A YOUNG girl has died in hospital in Newry after being struck by a van. The five-year-old was hit by a Ford Tourneo van in the Springfarm Heights area of the city on June 21. The collision happened in the Springfarm Heights area of Newry She was taken to hospital where she later died from her injuries, the PSN has confirmed. “The young girl was taken to hospital where she … [Read more...] about Girl, 5, dies in hospital after being struck by van
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Olympian Phil Healy retires from athletics
SPRINTER Phil Healy has announced her retirement from international athletics. The Cork-native, who has represented Ireland twice at the Olympics, confirmed today her retirement from that competitive arena. "It has been the greatest honour and privilege to represent Ireland over the past 14 consecutive years,” she said. "Athletics has given me memories that I will cherish … [Read more...] about Olympian Phil Healy retires from athletics
Motorcyclist dies following Co. Cork collision
A MOTORCYCLIST has died following a collision in Co. Cork. The man, aged in his 40s, collided with a car on the N73 near Mitchelstown, Co. Cork, on June 21. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was taken to the mortuary at Cork University Hospital, where a post-mortem examination is due to take place. No other injuries were reported, although the driver of the car, a … [Read more...] about Motorcyclist dies following Co. Cork collision
Ireland spends more than €730,000 to deport 42 South Africans
IRELAND spent €735,000 on a plane to deport 42 South Africans earlier this week, it has been revealed. The cost, which is exclusive of VAT, was for a return flight from Dublin to Johannesberg. Jim O'Callaghan, Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, confirmed that the charter operation to South Africa had taken place on Thursday. "Our immigration system must be rules … [Read more...] about Ireland spends more than €730,000 to deport 42 South Africans
Family of three brothers murdered by loyalist paramilitaries in 1976 receive compensation and apology
THE FAMILY of three brothers murdered by loyalist paramilitaries more than 50 years ago have received compensation and an apology from the PSNI. John Martin, 24, Brian, 22, and Anthony Reavey, 17, were shot in their rural home in Whitecross, Co. Armagh on January 4, 1976 by the Glenanne Gang, which reportedly comprised members of the UVF and the security forces. The two elder … [Read more...] about Family of three brothers murdered by loyalist paramilitaries in 1976 receive compensation and apology