A CASE of bird flu has been detected in Co. Donegal. The infected bird was found among a backyard flock, meaning there are currently no risks to the wider poultry industry in Ireland. Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon confirmed the case finding today. Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon confirmed the detection of a case of bird flu today “A bird from a … [Read more...] about Bird flu case confirmed in backyard flock in Donegal
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Man extradited from Republic to Northern Ireland over sexual assault in Belfast
A MAN has been extradited from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland in connection with a sexual assault that happened in 2019. The 41-year-old was arrested in the Republic on June 21, on foot of an extradition warrant. Today extradition proceedings were completed with his being returned to Northern Ireland, where he is due to appear before Laganside Magistrates Court … [Read more...] about Man extradited from Republic to Northern Ireland over sexual assault in Belfast
New search underway on Wexford land in Fiona Sinnott murder investigation
A PROPERTY in Wexford is being searched today in connection with the investigation into the 1998 murder of Fiona Sinnott. Ms Sinnott was just 19 when she disappeared from Broadway, Co. Wexford on February 8, 1998. The mother-of-one from Ballyhitt, Broadway was last seen leaving Butler’s Pub in Broadway at around midnight, having spent the evening socialising with … [Read more...] about New search underway on Wexford land in Fiona Sinnott murder investigation
Alcohol treatment cases reach highest levels in a decade as drug use surges in Ireland
THE NUMBER of people seeking help for alcohol-related issues in Ireland has hit a 10-year high, with a significant rise in those also using cocaine, according to newly released data. Over 8,700 cases of alcohol misuse were reported in the most recent year—a 7% increase compared to the previous year. The figures come from the Health Research Board’s (HRB) latest National Drug … [Read more...] about Alcohol treatment cases reach highest levels in a decade as drug use surges in Ireland
New search underway at Wexford property in Fiona Sinnott murder investigation
A PROPERTY in Wexford is being searched today in connection with the investigation into the 1998 murder of Fiona Sinnott. Ms Sinnott was just 19 when she disappeared from Broadway, Co. Wexford on February 8, 1998. The mother-of-one from Ballyhitt, Broadway was last seen leaving Butler’s Pub in Broadway at around midnight, having spent the evening socialising with … [Read more...] about New search underway at Wexford property in Fiona Sinnott murder investigation