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Co. Armagh man arrested as part of investigation into cannabis concealed among chicken is bailed

March 23, 2025 by

A MAN from Co. Armagh who was arrested this week as part of an investigation into the importation of drugs into Britain has been bailed. Officers from the National Crime Agency (NCA) arrested the 34-year-old man at his home on Wednesday morning in an operation supported by the PSNI. He was detained on suspicion of drugs offences in connection with the importation of 34kg of … [Read more...] about Co. Armagh man arrested as part of investigation into cannabis concealed among chicken is bailed

Pope praises healthcare workers as he is discharged from hospital after five weeks

March 23, 2025 by

POPE FRANCIS, who was discharged from hospital on Sunday after more than a month, has praised healthcare workers in his Angelus today. The pontiff was admitted to Gemelli Hospital in Rome on February 14 after experiencing breathing difficulties. However, he was greeted to rapturous applause from well-wishers when he appeared at the balcony of the hospital today in his first … [Read more...] about Pope praises healthcare workers as he is discharged from hospital after five weeks

Police in Manchester appeal for information on wanted man John Paul Joyce

March 23, 2025 by

POLICE in Manchester have appealed for information in their bid to trace a man who is believed to have fled to Dublin. John Paul Joyce is one of 12 men being sought by the force in relation to either drug or firearms investigations, many of whom are thought to have fled abroad. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) issued a renewed appeal on Saturday for the 12 men, who are among the … [Read more...] about Police in Manchester appeal for information on wanted man John Paul Joyce

Man, 50, charged after car rams police vehicles in Belfast, injuring four officers

March 23, 2025 by

A MAN has been charged after two police vehicles were rammed following a pursuit in Belfast, injuring four officers. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday after a black Audi A4 failed to stop for patrolling officers in the Servia Street area of West Belfast. A pursuit ensued, during which the Audi was observed weaving onto the wrong side of the road, failing to … [Read more...] about Man, 50, charged after car rams police vehicles in Belfast, injuring four officers

Arrest after gardaí seize more than €500,000 of suspected drugs in Dublin

March 23, 2025 by

A MAN has been arrested after gardaí seized more than €500,000 worth of suspected drugs in Dublin on Friday. Suspected cocaine and MDMA estimated to be worth around €547,000 was discovered following a search of a residence in Clondalkin. The operation was conducted as part of ongoing investigations targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs in West Dublin. A man in his … [Read more...] about Arrest after gardaí seize more than €500,000 of suspected drugs in Dublin

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May 14, 1881

Edward Augustine Walsh was born in Pennsylvania to a family of Irish immigrants. At age 12, he began working in the coal fields. He grew to be 6′.1″ and at 193 lbs became known at “Big Ed.” In 1902, urged on by a friend, he tried out for the Wilkes-Barre baseball team. He joined the Chicago White Sox in 1904, becoming one of the top pitchers in the American league. Walsh is known for his spitball, which is now illegal. After his career ended, he coached the White Sox for several years and then coached baseball at Notre Dame University. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946. Walsh died on May 26, 1959. His son, Ed Walsh, also had a career with the White Sox.

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