DETECTIVES investigating a shooting incident in Co. Antrim on Monday have charged a man with attempted murder. The 41-year-old has also been charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life and criminal damage over the incident at a property on the Feystown Road near Glenarm. A man aged in his 30s sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident. The … [Read more...] about Man charged with attempted murder over Co. Antrim shooting
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Dance from West Kerry to Sadler’s Wells
CHOREOGRAPHER and Sadler’s Wells associate artist Michaal Keegan-Dolan brings back his company Teaċ Daṁsa to Sadler’s Wells Theatre, one of the world’s most famous music venues, from Wednesday, November 27 to Saturday, November 30. Michael Keegan-Dolan (55) is from Dublin and trained at the at the Central School of Ballet in London. Returning to Ireland, he went on to form his … [Read more...] about Dance from West Kerry to Sadler’s Wells
Southwark Irish pensioners enjoy 30th anniversary celebrations
MEMBERS of the Southwark Irish Pensioners Project (SIPP) enjoyed a special celebration at the Irish Embassy in London this month. The event, hosted by Irish Ambassador to Britain Martin Fraser and his wife Deirdre, was held to mark the 30th anniversary of their foundation. Founded in 1994, SIPP supports older Irish people living in south London to enjoy a happy and dignified … [Read more...] about Southwark Irish pensioners enjoy 30th anniversary celebrations
Ireland’s Saoirse Noonan on life at Celtic ‘It’s kind of like a pinch-me moment’
Anyone who is familiar with Scottish football will know about the strong connection that exists between Ireland and Celtic Football Club. To this day, the logo is a green clover, a clear mark of the pride the club has for its Irish heritage. In recent years, Celtic’s women’s team has seen an influx of Irish internationals rise to unprecedented heights. In May 2022, 20-year-old … [Read more...] about Ireland’s Saoirse Noonan on life at Celtic ‘It’s kind of like a pinch-me moment’
Violent home invader who targeted old and vulnerable is jailed for more than 20 years
A VIOLENT criminal who barged his way into the homes of multiple victims before robbing and assaulting them has been jailed for more than 20 years. Martin McDonagh repeatedly targeted older, more vulnerable victims and on one occasion a woman living alone with her children. Each of the homeowners he targeted was threatened with weapons while he ransacked their properties. At … [Read more...] about Violent home invader who targeted old and vulnerable is jailed for more than 20 years