A PHONE mast was left with extensive damage following an arson attack in west Belfast. The incident occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning (June 24) in the Distillery Street area. “Around 12.15am, police were advised by NI Fire and Rescue Service that its crews were battling a mast fire off Distillery Street,” the PSNI confirmed. “Officers assisted by closing part of … [Read more...] about ‘Pointless vandalism’: Phone mast damaged in arson attack is ‘not the first’
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Knifeman jailed for slashing stranger in face in ‘horrendous attack’
A MAN has been jailed for slashing a stranger across the face in a knife attack described as “horrendous” by police investigators. Shaun Hill was standing outside a pub at 5.20pm on December 5, 2023 when he spotted another man waiting for a taxi nearby. The 33-year-old, of Bamford Drive in Mansfield, lit a cigarette before walking over to where his victim was standing in Forest … [Read more...] about Knifeman jailed for slashing stranger in face in ‘horrendous attack’
Blackmailer jailed over ‘distressing ordeal’ which left victim in fear for his safety
A BLACKMAILER who targeted his victim for four months has been jailed. Reece Carley, of Adari Manor in Ballymena, Co. Antrim, has been sentenced for blackmailing his victim from July 2023 to October 2023. The 22-year-old targeted a man in Cullybackey area and subjected him to ongoing threats, which left him in fear for his safety and that of his family, the PSNI have … [Read more...] about Blackmailer jailed over ‘distressing ordeal’ which left victim in fear for his safety
‘If he said it, it happened’: Tributes following death of Tommie Gorman
PRESIDENT Higgins has paid tribute to lifelong RTÉ broadcaster Tommie Gorman following his death. The 68-year-old journalist, who was born in Sligo, died today, his family have confirmed in a statement. "Tommie was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend whose innate kindness and generosity of spirit touched the lives of all who knew him," they said. "His memory will … [Read more...] about ‘If he said it, it happened’: Tributes following death of Tommie Gorman
Ireland’s ageing population presents economic burden for years ahead
THE ageing population of Ireland presents economic pressures for the future which must be addressed today, according to a new report. Ireland’s Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath has this week published figures relating to the age demographic in Ireland and its projected impact financially on the nation in the years to come. Currently, the age profile of the Irish population … [Read more...] about Ireland’s ageing population presents economic burden for years ahead