POLICE have appealed to the public for help as they review the unsolved murder of a young Irish woman whose body was found in a quarry. Marian Beattie was found at the bottom of a quarry in Co. Tyrone after she attended a nearby dance where her brother was playing in the band. The 18-year-old had been attending the charity dance at Hadden’s Garage in Aughnacloy on Friday, March … [Read more...] about Public appeal over unsolved murder of Irish teen whose body was found in a quarry
Public appeal over unsolved murder of Irish teen whose body was found in a quarry
New speed camera goes live in Co. Carlow tomorrow
A NEWLY installed speed camera on a busy road in Co. Carlow will go live tomorrow. The static speed camera has been installed on the N80 and will be operational from midday. From that point anyone caught speeding at the site will receive a fixed charge notice (FCN) consisting of a €160 fine accompanied by three penalty points. The Carlow camera adds to new static safety cameras … [Read more...] about New speed camera goes live in Co. Carlow tomorrow
Woman jailed for murdering abusive partner in his sleep
A BELFAST woman will serve at least 12 years in prison after being found guilty of murdering her abusive partner while he slept. Julianne McIlwaine, of Hazel Close in Belfast, appeared before Belfast Crown Court this week for the murder of James Joseph Crossley in west Belfast in 2022. Last October the 34-year-old was given a life sentence after being found guilty of Mr … [Read more...] about Woman jailed for murdering abusive partner in his sleep
Kneecap member charged with terror offence over flag at London show
A MEMBER of Belfast hip-hop trio Kneecap has been charged with a terror offence over a flag displayed at a show in London. The Met Police say Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh — who the force refers to as Liam O'Hanna — is charged with displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah, a proscribed organisation. It follows an investigation by the Met's Counter Terrorism Command and relates to a show … [Read more...] about Kneecap member charged with terror offence over flag at London show
Taoiseach demands answers after IDF ‘opened fire’ on diplomatic delegation including Irish officials in West Bank
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin says he will demand answers after Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) troops reportedly 'opened fire' on a diplomatic delegation in the West Bank that included Irish officials. The incident, involving two Irish diplomats based in Ramallah and delegates from the EU and other countries, occurred today near a refugee camp in Jenin during an approved visit. In a … [Read more...] about Taoiseach demands answers after IDF ‘opened fire’ on diplomatic delegation including Irish officials in West Bank