A MAN has been charged in connection with the murder of a man in Co. Armagh in 1979. James Donegan, 67, of Co. Cavan was extradited from the Republic to Northern Ireland earlier today. He had been arrested on June 24, 2024 on suspicion of the murder of Joseph James Porter in Armagh on June 24, 1979, firearms offences and membership of a proscribed organisation. He had … [Read more...] about Man charged after being extradited from Republic in connection with 1979 Co. Armagh murder
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For Liam Conlon MP ‘Philomena’s Law’ is personal
IT'S a crisp April afternoon when the newly-elected MP for Beckenham and Penge agrees to talk with me. Not to be overshadowed by the political dynasty of which he’s a part, Liam Conlon has been working quietly in the wings as an advocate for survivors of Ireland’s mother and baby homes. His mother, Sue Gray, was Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Chief of Staff until October 2024 … [Read more...] about For Liam Conlon MP ‘Philomena’s Law’ is personal
Opposition TDs stage walk-out during new speaking slot
MEMBERS of Sinn Féin, the Labour Party, Independent Ireland and People Before Profit staged a walkout of the Dáil chamber today, as Regional Independent TD Carol Nolan stood up to ask questions of the incumbent government. Two deputies from the Social Democrats remained in the chamber, listening as Deputy Nolan spoke about special education places in her Offaly constituency. … [Read more...] about Opposition TDs stage walk-out during new speaking slot
For Liam Conway MP ‘Philomena’s Law’ is personal
IT'S a crisp April afternoon when the newly-elected MP for Beckenham and Penge agrees to talk with me. Not to be overshadowed by the political dynasty of which he’s a part, Liam Conlon has been working quietly in the wings as an advocate for survivors of Ireland’s mother and baby homes. His mother, Sue Gray, was Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Chief of Staff until October 2024 … [Read more...] about For Liam Conway MP ‘Philomena’s Law’ is personal
The runners and riders for this Saturday’s Randox Grand National
THE Randox Grand National takes place this Saturday, April 5 at Aintree. The 2025 Festival runs from Thursday, April 3, to Saturday, April 5, with the main event as its crowning jewel. The Grand National begins at 4pm BST. This steeplechase spans approximately four miles and two furlongs, challenging 34 horses and their jockeys over a series of formidable fences including … [Read more...] about The runners and riders for this Saturday’s Randox Grand National