Belfast Airbnb Earns £19,000 in Weeks Amid Housing Crisis Concerns

Belfast Airbnb Earns £19,000 in Weeks Amid Housing Crisis Concerns

An unauthorized Belfast Airbnb profited greatly, fueling worries about its impact on local housing availability. Belfast Airbnb Earns £19,000 in Weeks Amid Housing Crisis Concerns People want new rules for short-term rentals. This follows a Belfast house being listed for £19,000. That price covered ten weeks. A local councillor, Ruth Brooks, is worried. Short-term rentals…

USPCA Chief Resigns After Trustee Departures in Newry

USPCA Chief Resigns After Trustee Departures in Newry

USPCA CEO Nora Smith steps down following resignations. Workplace issues cited, new leadership sought. USPCA Chief Resigns After Trustee Departures in Newry The USPCA’s CEO has quit her job, and this happened as many board members also resigned. Nora Smith, who is from County Down, became the CEO in January 2023. The USPCA now needs…

Newry Pool Final Checks Planned Amid Public Annoyance Over Delays

Newry Pool Final Checks Planned Amid Public Annoyance Over Delays

Newry swimming pool nears reopening after repairs began in March 2024, but repeated delays spark public frustration. Newry Pool Final Checks Planned Amid Public Annoyance Over Delays Newry swimming pool might reopen soon. They plan “final safety checks” next week. The pool closed for repairs in March 2024. They hoped to reopen it in September…

Newry Pool Final Checks Planned Amid Public Annoyance Over Delays

Newry Swimming Pool Final Checks Amid Public Frustration Over Delays

Newry swimming pool faces final safety inspections following closures since March 2024, with public frustration growing. Newry Swimming Pool Final Checks Amid Public Frustration Over Delays Newry’s swimming pool might reopen soon. “Final safety checks” are planned for next week. The pool closed for repairs in March 2024. Officials targeted September 2024 for reopening it.…

Forkhill Life Remembered Hardship and Hope in Turbulent Times

Forkhill Life Remembered Hardship and Hope in Turbulent Times

Marie McCartan reflects on growing up in Forkhill during the 50s and 60s. Her book, “Down Longfield”, shares stories of survival. Forkhill Life Remembered Hardship and Hope in Turbulent Times Life was hard in Forkhill during the 50s and 60s. Many rural Ulster areas lacked electricity then. Cars were rare, and social events were limited.…

Newry Charity Seeks Home for Adorable Cross-Eyed Kitten Named Lilah

Newry Charity Seeks Home for Adorable Cross-Eyed Kitten Named Lilah

A Newry animal charity seeks a forever home for Lilah. Found ill in December, she now needs a calm, indoor setting. Newry Charity Seeks Home for Adorable Cross-Eyed Kitten Named Lilah A small kitten needs a permanent home. An animal charity in Newry looks after her. Someone found this kitten and her sister. They brought…