POLICE in Belfast are investigation after a 5G mast was set on fire in a 'deliberate ignition' on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred at the Springbank Industrial Estate in Dunmurry on the outskirts of Belfast. Local politicians have condemned the fire, the latest in a series of suspected arson attacks on 5G masts in the area. "Shortly after 2.40pm, it was reported that a … [Read more...] about Investigation after 5G mast set on fire in ‘deliberate ignition’
‘Proud Kerry man’ Michael Gaine laid to rest as murder investigation continues
THE FUNERAL of Michael Gaine, whose death is the subject of an ongoing murder investigation, has taken place in Co. Kerry. At Holy Cross Church in Kenmare on Saturday, mourners heard how the popular 56-year-old was 'incredibly generous [and] had time for everyone'. Parish priest Father George Hayes also said the funeral was about 'recovering the dignity of Michael … [Read more...] about ‘Proud Kerry man’ Michael Gaine laid to rest as murder investigation continues
Man jailed for eight years for sexually assaulting young girl
A MAN has been jailed for eight years after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a girl under the age of 13. Mark Sheridan, 57, from Wythenshawe in Manchester, was arrested in November 2024 after the girl reported that she had been sexually assaulted. Sheridan was remanded into custody at Bolton Crown Court on May 2, 2025 after being found guilty of sexual assault by … [Read more...] about Man jailed for eight years for sexually assaulting young girl
Man jailed for 19 years for murder of ‘fearless’ mother of four
A MAN sentenced to life for the murder of a mother of four has been told he must serve at least 19 years in prison. John David Scott, 36, previously pleaded guilty to the 2020 murder of Natasha Melendez in Lisburn, as well as to three previous assaults on the 32-year-old. "You took a life, a life that meant the world to me, to her children, to her family, and to her friends," … [Read more...] about Man jailed for 19 years for murder of ‘fearless’ mother of four
Canadian wildfire smoke seen in Ireland and across Northern Europe
SMOKE from wildfires burning in central Canada has drifted thousands of miles across the Atlantic, arriving in Ireland and other parts of northwestern Europe, according to European climate researchers. The Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), an environmental agency under the European Union’s Earth observation programme, has been tracking the movement of wildfire … [Read more...] about Canadian wildfire smoke seen in Ireland and across Northern Europe