WARNING: This story contains a graphic image below A WOMAN from Co. Tipperary has been banned from owning a dog for life after an animal in her care endured 'needless and preventable' suffering. The 46-year-old from Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary, appeared at Clonmel District Court on September 3 and pleaded guilty to four charges under the Animal Health and Welfare Act. The IPSCA … [Read more...] about Co. Tipperary woman banned from owning dogs for life following pet’s ‘needless and preventable’ suffering
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Co. Down man sentenced after posting himself AR-15 assault rifle and handguns from the US
A MAN from Co. Down who posted guns to himself from the United States — including an AR-15 assault rifle — has been sentenced to 10 months in prison, suspended for 12 months. William McMullan, 66, of Loughdoo Road in Newtownards, appeared before Downpatrick Crown Court on Thursday where he pleaded guilty to firearms importation offences. Following his sentencing the following … [Read more...] about Co. Down man sentenced after posting himself AR-15 assault rifle and handguns from the US
Man jailed after subjecting child to ‘horrific sexual abuse’ more than 30 years ago
A MAN who subjected a young girl to 'horrific sexual abuse' has been jailed after being convicted of non-recent indecent assaults against a child. Earlier this month, 72-year-old Edmund Hennessy of Letheridge Park in Bishops Lydeard, Somerset, was sentenced to seven years for eight offences. His crimes were uncovered after the victim came forward to police to report what had … [Read more...] about Man jailed after subjecting child to ‘horrific sexual abuse’ more than 30 years ago
Woman arrested following house fire in Co. Cork
A WOMAN has been arrested following a fire at a house in Co. Cork this morning. The blaze occurred at a residence on College Road in Cork city at around 1am. Gardaí say a man was taken to University Hospital Cork for treatment following the fire, although his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. They added that a woman in her 40s was arrested at the scene and is … [Read more...] about Woman arrested following house fire in Co. Cork
Hundreds take part in 104th Liffey Swim in Dublin
MORE than 400 people took to the River Liffey in Dublin on Saturday for the 104th Liffey Swim. The annual event, organised by Leinster Open Sea (LOS), was kicked off by Dublin Lord Mayor Councillor James Geoghegan. Competitors had to complete six open sea races to qualify for the 2.2km swim, which started at the Rory O'More Bridge near the Guinness Brewery gate and finished at … [Read more...] about Hundreds take part in 104th Liffey Swim in Dublin