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Lower Main Street Upgrade – Week 1

Despite the inevitable disruption caused by the much needed road improvements to the lower section of Main Street, two-way traffic is still flowing freely, car parks are still readily accessible and traders are very much open for business. Visitors should not be put off!

SDA Meets Chief Executive Liam Hannaway

The Co-ordinating Committee of Saintfield Development Association had an introductory meeting with Mr Liam Hannaway, the New Chief Executive Designate of Newry, Mourne and Down Council. The committee introduced SDA and described its projects both past and ongoing, and expressed its hopes and concerns. In return the Chief Executive explained his position on matters relating to Saintfield. Committee… Continue reading SDA Meets Chief Executive Liam Hannaway

Saintfield In Bloom Prizewinners

The judging for Saintfield In Bloom was carried out on 24th July by Averil Milligan, Head Gardener, Rowallane and Councillor Evelyn Robinson, proposed by NILGA, sponsors of Ulster in Bloom. Tonia McDonald generously donated two plaques for the winners in the Small and Large Business categories. The Highly Commended and Commended businesses in each category… Continue reading Saintfield In Bloom Prizewinners

Update On Friday 11th July

Time 7pm – 8pm Litter Pick & Weeding – Shrub bed at the junction of Downpatrick Street and New Line. Volunteers Muriely, Lily and Denis. 5 bags of rubbish. Time 8pm – 9pm Litter Picking, Weeding & Sweeping – Footpath and area adjacent to Maxol Garage. Volunteers Muriel and Lily. 1 bag of rubbish.

Preparations For The Road Sweeping Lorry

Members of Saintfield Development Association have been busy over the holiday period dislodging dirt at the sides of roads around the village in advance of the eagerly anticipated arrival of the Down District Council road sweeping lorry. Litter Pick Belfast Road – 6 bags Downpatrick Street (behind shops) – 2 bags New Line play park… Continue reading Preparations For The Road Sweeping Lorry