A PEDESTRIAN has died after being involved in a collision with a van in Co. Kilkenny. The incident happened on the R693 near Arigan Bridge, Cooleshal, Freshford yesterday morning (July 22). Emergency services were called to the scene after the van and pedestrian collided at around 9.30am. The man, who was aged in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was taken to … [Read more...] about Pedestrian dies following collision with van in Kilkenny
Murder investigation underway after man dies in Belfast
A MURDER investigation is underway after a man died following an assault in Belfast. Police were called to the incident at a home in north Belfast at around 6pm on July 20. Paul Mackin Junior was found seriously injured at the property and taken to hospital for treatment. The 44-year-old, who hailed from the north Belfast area, died in hospital last night. “Just before 6pm on … [Read more...] about Murder investigation underway after man dies in Belfast
Garda station closed after two officers fall ill while ‘processing vape products’
A GARDA station in Co. Offaly has been forced to close after two officers fell ill. Edenderry Garda Station in Tullamore has closed after two male garda became unwell while on duty yesterday. “The members were involved in processing vape products seized from a commercial premises during an ongoing investigation,” a Garda spokesperson confirmed. “Both male members are currently … [Read more...] about Garda station closed after two officers fall ill while ‘processing vape products’
Man charged after police officer assaulted
A MAN has been charged in connection with an assault on a police officer in east Belfast. The officer was injured by a member of the public while he responded to reports of youths on e-bikes, the PSNI has confirmed. The incident happened in the Queens Road area on the evening of July 21. “The man, aged 34, was arrested and has since been charged with offences including grievous … [Read more...] about Man charged after police officer assaulted
Councillor left ‘critically ill’ after contracting meningitis B calls for vaccination rollout across Ireland
A COUNCILLOR who became critically ill after contracting meningitis b as a teenager has called for a vaccination programme to be rolled out across Ireland. SDLP Councillor Séamas de Faoite was 14 when he contracted the infection, which affects the lining of the brain and spinal cord. He became critically ill as a result and still lives with the effects today he said this week … [Read more...] about Councillor left ‘critically ill’ after contracting meningitis B calls for vaccination rollout across Ireland