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Man jailed for life for murdering his mum in ‘drug-induced, violent and sustained assault’

November 3, 2024 by

A MAN has been jailed for life for the violent murder of his own mother after tread patterns from his trainers was matched to marks on her body. Stephen Ball, 32, of Pear Avenue in Bury, Greater Manchester, was sentenced on Friday to a minimum of 15 years for the vicious murder of Suzanne Galvin. The 55-year-old died in hospital two days after the assault, which was carried out … [Read more...] about Man jailed for life for murdering his mum in ‘drug-induced, violent and sustained assault’

‘A true gentleman’: Appeal for information as great-grandfather dies after collision

November 3, 2024 by

POLICE have appealed for information after an elderly man died as a result of injuries sustained in a road traffic collision last month. James Joseph Corrigan, 72, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries following the incident in Doncaster, South Yorkshire at around 3.52pm on Friday, October 18. This week, his family issued a tribute to the popular contractor and … [Read more...] about ‘A true gentleman’: Appeal for information as great-grandfather dies after collision

‘Growing demand’ sees Emerald Airlines operate new service between Cork and Glasgow

November 3, 2024 by

A NEW service between Cork Airport and Glasgow Airport has been announced to meet the 'growing demand' for travel between Ireland and Scotland. The four-times weekly service will be operated by Emerald Airlines on behalf of Aer Lingus Regional on a year-round basis and complements the airline's existing services from Glasgow to Dublin and Belfast. Flights will depart Glasgow at … [Read more...] about ‘Growing demand’ sees Emerald Airlines operate new service between Cork and Glasgow

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers laughs off spectacular touchline slip during 6-0 win

November 3, 2024 by

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers could afford to laugh off a spectacular touchline slip as his team ran out 6-0 winners over Aberdeen in the Scottish League Cup semi-final. The Co. Antrim native unwittingly found himself the centre of attention as he went head over heels at Hampden Park on Saturday night in front of almost 50,000 fans and the TV cameras. But despite the moment of … [Read more...] about Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers laughs off spectacular touchline slip during 6-0 win

Concern for wellbeing of man missing from Co. Waterford

November 3, 2024 by

GARDAI are seeking the public's assistance in tracing a missing man from Co. Waterford. Anthony Thorpe, 43, has been missing from his home in Stradbally since Thursday, October 31. He is described as being approximately 6' 1" in height with a broad build, short black hair and a black beard. Mr Thorpe has access to a white Mazda 6 car with the registration 08-WH. His family are … [Read more...] about Concern for wellbeing of man missing from Co. Waterford

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March 29, 2007

On this day in 2007, U2 frontman Bono formally accepted an honorary knighthood. It was bestowed upon him by British Ambassador to Ireland David Reddaway at a ceremony in Dublin. Bono joked that his youngest son believed he was instead being made a Jedi, and was disappointed about the lack of light sabers at the event. The singer, whose real name is Paul Hewson, was awarded the honor in recognition of his outstanding contribution to music and of his humanitarian work. His official title is Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. Other non-British citizens to receive this title are Bill Gates, former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, and filmmaker Steven Spielberg.

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