrat.com | Peter Bayne

The Canal Court Hotel & Spa ushered in a New Era of Celebration on Friday 6th June with an exclusive, invite-only event that unveiled its newly renovated cocktail lounge, now the 1742 Lounge, and showcased its potential as one of the region’s most stylish event destinations. Hosted by luxury brand consultant and founder of Danu Collective Aisling McVeigh, the evening was a sparkling blend of fashion, beauty, music, and more.