A MAN has died in a collision between a car and a van this morning. Gardaí are currently at the scene of the incident where the two vehicles collided at Moneygorbet in Castleblaney, Co. Monaghan at around 6.15am. The driver of the car, a man aged in his 20s, was pronounced dead at the scene, gardaí have confirmed. His body has since been removed to the mortuary in Our Lady of … [Read more...] about Appeal for information after man dies in early morning collision between car and van
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Faster deliveries and easier returns as Amazon.ie set to launch in Ireland next year
AMAZON will launch a new online store in Ireland next year – making deliveries and returns easier for people across the country. Amazon.ie will feature a “wide selection of products” the US-based firm explained in a statement made this morning, “including more from Irish businesses”. The Irish-based site will also mean “low local prices, without additional customs charges, … [Read more...] about Faster deliveries and easier returns as Amazon.ie set to launch in Ireland next year
Lorry drivers arrested in England over huge drug seizures worth around £2m
TWO lorry drivers have been charged with drugs offences after 104kg of cannabis was seized in two separate seizures in England. The discoveries were made as part of a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation into a suspected crime network based in Northern Ireland. Kirk Hackett, 30, from Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, was arrested after his lorry was stopped on the A1 near Doncaster … [Read more...] about Lorry drivers arrested in England over huge drug seizures worth around £2m
Hi-tech sculpture The Portal connects Dublin and New York by visual livestream
TWO new hi-tech sculptures have been unveiled today to connect the cities of Dublin and New York by means of a visual livestream. Dublin Portal and NYC Portal — collectively called The Portal — each features a 24/7 livestream to allow for real-time interaction between Dubliners and New Yorkers. Dublin Portal faces O'Connell Street and captures the iconic vista of both Dublin's … [Read more...] about Hi-tech sculpture The Portal connects Dublin and New York by visual livestream
Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy steps down from ministerial role on medical grounds
SINN FÉIN'S Conor Murphy has stepped down from his role as Minister for the Economy on medical grounds. The MLA for Newry and Armagh has been ordered to rest as he awaits further medical tests. According to First Minister Michelle O'Neill, former Lord Mayor of Belfast Dierdre Hargey will assume the role 'on an interim basis'. Sinn Féin Vice President Ms O'Neill revealed on … [Read more...] about Sinn Féin MLA Conor Murphy steps down from ministerial role on medical grounds