Constable Kenny Irvine, who was killed when the police vehicle he was travelling in crashed in Warrenpoint in 2008, has been named as a recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Emblem.

A local councillor has expressed frustration at the lack of movement on repairs on the Shimna River Weir, citing ‘the eternal blame game of responsibility’ as a reason for lack of progress.

Locals have been reminded that swimming, diving and any other water activities are strictly prohibited at key reservoirs. This follows recent reports about some visitors engaging in ‘inappropriate and unsafe water activities’ in the Silent Valley, Ben Crom and Spelga Dam areas.

A generous staff member from Mourne Stimulus had her hair cut for charity.

A local MLA has described the 13-month long use of temporary traffic lights on the Kilkeel Road in Hilltown as completely unacceptable.

The St Vincent de Paul holiday centre in Newcastle, Clare Lodge, is up for sale for £1million.

The Mourne Stimulus group in Kilkeel held a surprise party for Bronagh Trainor to mark her 30-year service to the adult day centre.

The plan is described as a ‘bold new vision for the development of the district’ but local councillors have said they are cautiously optimistic about its proposals.

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The Dundrum Inn owners expressed their delight at winning a prestigious award.