Sinn Féin MLA praises ‘unwavering strength’ of Bloody Sunday families with Soldier F trial expected in September

A SINN FEÍN MLA has welcomed the news that the trial of Soldier F is due to start in September, saying it is a testament to the 'unwavering strength' of the victims' families. During a hearing at Belfast Crown Court on Tuesday, a judge listed the trial for September, with an exact date to be decided at a future hearing. Soldier F is accused of murdering James Wray and William … [Read more...] about Sinn Féin MLA praises ‘unwavering strength’ of Bloody Sunday families with Soldier F trial expected in September

A €5M renovation plan to upgrade Collins Barracks in Co. Cork has been approved by the government. The refurbishment project will provide accommodation for over 20 officers and will complement a recently completed accommodation block for military personnel located at the barracks. Located on the Old Youghal Road in the north side of Cork, and constructed in the early 19th … [Read more...] about Major upgrade for Collins Barracks as €5m contract approved

FUNERAL details have been confirmed following the death of former TD and Lord Mayor of Cork, Dan Wallace on February 17. The father-of-five, who was a grandfather of 16 and had one great-grandchild, will be laid to rest in his native Cork on Thursday, February 20. Mr Wallace was the Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North Central for over 25 years. He served as the Lord Mayor of Cork … [Read more...] about Funeral details confirmed following death of former TD Dan Wallace

A LONDON-BASED tech firm which produces anti-financial crime software is expanding into Northern Ireland. Napier AI is set to establish a new office in Belfast, which will create over 100 jobs. Announcing the expansion, Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald said it was a “vote of confidence” in the region. “Napier’s decision to establish a base in the North is a … [Read more...] about Leading London tech firm expands into Northern Ireland

A CITY-WIDE treasure hunt will kick off the St Partick’s Day festivities in Dublin next month. Dublin City Council has confirmed the return of the event, which has not taken place in the capital for a number of years. “What a great way to kick off the St Patrick’s Festival Weekend, with a Treasure Hunt,” Emma Blain, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, said. “This is something that … [Read more...] about City-wide treasure hunt will kick off St Patrick’s festivities in Dublin