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Kimmins hails GAA’s sense of community following Armagh victory
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins congratulates Armagh GAA on winning the Ulster Championship Final against Monaghan, its first Ulster title since 2008. She praises the GAA's role in community life and wishes the squad well in the All-Ireland Championship.
Other Issue: Armagh win Ulster Championship Final against Monaghan Original release: Kimmins hails GAA’s sense of community following Armagh victory (opens in a new tab)
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A new chapter opens up for Kickham’s GAC – Kearney
Sinn Féin's Declan Kearney, South Antrim MLA, commends Kickham's GAC Creggan on opening new facilities including a pitch, gym and shop, a £1.2M development funded by local fundraising. He hails it as a landmark for the club founded in 1924.
Other Original release: A new chapter opens up for Kickham’s GAC – Kearney (opens in a new tab)
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Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust founders wished well as they step back from daily operations – Kimmins
Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins wishes the founders of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust well as they step back from its day-to-day operations, praising the charity's work bringing over 2,500 people home from overseas.
Other Issue: Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust founders stepping back from daily operations Original release: Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust founders wished well as they step back from daily operations – Kimmins (opens in a new tab)
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New Richhill Office Strengthens Local DUP Presence - Robinson
The DUP says party leader Gavin Robinson MP opened MLA Gareth Wilson's expanded constituency office in Richhill, which it presents as strengthening representation across Newry and Armagh. Robinson praises Wilson's council record and describes him as the sole unionist voice for the area.
Other Issue: Gareth Wilson new Richhill constituency office opening Original release: New Richhill Office Strengthens Local DUP Presence - Robinson (opens in a new tab)
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Sinn Féin Magherafelt office already delivering benefits for constituents – Mallaghan
Sinn Féin MP Cathal Mallaghan marks the first anniversary of the Magherafelt Constituency Office, saying it has secured over £1 million for Mid Ulster residents through casework and thanking constituency staff.
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Repair of thousands of road defects ‘positive news’ – Boylan
Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan welcomes Department for Infrastructure crews having repaired over 10,000 road defects in eight weeks, commends workers after a difficult period of bad weather, and calls for the Executive to be properly funded.
Infrastructure and transport Issue: Department for Infrastructure repair of over 10,000 road defects Original release: Repair of thousands of road defects ‘positive news’ – Boylan (opens in a new tab)
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Armstrong announces intention to not seek re-election
Alliance Strangford MLA Kellie Armstrong announces she will not seek re-election at the 2027 Assembly poll, having served 11 years for the constituency, and says she will continue as an MLA until the Assembly dissolves.
Other Original release: Armstrong announces intention to not seek re-election (opens in a new tab)
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DUP Co-opts New MLA for Foyle
The DUP announces that Julie Middleton is taking her seat as MLA for Foyle following her co-option. DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP praises her experience and council record, and Middleton pledges to represent Foyle and stand up for unionist priorities.
Other Issue: Julie Middleton co-option as MLA for Foyle Original release: DUP Co-opts New MLA for Foyle (opens in a new tab)
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Dunne praises McIlroy during Stormont Matter of the Day
North Down MLA Stephen Dunne says Rory McIlroy's back-to-back Masters wins are a source of local and national pride, and he used a Matter of the Day in the Assembly to recognise the golfer's achievement.
Other Original release: Dunne praises McIlroy during Stormont Matter of the Day (opens in a new tab)
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McGlone pays tribute to James McGarvey
SDLP Mid Ulster MLA Patsy McGlone pays tribute to former councillor James McGarvey, who represented the party on Cookstown District Council for two decades, including a term as chair. McGlone recalls his civil rights background and community work.
Other Local government Original release: McGlone pays tribute to James McGarvey (opens in a new tab)
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Jesse Jackson was a Champion of Civil Rights and a true Friend of Ireland – Mary Lou McDonald TD
Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald TD says she is deeply saddened by the passing of US civil‑rights champion Jesse Jackson, praising his lifelong fight for justice, his support for Irish self‑determination and his friendship with Sinn Féin, and offers condolences to his family.
Other International affairs Issue: Death of US civil‑rights leader Jesse Jackson Original release: Jesse Jackson was a Champion of Civil Rights and a true Friend of Ireland – Mary Lou McDonald TD (opens in a new tab)
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Death of Jesse Jackson – Gerry Adams
Former Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams expresses a deep sense of loss at the death of American civil rights campaigner Jesse Jackson, recalling meeting him in the USA and Ireland and praising his support for the peace process and the Good Friday Agreement.
Other International affairs Original release: Death of Jesse Jackson – Gerry Adams (opens in a new tab)
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Mickey Brady – A Decent Human Being – Gerry Adams
Former Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams, giving the oration at the graveside in Newry, pays tribute to Mickey Brady, recalling his welfare rights work and his commitment to Irish unity and people's rights.
Other Social security and welfare Original release: Mickey Brady – A Decent Human Being – Gerry Adams (opens in a new tab)
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Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to former Sinn Féin MP and MLA Mickey Brady
Sinn Féin's Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill mourns the death of former MP and MLA Mickey Brady, praising his decades of community and welfare work in Newry and Armagh. She describes him as a committed republican and a figure with a famously sharp wit.
Other Issue: Death of former Sinn Féin MP and MLA Mickey Brady Original release: Michelle O’Neill pays tribute to former Sinn Féin MP and MLA Mickey Brady (opens in a new tab)
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Mary Lou McDonald expresses deep sadness at death of former MP Mickey Brady
Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald says she is deeply saddened by the death of former MP and MLA Mickey Brady, extending condolences to his wife Caroline and family and praising his decades of service to Newry and Armagh.
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Gerry Adams expresses condolences on death of Mary White
Former Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams expresses shock and sadness at the death of Mary White, a former Fianna Fáil senator, recalling her political activism, her work engaging women from Belfast, and her business career. He extends condolences to her family.
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Robinson congratulates new Orange Grand Master
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson congratulates Harold Henning on his election as head of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, succeeding Edward Stevenson. Robinson praises Stevenson's leadership and his pledge to remember Orange members murdered by terrorists.
Other Community relations and legacy Issue: Harold Henning elected Grand Master of the Orange Order in Ireland Original release: Robinson congratulates new Orange Grand Master (opens in a new tab)
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Ulster Unionist Party Welcome New Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland
UUP Chair Lord Elliott of Ballinamallard congratulates Harold Henning on being elected head of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, praising his long-standing loyalty and business and community involvement. He also thanks outgoing leader Edward Stevenson for steadying the Institution and wishes the…
Other Issue: Harold Henning elected Grand Master of the Orange Order in Ireland Original release: Ulster Unionist Party Welcome New Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland (opens in a new tab)
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DUP Thanks William Irwin for Faithful Service
DUP Leader Gavin Robinson MP pays tribute to William Irwin, who has announced he is stepping down as MLA for Newry and Armagh, citing his years of service and his work on agricultural matters.
Other Agriculture and rural affairs Original release: DUP Thanks William Irwin for Faithful Service (opens in a new tab)
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Passing of Stephen Cooper
TUV leader Jim Allister expresses shock at the sudden death of former TUV councillor Stephen Cooper, describing him as a man of ability who served in the armed forces and politics, and offers thoughts and prayers to his loved ones.
Other Original release: Passing of Stephen Cooper (opens in a new tab)