Officers from Down District Council’s Environmental Health Section continued their programme of test purchase exercises in the district throughout February.

Down County Museum invites you to take a fascinating glimpse into County Down’s past with the screening of Down in Film at 7.30pm on Thursday 4 March

Representatives from the Tri-Council Fisheries Working Group met with DARD Minister, Michelle Gildernew, last week to continue their efforts to ensure a stable future for the local fishing industry.

Down District Policing Partnership is encouraging members of the public to nominate a Police Officer or Neighbourhood Policing Team for the upcoming Policing with the Community Awards 2010.

At the heart of Down District Council’s St Patrick’s Festival this year is the prestigious Cross-Community Carnival Parade, the focal point of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations on Wednesday 17 March in Downpatrick.

Down District Councillor Dermot Curran has received national recognition at the Northern Ireland Local Government Association (NILGA) Awards, scooping the award for ‘Best Initiative by a Local Councillor’.