A MAN found guilty of raping a child has been jailed for 18 years. Connor Behan was sentenced at Chester Crown Court on Friday, February 7, having previously been convicted of a string of sexual offences. In December, the 33-year-old of Heath Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme was found guilty by unanimous verdict of multiple rapes of a girl under 13, multiple sexual assaults by … [Read more...] about Man found guilty of raping child is jailed for 18 years
Appeal after cyclist left in critical condition following Co. Armagh collision
POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a collision in Co. Armagh left a cyclist in a critical condition in hospital. The incident occurred in Craigavon on Friday, January 31 and saw the cyclist, aged in his 60s, sustain serious injuries. This evening, investigators issued an appeal for anyone with information about the collision to contact them. "The collision, between a … [Read more...] about Appeal after cyclist left in critical condition following Co. Armagh collision
Irish Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan leads consortium that has bought London Irish rugby club
IRISH businessman and Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan has led a consortium that has bought rugby club London Irish out of administration. The Dubliner, who founded the Jordan Grand Prix team, is part of the Jordan Associates group that has taken control of the club. London Irish went into administration in 2023 after they were suspended from the Premiership over unpaid … [Read more...] about Irish Formula 1 legend Eddie Jordan leads consortium that has bought London Irish rugby club
Taoiseach and Tánaiste among nine ministers heading to the US for St Patrick’s Day
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris are among nine government ministers heading to the United States for this year's St Patrick's Day celebrations. The government today announced details of this year's programme, which will see 38 representatives of the state travelling to 90 cities in 40 countries. "St Patrick's Day offers a unique opportunity to promote … [Read more...] about Taoiseach and Tánaiste among nine ministers heading to the US for St Patrick’s Day
Concern for man missing from Co. Wicklow for two weeks
GARDAÍ are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of man missing from Co. Wicklow. Malcolm Ross, 45 is reported missing from his home in Wicklow Town since Monday, February 10. However, he was last seen on January 28 in the town. Mr Ross is described as being approximately 5' 11" in height, with a broad build, brown hair and brown eyes. Gardaí and his family … [Read more...] about Concern for man missing from Co. Wicklow for two weeks