A MAN has died after falling from an Eleventh Night bonfire in east Belfast. The incident occurred in the Braniel area on Friday night. The man, who has been named locally as Warren Lyttle, was taken to hospital but passed away on Saturday. "Very sad to hear of the tragic incident at Braniel bonfire last night," said Alliance councillor Michael Long. "My thoughts are with the … [Read more...] about Man dies after falling from bonfire in east Belfast
Tributes paid to DRS founder Fiona Recker
TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of Fiona Recker, the founder and Group Chief Executive of DRS Bond Management Limited, who has died after a long illness. Fiona Recker In a statement, the company said Ms Recker had been unwell for many years but had continued to lead the business with "commitment and dedication to the end". A private family funeral is due to take … [Read more...] about Tributes paid to DRS founder Fiona Recker
Jail for domestic abuser whose victim required emergency brain surgery after ‘horrific attack’
A DOMESTIC abuser who severely beat his partner and locked her in his house overnight has been jailed. Derek McManus was sentenced yesterday at Laganside Crown Court for domestic abuse offences, grievous bodily harm with intent and common assault. The 54-year-old, who hails from Limavady in Co. Derry, was sentenced to three years and two and a half months in prison and three … [Read more...] about Jail for domestic abuser whose victim required emergency brain surgery after ‘horrific attack’
Cyclist dies in hospital following Mayo collision
A CYCLIST has died in hospital after being involved in a collision in Co. Mayo. The man, aged in his 50s, collided with a vehicle on the N84 at Carrowkeel at around 9pm last night. He was taken to University College Hospital Galway where he was later pronounced dead. Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to contact them. “Road users with camera footage (including dash-cam) … [Read more...] about Cyclist dies in hospital following Mayo collision
Murder investigation underway after woman’s body found in Killarney
A MURDER investigation is underway after a woman’s body was discovered at a home in Co. Kerry. The body was found at a domestic residence in Muckross Road, Killarney on July 7, Gardaí have confirmed. A postmortem has now been completed, the results of which have not been shared, and the probe into the incident has since been upgraded to a murder investigation. The police force … [Read more...] about Murder investigation underway after woman’s body found in Killarney