Newry and Mourne District Council in partnership with Newry City Centre Management are set to switch on the Christmas Illuminations in the city on Thursday November 22 in Marcus Square with entertainment commencing at 5pm climaxing with the switch on at 7pm. Serenading the crowds with a ion of Christmas favourites will be the Newry Community Band followed by local artistes with Big O comparing the evenings entertainment. Announcing the switch on Mayor of Newry and Mourne District Council Councillor John McAardle extended an invitation to everyone in the greater Newry and Mourne area to attend the official illuminations ceremony. The Santa Fun Run in aid of local charities will take place at 6.30pm prior to the switch on. If you are up for the Santa challenge you are asked to raise £100 and contact the City Centre Partnership for a booking form
Newry Reporter
24th October 2012
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