The Latest Breaking News from Co Down

DUP councillor 'baffled' over motion for Catholic man's Titanic memorial

"This council recognises the significance of the Titanic's legacy, the public interest in the tragedy and the importance of remembering the local lives that were lost on it."

Belfast Live · Apr 4, 2023

Review: Co Down boutique hotel is the perfect spot for a stress-free staycation

It's only been open for a couple of months after renovation, but the Avoca Hotel will be a popular one this summer

Belfast Live · Apr 3, 2023

Inside My Wedding: Co Down couple's big day at Hillmount House was 'a dream come true'

"I knew exactly the vibe and style I wanted from I was a teenager!"

Belfast Live · Apr 2, 2023

Brazilian winger called Neymar driving Co Down football club's promotion push

"Neymar joined us at the start of the season. He wasn't happy at his club and up he came, and he loves it here."

Belfast Live · Mar 25, 2023

Football Focus casts spotlight on Co Down football club's mental health work

The club was set up during lockdown and was the first in Northern Ireland dedicated to helping people with mental health

Belfast Live · Mar 25, 2023

Young Co Down fundraiser encourages support for Daffodil Appeal

Emily's grandfather was cared for by the hospice in 2020

Belfast Live · Mar 18, 2023

New Lost Garden Trail to open at luxury Co Down estate

The forgotten garden was discovered as staff prepared for the estate's opening in 2018

Belfast Live · Mar 17, 2023

New St Patrick Centre exhibit opens in Downpatrick and is voiced by actor Ciarán Hinds

"St Patrick's Day is the biggest cultural festival in the world and it belongs to us here in Northern Ireland and in Downpatrick."

Belfast Live · Mar 16, 2023

Young man, 21, who fell ill at the gym diagnosed with cancer and dies three days later

Daniel Donnan, a "talented" young athlete from Co Down in Northern Ireland, was getting in a workout at the gym when he started feeling unwell - three days later he was dead

Daily Mirror · Mar 16, 2023

NMNI strike to close Co Down museum on St Patrick's Day

NIPSA members are set to strike following 'insulting pay offer'

Belfast Live · Mar 15, 2023