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
Council provides Christmas trees to bring festive cheer to local communities
LOCAL communities across Dublin have been given Christmas trees to ensure they get into the festive spirit this year. Dublin City Council has provided 30 trees for the scheme, which also sees special tree-lighting ceremonies taking place. “It’s almost that time of year,” Lord Mayor of Dublin James Geoghegan said. “Dublin at Christmas is very special,” he added, “I love the feel … [Read more...] about Council provides Christmas trees to bring festive cheer to local communities
Future of Britain’s Irish community network relies on ‘new generation of civic leadership’
THE future of the Irish community network in Britain requires a “new generation of civic leadership” the head of one of the longest standing organisations within that sector has said. “The future of our community network will be shaped by our ability to attract and develop a new generation of civic leadership,” Brian Dalton, who is CEO at Irish in Britain (IIB), said at the … [Read more...] about Future of Britain’s Irish community network relies on ‘new generation of civic leadership’